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Reviews tagging 'Mental illness'
The Categorical Universe of Candice Phee by Barry Jonsberg
3 reviews
librarydreams's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I found this book to be very interesting. The overall conceit of the book (the autobiographical alphabet essay) and the alphabetical chapter titles provided a solid structure. Candice’s efforts realistically ended in mishap, but in the good kind that still seems to work out. Unlike other books with autistic narrators, Candice’s lack of social skills makes her more endearing, rather than less relatable.
Moderate: Child death and Mental illness
avokaddo's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Minor: Child death and Mental illness
flordemaga's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Fun, witty, and I love Candice’s perspective. Love this autistic little girl with humming stims and a notepad.
Moderate: Ableism, Child death, Grief, and Mental illness
Minor: Suicide attempt
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