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libreroaming's review
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Bullying, and Domestic abuse
Minor: Death of parent and Addiction
ashely_56's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I had to read this for my college class, and even though it wasnt a book I would typically reach for as it is middle grade. I think it is a very important book for its demographic. It tackles trauma in a form I think middle schoolers can understand, and even relate to. Castle as a character is a compelling one to follow as he grows a lot throughout the story, I cant wait to see what happens next with our Newbies of The Defenders.
Looking forward to reading the others books in the series.
Looking forward to reading the others books in the series.
Content Warnings
Minor: Gun violence and Violence
ericah31's review
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Violence
fantasy_whore's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Alcoholism, Gun violence, Toxic relationship, and Violence
chaya77's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was so cute I read it very quickly and I want to continue reading the rest of the series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, Violence, and Grief
Minor: Bullying and Body shaming
Don’t read this book if gun violence/domestic abuse and heavy drug usage triggers you.araeofbooks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Ahhh, this book! I love this book. I want to recommend it to every kid. It’s short and sweet and perfect for lower middle graders. Castle Cranshaw (aka Ghost) doesn’t have an easy life. He struggles with past trauma involving his father and violence, he gets teased at school because of the clothes he wears and the neighborhood he lives in, but he finds purpose and friendship when he sort of accidentally joins a track team.
I loved this found family story. I think it’s a great one to introduce compassion, complex friendships, and difficult family issues to kids in a gentle way. I want more time with the characters on this track team so I can’t wait to pick up the next in the series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Bullying, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, and Violence
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