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mekeisha's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
niarosegriff's review
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
cwatson1234's review
adventurous
dark
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
cathyp72's review
3.0
I felt this was very clever and well written, weaving together mythology with a contemporary tale of guilt and grief. That said I personally didn't find it as engaging as I thought I would although I certainly felt there were some powerful poems here.
hellohannahw's review
2.0
If you look at my recently read books you may realise I'm reading the Carnegie medal shortlist. I would not have read this book if it weren't for that nomination and I kinda wish I hadn't. It wasn't that long so I didn't waste much of my time but I'm annoyed I wasted any of it. The plot was incredibly confusing, the characters were okay (i guess?) but given the main theme was grief which has been dissected and written about so many times I was expecting something more original. Some of the poems were objectively good poetry but unluckily they did not fit narratively. I was also hoping for a story inspired by Greek mythology but I did not see the myth of Daphne and Apollo reflected in the plot. The author should stick to writing strictly poetry books.
extonc's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
milliehenderson's review
4.0
enjoyed this book quite a lot! quick and easy read, based around feelings of loss and the acceptance of that loss with bits of greek mythology too so was quite interesting to read!
saarjameela's review
4.0
This book was written in verse and I enjoyed it a lot. It was very similar to [b:A Monster Calls|25480342|A Monster Calls|Patrick Ness|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1430763000l/25480342._SY75_.jpg|13492114], in that it's sort of all in her head, helping her cope with her grief. I especially liked her love of books and that she goes there as a sort of safe haven. And her phone, the reason why she likes it so much. It's so sad. But for me, it wasn't sad enough. I didn't cry and I think I should have. Then, in her whole head fantasy thing, she meets someone she likes? And I didn't really get that part. Overall, this book was good, would recommend it.
ellas_escapism's review
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0