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charlotte_helen's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I really enjoyed this book. From the dedication at the very beginning for all the children who were told they wouldn’t amount to anything in life this story touched me with its emotional yet inspiring writing. I picked this book up on a whim having previously never heard anything about it or it’s author and I am truly glad I stumbled across it. The family struggles, friendships and ambitions it highlights are something I feel all readers will be able to resonate with in one way or another. If you like Beth O’Learys styles of writing then this book is for you.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Gaslighting, Violence, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, and Child abuse
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Suicide attempt, Self harm, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Minor: Addiction
emilymerry's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
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? Yes
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Torture, Mental illness, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Stalking, Self harm, Fire/Fire injury, and Suicide
Minor: Abandonment, Panic attacks/disorders, and Classism
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