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matthewrob's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
jupitersrising's review against another edition
5.0
What a tender little book, I loved every minute of it. So accurately depicting Toronto and the places that some hold within it. I felt myself resonating with the characters experiences. Exploring race, sexuality, identity, in such a beautiful way. I am pleased and proud of this Canadian read.
souplover2001's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Police brutality and Racism
Moderate: Racial slurs
annabelralph's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
readytogo's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
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? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Police brutality, Racial slurs, Racism, Gun violence, and Violence
Moderate: Death
krejuhen's review against another edition
dark
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
cchangoor's review against another edition
5.0
I grew up in the community where this book is set with a hard working, single, Trinidadian mother. Everything about it resonates. Such a well-written book capturing the essence and beauty of the Rouge Valley and the complex lives of so many people who call it home.
rylee_neill's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5