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touchegiantsquid's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-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
5.0
Being a suburban Angelino, it was fun recognizing the LA landmarks. Being Nikkei, it was surprising how many details of the southern California Japanese American community I recognized, despite not feeling very connected to it myself. Being hapa (they use a different term in the book), it resonated deeply for me. I could not imagine a YA book that could have characters that experience so much of what I have lived, when I was a young reader. This book is a criticism of the Nikkei community and a love letter to it, all wrapped in a light romance and mystery. I highly recommend.
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment, Bullying, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Sexual content, Emotional abuse, and Cursing
susirecio's review
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment and Sexual content
storykath's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Mental illness, and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Homophobia and Racism
Minor: Cultural appropriation, Cursing, Pregnancy, and Sexual content
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