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ameliakz's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.0
katelynjaynea's review against another edition
4.0
A really nice book for seeing the world through someone else's eyes.
booksong's review against another edition
4.0
I have been waiting for a book like this, ever since I became fascinated by the condition called synesthesia; the crossing of the senses. This novel, more than any research paper or psychologist's journal conveys the beauty and struggle of this unique condition.
Mia doesn't understand at first why she can see extra colors and no one else can; why a ringing phone makes red spirals and each number and letter has its own special hue. She struggles with math and other subjects because of it, but she can't tell anyone for fear of being thought a freak. Her main comfort is her loving cat Mango, who in Mia's eyes is always emitting orange puffs with each meow.
But when her secret finally comes out, Mia will have to deal with many factors; what her friends think, what her family thinks. As she learns more about synesthesia, connects with others like her, and gradually emerges older and wiser, and with a new appreciation of herself and her condition.
I loved all the minor characters, especially Mia's family. Many authors don't develop minor characters well, but everyone had their fun and realistic idiosyncrasies here. And of course, I loved all the everyday descriptions of Mia's colors. It really made me think what it must be like to have synesthesia, and made me even more awed by the condition. I recommend this touching and powerful book to anyone, whether or not you're interested in synesthesia.
Mia doesn't understand at first why she can see extra colors and no one else can; why a ringing phone makes red spirals and each number and letter has its own special hue. She struggles with math and other subjects because of it, but she can't tell anyone for fear of being thought a freak. Her main comfort is her loving cat Mango, who in Mia's eyes is always emitting orange puffs with each meow.
But when her secret finally comes out, Mia will have to deal with many factors; what her friends think, what her family thinks. As she learns more about synesthesia, connects with others like her, and gradually emerges older and wiser, and with a new appreciation of herself and her condition.
I loved all the minor characters, especially Mia's family. Many authors don't develop minor characters well, but everyone had their fun and realistic idiosyncrasies here. And of course, I loved all the everyday descriptions of Mia's colors. It really made me think what it must be like to have synesthesia, and made me even more awed by the condition. I recommend this touching and powerful book to anyone, whether or not you're interested in synesthesia.
annagonzalez26's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
situationnormal's review against another edition
3.0
Wonderful book. The colors are described in so much detail that you almost wonder if the world wouldn't be better if you had this disorder. I loved how it was very different from Rumble Fish, a very monochrome novel, and definitely one of my favorites.
tulscip's review against another edition
5.0
Such an emotional journey, very unique ideas and feelings.
sillydog43's review against another edition
5.0
I dont usuaull read this genre of book, bu this one was SO GOOD! It made me laugh it made me cry. It was the full package
upinthesky's review against another edition
5.0
9/10
Without the color, I don't know how to proceed. I’m lost in shades of grey.
and then I scream loud enough to wake the dead... but it doesn't.
Without the color, I don't know how to proceed. I’m lost in shades of grey.
and then I scream loud enough to wake the dead... but it doesn't.
kkdemarco's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I liked this book! I especially liked learning more about synesthesia. Loved Mia and her family! Didn’t like the Adam character.
thea_d_brown's review against another edition
3.0
It was a fascinating concept and Mia's synthesia is written very well. The depiction of her colors and how they affect her world was engrossing. The plot was well developed even when you know the focus will be on synthesia, greif, and deep bonds with pets. The Winchel family dynamic was believable and used expertly in the plot. Hartwrinching bits are mixed with humor to cleave you hooked. However, I didn't entirely expect how strong 'influence of the supernatural' would be. These elements were made integral to the story, which is a minus for me. I don't like what Mia became enamored with or most of the decisions she made. While I can appreciate this in novels when it leads to positive character growth, I didn't leave the book with that perception.
TLDR: The supernatural aspects of this book decracted from my reading experience. For this reason, many of Mia's decisions, and not a lot of closure on these affects, I would at least hesitate to recommend this book.
TLDR: The supernatural aspects of this book decracted from my reading experience. For this reason, many of Mia's decisions, and not a lot of closure on these affects, I would at least hesitate to recommend this book.