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Red, White, and Whole by Rajani LaRocca

roseleaf24's review against another edition

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4.0

This book did such a good job of showing the immigrant's pull between two worlds, and if showing grief. But it also manages to make both those relatable to readers who haven't experienced them. I love novels in verse; this isn't the best example, but a few of the poems are beautiful.

analyticalchaos's review against another edition

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3.0

A simple, approachable read in verse.

llinthelibrary's review against another edition

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emotional inspiring sad fast-paced

4.5

rachelschloneger's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful sad medium-paced

3.5

kb_hg's review against another edition

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4.0

Probably would give this a 5 star when I reread it, but life is way to overwhelming right that I didn’t give the book as much of attention as it deserves. Beautiful message and made me cry

kimberlyjerger's review against another edition

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4.5

*4.5

2022 Newbery Honor

pghbookfanatic's review against another edition

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emotional 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? No

4.0

bcat0124's review against another edition

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emotional reflective sad medium-paced

5.0

amulholland6's review against another edition

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5.0

One of my teens said this was a current favorite book and I should read it too. Beautiful, lyrical story that I couldn’t put down. Highly recommend for middle school readers.

deaton9's review against another edition

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5.0

Lovely book about an 8th grade girl who doesn’t feel whole and feels split between cultures. But her mom’s illness helps her discover her strength and whole community. Very sweet and sad.