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motherofladybirds's review against another edition
4.0
A boy and his great uncle travel from New York to Nice and discover more about their families. The relationship between the two protagonists builds gently and parents are judged, harshly at first and then with more compassion as the older man comes to accept the circumstances which led them to do what they did. I liked that the older man came to understand his privilege and see that others even within the same city do not have the same health care, and educational opportunities and may be exposed to predatory criminals from a young age. I enjoyed the humour injected by the young boy, without that it would have been quite a dry tale. I also enjoyed the facts about Nice inserted throughout.
rainbowbookworm's review against another edition
5.0
This book reminds me of a lazy river. It felt as if I lay on a tube and let its gentle pacing guide me through its twists and turns. The book forced me slow down and savor my literary surroundings and when the last page was read, I just wanted to do it again.
hannahb774's review against another edition
4.0
Idk how she could write room and then never write anything as good again
lsparrow's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book - a story of family histories, a story of being a bridge for one another and in that saving ourselves. I liked the family history/mystery, the characters and the history.
phoebesmiles's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Really enjoyed it, made me remember why I loved Room so much.
The characters were so realistic, especially Michael.
The characters were so realistic, especially Michael.
kk_reads_books's review
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
martidc's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.25
mcearl12's review against another edition
4.0
Really well-written, lots of heart. I enjoyed it and recommend it!
sharper's review
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0