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caseythereader's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
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
4.75
Thanks to Flatiron Books for the free advance copy of this book.
- YERBA BUENA is a small book that packs a big punch. It cuts right to the heart, looking both the best and worst life has to offer straight in the eye.
- This book does a great job of showing how trauma stays with you, but that doesn't mean your life will be devoid of joy and growth.
- YERBA BUENA is a small book that packs a big punch. It cuts right to the heart, looking both the best and worst life has to offer straight in the eye.
- This book does a great job of showing how trauma stays with you, but that doesn't mean your life will be devoid of joy and growth.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Blood, Cursing, Death, Death of parent, Alcohol, Drug abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Police brutality, Sexual violence, Infidelity, Medical content, Abandonment, Grief, and Suicide attempt
arrakistowesteros's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
slow-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
Devastating yes, but not hopeless. The characters are figuring out life as they go, and it's beautiful to see them change over time. They have regrets, but they have dreams too. Absolutely satisfying and a beautiful snapshot of a few lives.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Drug use, and Death of parent
Minor: Suicide attempt
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