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leah_alexandra's review
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This was an interesting book with a lot of ideas. I think there was just a bit too much packed in to follow completely--characters, story lines, etc. I found the second half of the book much more engaging, and wish the balance was tilted a bit more towards that part of the story. I was pretty disappointed by the ending, which, for a book with so much going on, felt rushed and a bit too tidy. Overall, I think this book sacrifices some needed depth for breadth, but it was good enough to get me through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Hate crime, Murder, Police brutality, Racial slurs, Racism, and Violence
Minor: Adult/minor relationship and Pregnancy
deefenestrate's review
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A quick, delightful read. The first section was a slow build, and the second felt a lot faster paced. The characters were fun to get to know, though some of the secondary ones felt a tad hollow. I plan on revisiting this one again!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Murder, Racial slurs, and Violence
Moderate: Mental illness, Police brutality, and Sexism
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