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dubious_little_creature's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty and Mental illness
anna_l's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
emilyknop's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness
atipsygiraffe's review
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness
abbiewhite's review
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
I loved this book! The illustrations were *chefs kiss*, stunning. I loved that this book didn’t focus so much in the relationship between the protagonist and the whale, but it was just, I loved seeing more of Rio (not saying i didn’t love the bond in the last whale, just loved that this book focused on others). I LOVED the discussion of mental health, in such an approachable way for the target audience, it’s challenging the stigma and I love it!!!!! I also loved the recognition of the difficulties of relationships between children and adults, and the struggles between parents and their children (something that was also done superbly in the last bear, but failed to recognise). I love the bond between rio and white beak, so cute. I most importantly, loved the subtle educational quotes, especially those highlighting that we have to keep fighting to end plastic pollution. It tugs at the heart strings when it highlights that we are damaging the ocean, it makes it so real. Loved all the characters and especially the relationships formed between all characters. I love the name Marina as well how cool. Overall, loved it, fabulous read!!
Content Warnings
Minor: Mental illness
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