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lilybear3's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
2.5
I usually love everything that Alex Gino writes, but this is the first one I'm not in love with. However, they are so amazing at writing LGBTQIA+ characters and writing about social issues understandable to young readers. They're gentle but direct. I'm always learning when I'm reading an Alex Gino book. The characters were lovable and diverse. The story is interesting, realistic, definitely emotional! Lots of representation of different body types, races, and gender identity. It was kind of cool to see a mentorship/mentee relationship between Sam and Jess. As a kid, you think (a trusted adult your family knows) who hangs out with you or takes interest in your life is a friend but that's not necessarily the case because they're in a completely different stage of life. I learned a lot about Alice Austen and I think it was really cool to bring her story into this one.
My honest critique is that this one didn't flow as well as Melissa or Rick. I loved the characters, but it felt like they were trying to fit a ton of messages into a short amount of pages. It felt forced and, I truly hate to say this as a person who values DEI, like they were going through a checklist. This isn't saying that any of the points were more important than others.
My honest critique is that this one didn't flow as well as Melissa or Rick. I loved the characters, but it felt like they were trying to fit a ton of messages into a short amount of pages. It felt forced and, I truly hate to say this as a person who values DEI, like they were going through a checklist. This isn't saying that any of the points were more important than others.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Lesbophobia and Homophobia
Minor: Sexism
lettuce_read's review against another edition
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Lesbophobia and Homophobia
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Racism
greenlivingaudioworm's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia and Lesbophobia
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