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nitar8's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-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
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Racism, Sexism, and Classism
kshertz's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0
This book is so sweet and clever. I really love the first one and the second one is great as well. These are perfect books for middle and high school students that feel in any way different. I highly recommend for students and adults alike because there’s also a lot of adult references and jokes.
Content Warnings
Minor: Racism, Abandonment, and Bullying
hedyharper's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-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? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Classism, and Racism
avisreadsandreads's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
amesnotamy's review
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
lilybear3's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
I've really enjoyed this series! I am impressed at how Craft has been able to explain different forms of racism and capture what being a POC in the U.S. feels like. The story has multiple layers while still being understandable by young readers. That's the reality of being a tween/teen, juggling all of these aspects of life while trying to figure out who you are. It's even harder when you're looked at differently.
I also appreciate the funny moments, word puns, and pop culture references. I think it makes it a good read for middle grade and up.
I also appreciate the funny moments, word puns, and pop culture references. I think it makes it a good read for middle grade and up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Bullying, Xenophobia, and Classism
mnerd63's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism and Xenophobia
mikaelaandherbooks's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Bullying
robinks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
A great follow-up to New Kid! Starts to talk about some heavy topics but in a light-hearted, easy-to-understand way.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
naomiysl's review against another edition
challenging
funny
reflective
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? No
4.0
A worthy sequel to New Kid, a bit more on the heartwarming side by the end than the first book, which I appreciate. How does Jerry Craft fit in SO MUCH cringe? How does he do it? At times it's equivalent to a particularly intense episode of The Office, for cringe content.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism