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tbr_withmaya's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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? N/A
4.0
I remember loving The Outsiders and I liked that this was in the same universe. It was the self destructive tendencies for me. It was the reality of watching two friends grow apart due to factors outside of their control. It was watching a good thing end. It was beautiful.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug use and Murder
Minor: War
firedew's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use
likeagilmoregirl's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
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? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Drug use, Grief, Gun violence, Alcohol, and Murder
jordan_tanes's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-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
3.75
It's either a 3.75 star or a 4 it's really good book but at some points the book got boring
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Violence
Moderate: Drug use
lrooks98's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
While this is not my first time reading this book (it's the second), it is my first time reading it as an adult. I listened to it immediately after finishing The Outsiders, and while I was moved by it, I can't quite give it a Curtis Brother 5 Stars. So close though.
This book feels much more mature, both in terms of writing and content, than The Outsiders, and I think that is part of the reason why it stuck me so hard. It's not just a book about growing up, but also a book about growing away from those you love. However, like all of Hinton's books, it does have it's funny moments; I love that I learned the term "a lulu" and can't wait to use it. It is definitely up there in terms of best books I've ever read, and I will absolutely recommend it to everyone.
This book feels much more mature, both in terms of writing and content, than The Outsiders, and I think that is part of the reason why it stuck me so hard. It's not just a book about growing up, but also a book about growing away from those you love. However, like all of Hinton's books, it does have it's funny moments; I love that I learned the term "a lulu" and can't wait to use it. It is definitely up there in terms of best books I've ever read, and I will absolutely recommend it to everyone.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Drug use
b3ck's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Drug use, and Alcohol
diegolopez's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, and Gun violence
Moderate: Medical content, Violence, Blood, Racism, and Abandonment
Minor: Death of parent
fypast's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug use and Death
nicholereads99's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Death, Violence, Drug use, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Death of parent and Domestic abuse
melk's review
challenging
dark
emotional
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
5.0
really incredible read I read a while back, maybe 2-3 years ago now. It's a very sad book but also about friendship, growing up and drifting apart. Set near the same time as the Outsiders, I think a bit after the book's events! It features Ponyboy for a bit! :)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug use