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I enjoyed it, though it was more of a drama/beach book than I normally go for. The characters were not self aware, but we get to see all of their weaknesses. I wish that we saw more of why Emira had a disaffected, disconnected voice. There wasn't enough backstory on the protagonist- how she ended up the slacker of her group.

The portrait of Alix/others in the circle was great and more complete than of Emira.

A short book I wish had been longer.

larasantina's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted reflective fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

sam_mm's review against another edition

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dark reflective tense medium-paced

3.75

melj_'s review against another edition

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tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

gharv03's review against another edition

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4.0

This book is a perfectly uncomfortable story of micro aggressions and the way racism and white supremacy are insidious. As a white reader if found myself cringing and feeling very unsettled, and i believe that was the point. Highly recommend

babysquidd's review against another edition

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challenging emotional informative 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? Yes

4.25

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