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Compound Fracture by Andrew Joseph White

263 reviews

sebsux_'s review against another edition

3.5

emotional mysterious fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

The ending was kinda predictable but i appreciate the representation i just wish it was more historically accurate. Other than that an easy read with a happy ending. Dallas was a cool character.

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rolugomi's review against another edition

4.5

challenging dark emotional sad tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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joey_estrada's review against another edition

4.5

challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring sad tense 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: Complicated

Like AJW's other books, the people and relationships are relatable and realistic. I especially liked Miles' relationship with each of his parents.

This book, also like the other books, felt comfortable and safe, even when things got more serious. I think it felt so safe because big, important, complicated thoughts are put into words perfectly, even the upsetting stuff. Especially the upsetting stuff.

I teared up a little when we found out Saint Abernathy was trans.

Miles' narration sounds just like someone talking directly to you. Just having a casual conversation.

This book is scary and tense and relatable and funny and comforting and just plain good.

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qingkhrome's review against another edition

5.0

dark emotional sad tense 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: No

Miles was such a relatable character for me in so many different ways. I’m completely in awe with how the author continuously writes characters that have so much life and so much to learn from. The family dynamic also reminded me of my own and at times made me cry and reflect on how grateful I am for them and their willingness to understand and stick by my side regardless of who I am and who I love.

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mcmolls's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous dark emotional tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

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karenreadsbooks's review against another edition

5.0

challenging dark emotional hopeful tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

This book had me in its grip from the very beginning. I'm still processing my thoughts, but this book is definitely in contention for my top 10 of 2025 list (yes, I know it's early in the year).

Emotional and raw and heartbreaking and heartwarming.

ETA January 31, 2025: Compound Fracture by Andrew Joseph White takes place in a small town with a long history of violence and uneven power dynamics. It’s an in-depth exploration of identity, community, family, and the horrors experienced by those who don’t fit the norm. Our main character, Miles, a trans young man, confronts the long-held prejudices against his family as well as a long-running feud. Will he perpetuate the violence or find a way to break free? It’s intense and emotional and difficult and raw--but ultimately it has a kernel of hope.

I do think that it's an important book to read, but it also contains a lot of topics and descriptions that might be difficult for some readers, so I highly recommend checking content warnings.

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