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girlreading's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
A poignant and beautifully written novel in verse that explores topics such as depression, body image, self harm, colourism and racism with compassion, empathy and sensitivity. Told through the lens of a young black girl during a time of turmoil for her family, Rain Rising is an authentic and touching read that is equal parts painful and hopeful. This was such a beautifully told story and I can’t wait to read more from Courtne Comrie in the future.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Fatphobia, and Self harm
dpearson5257's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
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? No
5.0
I’m at completely in awe of this wonderful story. I cried, I laughed, I got angry, I was cheerful, honestly I really wish this story was around when I was going thru my middle school peer pressures. This story really hits in so many important topics and at that age it is so hard to maneuver thru because of so much just going on. This is a great story for the whole family to read!!
Topics you’ll come across
- peer pressure
- depression
- generational trauma
- single parent household
- incident with a young black teen
- community involvement
- wholesome friendships
Definitely excited for book 2 to come out!!
Topics you’ll come across
- peer pressure
- depression
- generational trauma
- single parent household
- incident with a young black teen
- community involvement
- wholesome friendships
Definitely excited for book 2 to come out!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Toxic friendship
ashylibrarian's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
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
5.0
This book absolutely tore my heart out and started to stich it back up again all in one.
I devoured this book and already cannot wait to read it again.
The sibling relationship. The circle group. The therapy representation. The personal growth. Applause to everything that Courtne Comrie put into this novel.
I wish I had this book growing up, but now I have the power to put this book in the hands of young people and will absolutely be recommending it.
I devoured this book and already cannot wait to read it again.
The sibling relationship. The circle group. The therapy representation. The personal growth. Applause to everything that Courtne Comrie put into this novel.
I wish I had this book growing up, but now I have the power to put this book in the hands of young people and will absolutely be recommending it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Mental illness, Self harm, and Racism
Moderate: Hate crime and Body shaming
naleyisms's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Self harm, Hate crime, Racism, and Violence
katebrownreads's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
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: Self harm, Mental illness, Racism, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Hate crime, Body shaming, Violence, and Fatphobia
librarianaaryn's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
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
4.5
This is a fantastic upper middle grade novel that tackles trauma, depression, racism and more. It's emotionally tough but also full of hope. Trigger warnings abound; recommended for 7th grade and up. For fans of Genesis Begins Again.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Self harm, and Racism
Minor: Violence
lettuce_read's review
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Racism, Mental illness, Fatphobia, and Suicidal thoughts
library_dreamer's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
5.0
8th grader Rain Washington is sad. All the time. This only gets worse when her brother, Xander, is attacked on a college visit. Then her favorite teacher invites her to a circle group and things begin to change. This middle grade novel in verse explores the depths of several heavy topics including racism, colorism, and mental illness in a way that its target audience can empathize with.
Rain and her family were fantastic characters. Xander is the brilliant student athlete, their mother is giving 110% of herself to make sure that her children have all of their needs met, and Rain is a beautiful soul trying to find her place in the world.
This was overall a fantastic and heart-wrenching story of family bonds and healing.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Rain and her family were fantastic characters. Xander is the brilliant student athlete, their mother is giving 110% of herself to make sure that her children have all of their needs met, and Rain is a beautiful soul trying to find her place in the world.
This was overall a fantastic and heart-wrenching story of family bonds and healing.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Mental illness, and Racism
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