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alannar2422's review against another edition
5.0
This book was phenomenal, Truly. Being Latina I could not relate more with Liliana and her life. I understood how she felt out of place and how she judged people before they could judge her. This book was really eye-opening and I learned so much. This book needs to be read and people need to see this to truly understand things from our point of view. . I learned about the Guatemalan Genocide which I had not learned about in school and had no clue about.
This made me proud to be who I am, proud from where I come from and where I live, and gave me the strength to be able to navigate through racism like Lili did. This book highlighted the struggles I still go through in High school and issues worldwide. I have so much more to say that I cannot put into words. I Highly recommend this book!
This made me proud to be who I am, proud from where I come from and where I live, and gave me the strength to be able to navigate through racism like Lili did. This book highlighted the struggles I still go through in High school and issues worldwide. I have so much more to say that I cannot put into words. I Highly recommend this book!
lisathepoetlibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
Liliana is a bold new voice in YA fiction. A compelling story about navigating the worlds of school and family, compounded by the layers of class, immigration, and emerging into her own identity as a sophmore. De Leon resists any easy classifications with her characters, allowing them to be fully complex without judgment. I will recommend this book for independent reading and book clubs at my school. It is also a wonderful book to tie into discussions about public education in the U.S.. as well as immigration and class and race dynamics. I think about how literature allows us to see into the lives of others to build empathy and understanding. De Leon's story does this with easy and welcomes the reader into the world of Liliana, her family, and her friend at her new school.
novelnopalito's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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? N/A
4.0
kelleemoye's review against another edition
5.0
I really, really, really liked this book, and I don’t see why there hasn’t been more hype around it. I loved the characters, the story, the evolution, and definitely the theme. Beautifully written with real representation.
itskhaliamonique's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
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
4.0
colorfulleo92's review against another edition
4.0
This was an very interesting read as it's thouches on topics I know nothing about. Intriguing and infuriating at times. I like these kinds of books that are fiction but at the same time highlights topics and information that i know very little or nothing about and at the same time as I read an enjoyable story.
livlovelit's review against another edition
4.0
I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley. Don't Ask Me Where I'm From is a great read. Liliana's story feels real, relatable, and especially important right now. The world needs more books that give voices to young women of color and their unique life experiences, as well as humanizing stories of immigration. Even with these big themes, any kid (or adult) can understand the universal feeling of trying to find your place in the world.
kthornette's review against another edition
3.0
This cover is beautiful. That had to be said.
Liliana, I enjoyed reading your story. I love your passion for writing and finding yourself.
The pacing was a little weird. It started really fast, dragged a bit, and then sped up again got the end just to tie up loose ends. As much as I love an interracial pairing, I think the story could’ve still worked if not be better without the love story. Maybe if I liked Dustin more, I’d think differently. I wish the story focused more on her father and, to avoid spoilers, the situation involving him.
This book reminds me of Somewhere in Between by Melissa De La Cruz. If you like stories of first-generation kids of undocumented parents who try to find their American identity while dealing with racism and classism, then you’ll like this book.
Liliana, I enjoyed reading your story. I love your passion for writing and finding yourself.
The pacing was a little weird. It started really fast, dragged a bit, and then sped up again got the end just to tie up loose ends. As much as I love an interracial pairing, I think the story could’ve still worked if not be better without the love story. Maybe if I liked Dustin more, I’d think differently. I wish the story focused more on her father and, to avoid spoilers, the situation involving him.
This book reminds me of Somewhere in Between by Melissa De La Cruz. If you like stories of first-generation kids of undocumented parents who try to find their American identity while dealing with racism and classism, then you’ll like this book.