My Name Is Leon by Kit de Waal

My Name Is Leon

Kit de Waal

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"Taut, emotionally intense, and wholly believable, this beautiful and uplifting debut" (Kirkus Reviews) about a young black boy's quest to reunite with his beloved white half-brother after they are separated in foster care is a sparkling novel perf

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,408 reviews

Moods

emotional 93%
sad 66%
hopeful 50%
reflective 44%
challenging 27%
inspiring 26%
funny 16%
tense 14%
dark 13%
adventurous 12%
informative 8%
lighthearted 2%
relaxing 2%
mysterious 1%

Pace

medium 65%
fast 22%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 64% | A mix: 30% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 5%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 96% | No: 2% | It's complicated: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 54% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.0

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