A review by madhav_makes
Full Moon Over Freedom by Angelina M. Lopez

emotional funny hopeful mysterious 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? It's complicated

4.75

Full Moon Over Freedom was a lovely dip back into a universe I already thoroughly enjoyed with Miracle on Milagro Street. I loved seeing Gillian get fleshed out more as a character, and her and Nicky’s chemistry and connection was steamy and satisfying. There’s something magical about two people meeting again later in life and re-connecting, and I couldn’t help but root for Gillian and Nicky right from the get go. Besides that literary magic, there was a good bit of magic happening otherwise as well! The book dealt with a good bit of trauma for its characters (trigger warnings for addiction and emotional abuse), but seeing their healing and growth was emotional and heart-warming. No one is “fixed” by the end- which was refreshing in its own right and highlighted how much of grief and healing is a continuous process. I also loved the seemingly effortless way that Angelina M. Lopez wove in and explained Mexican-American culture, history, and lived experiences with racism in America. This is the kind of book that tells a story that’s not told often enough, and it leaves a lot for the reader to feel and think about. 
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