A review by callikat
Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World by Benjamin Alire Sáenz

reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

I really don't think this sequel held up to the first book. It seemed like every chapter was just a set-up to have someone make a big, maudlin speech about something. And while the subject matter was always good, it just didn't feel very organic - like I don't know anyone who talks like this in real life, let alone EVERY CHARACTER. It's also very slow, nothing major happens until 350 pages in. I guess I was expecting a book about more of the ups and downs of their new relationship, but that part felt very underdeveloped actually. 
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