A review by bekkasbookclub
Breathe and Count Back from Ten by Natalia Sylvester

informative inspiring fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book was so beautifully written! I loved the imagery Sylvester created when she described Verónica swimming and the release she felt from her pain. As someone who does not have hip dysplasia, I could feel her pain while reading along. Verónica seemed like such a well developed character, even though she was just a teenager. I also loved the realness of Verónica's relationship with her overprotective parents. This was something that wholeheartedly resonated with me and my upbringing. I could feel the frustration Verónica felt when she was just trying to figure out who she is and what she wanted to do instead of doing what her parents wanted. The romance aspect in this book was sweet, and I loved that it touched on mental health in young adults. Overall, I think was a beautiful story discussing disabilities. It was absolutely captivating and I could really see this being a limited series or movie. I would suggest this to anyone who loves YA, wants to see disability representation, or loves descriptive water imagery. 
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