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A review by cherylreadsallthebooks
The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo
4.0
Okay, so here are my thoughts on The Poet X.
I found it easy to read, as it is written in verse. It was beautifully written, and gave me all the feels. That said, I found it kind of offensive when it came to the Christianity representation. In my opinion, the fact that it was portrayed that the Catholic religion is the only Christian belief. The fact that the book kept referring to the need to "Earn your way to Heaven," was what bothered me the most. It made me feel like the author was saying that all Christians believe that the only way to get to Heaven is to earn your way in.
As a born again Christian, I can tell you that nobody has to earn their way to Heaven, but I don't want to preach. I just felt like it was "If you're a Christian, this is what you believe," and that is wrong.
I did, however enjoy the book! I thought it was well spoken, and how the main character comes to be who she feels she should be, was wonderfully represented. The ending was really good, as well. I think that was my favourite part of the whole book.
Xiomara had a wonderful relationship with her brother, and that was great to read about. The relationship between her and her boyfriend was perfect! I want a man like him! Someone who won't push and who truly respects his girl.
Overall, I gave this book 4 stars. It took me a while to decide whether it was a 4 or a 5 star book, and in reality, I think I probably give it 4 and a half.
I would recommend this book to those who love poetry, particularly slam poetry, those who are trying to find themselves, and those who want to read about a young girl who defies her parents' religion to find out who she is.
I found it easy to read, as it is written in verse. It was beautifully written, and gave me all the feels. That said, I found it kind of offensive when it came to the Christianity representation. In my opinion, the fact that it was portrayed that the Catholic religion is the only Christian belief. The fact that the book kept referring to the need to "Earn your way to Heaven," was what bothered me the most. It made me feel like the author was saying that all Christians believe that the only way to get to Heaven is to earn your way in.
As a born again Christian, I can tell you that nobody has to earn their way to Heaven, but I don't want to preach. I just felt like it was "If you're a Christian, this is what you believe," and that is wrong.
I did, however enjoy the book! I thought it was well spoken, and how the main character comes to be who she feels she should be, was wonderfully represented. The ending was really good, as well. I think that was my favourite part of the whole book.
Xiomara had a wonderful relationship with her brother, and that was great to read about. The relationship between her and her boyfriend was perfect! I want a man like him! Someone who won't push and who truly respects his girl.
Overall, I gave this book 4 stars. It took me a while to decide whether it was a 4 or a 5 star book, and in reality, I think I probably give it 4 and a half.
I would recommend this book to those who love poetry, particularly slam poetry, those who are trying to find themselves, and those who want to read about a young girl who defies her parents' religion to find out who she is.