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teacupsandfirereads 's review for:
Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books: A Novel
by Kirsten Miller
challenging
reflective
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Too many characters, too many themes and not developed enough, in my opinion, don't come for me. Something didn't sit right with me and this book. It definitely covers a lot of topics, but I am not sure they are approached in the best way. It was hard to sift through a lot of it. The good people very good and the bad people were bad. It is a serious topic that was made satirical, but I am not sure all the element hit to make it really work. While it was a shorter read, it still felt long and drawn out. with so many POVs, I did not connect with any characters. I'd say read it if you want, and make your own judgement call.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Homophobia, Misogyny, Racism, Toxic friendship
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Transphobia, Antisemitism, Gaslighting
Minor: Gun violence, Hate crime, Infidelity, Rape, Slavery, Suicide