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A review by janethevirgin46
The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
In less than 100 pages, I cried twice. It was deeply effective in showing part of life in poverty, and the sadness of feeling lost in it. Absolutely wonderful book and glad I read it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Physical abuse, Incest, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Emotional abuse, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Toxic friendship, Domestic abuse, Alcoholism, Classism, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Violence