A review by le3713
The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo

emotional hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

Elizabeth Acevedo on audio is as good as everyone says, and I seldom listen to audio books. I love a good YA coming of age story, and this one sucked me in. I was rooting for Xiomara 100% and her concerns were mine.
When her mom lit her journal of poems on fire, I wanted to jump into the story and save them.
I also found X's questions about and ambivalence towards Catholicism thoughtful and interesting. Highly recommend! I'm on to my next Acevedo soon.
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