A review by bmpicc
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

funny hopeful reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Banned Book Club: This YA novel doesn't say anything that most high school students haven't already heard (or said) themselves. At the end of the day, for me, this was a book about friendship, family, bullying, and learning to stand up for yourself. There were things I liked (illustrations, grandma, the honestly about alcoholism on the reservation, etc.) and things I didn't (ex. billionaire Ted).

I'm not mad I read it, but I'm grateful I borrowed rather than purchased. Especially when I realized why I recognized the name Sherman Alexie. 
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