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The War I Finally Won
by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I read this entire book in one day back in October of 2017, and I was a complete mess after finishing. It wasn't a perfect storybook ending, and it wasn't as though every single problem was magically fixed or made better. But it was incredibly real, and incredibly heartwarming.
I listened to it on audio for my first reread, and it was a really good experience. The most difficult part was trying to remember to be patient and not rush to my bookcase to get my print copy so I could finish faster, haha. I do think I didn't connect emotionally the same way to some of the parts, listening to audio vs reading print, but it still had a profound effect on me.
Maybe I'll be able to write a more cohesive review after my third reread, but for now I'm just going to leave you with the note that I cannot more strongly recommend both this book and its predecessor, The War That Saved My Life. <3
I listened to it on audio for my first reread, and it was a really good experience. The most difficult part was trying to remember to be patient and not rush to my bookcase to get my print copy so I could finish faster, haha. I do think I didn't connect emotionally the same way to some of the parts, listening to audio vs reading print, but it still had a profound effect on me.
Maybe I'll be able to write a more cohesive review after my third reread, but for now I'm just going to leave you with the note that I cannot more strongly recommend both this book and its predecessor, The War That Saved My Life. <3
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Emotional abuse
Moderate: Antisemitism
Heavy, hard hitting topics discussed - but still feels suitable for younger readers, especially if a parent or guardian can be there to assist the reader with questions.