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A review by utopiastateofmind
Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend by Katie Zhao
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
(Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher. This has not impacted my review which is unbiased and honest.)
I adored Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend on so many different levels. First of all, I related to the ways in which both Winnie and her sister Lisa struggle with their identity. How their differences are always at the forefront. Whether it be a packed lunch or family pressures, there's this distinct feeling that's difficult to put into words. My heart broke for Winnie and the cruelties born from ignorance that kids perpetuate.
Secondly, the feeling of Winnie of never being good enough? Knife to the heart. Not only does this fuel a rivalry, but it means that she feels like she will never measure up. That she will have to choose between being true to herself and fulfilling the expectations of others. Thirdly, the sister relationship was an element I wasn't expecting, but one I enjoyed. I have a thing for complex sister relationships, and this interaction between them and their perceptions of who's the golden child resonated hard.
I adored Winnie Zeng Unleashes a Legend on so many different levels. First of all, I related to the ways in which both Winnie and her sister Lisa struggle with their identity. How their differences are always at the forefront. Whether it be a packed lunch or family pressures, there's this distinct feeling that's difficult to put into words. My heart broke for Winnie and the cruelties born from ignorance that kids perpetuate.
Secondly, the feeling of Winnie of never being good enough? Knife to the heart. Not only does this fuel a rivalry, but it means that she feels like she will never measure up. That she will have to choose between being true to herself and fulfilling the expectations of others. Thirdly, the sister relationship was an element I wasn't expecting, but one I enjoyed. I have a thing for complex sister relationships, and this interaction between them and their perceptions of who's the golden child resonated hard.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism