A review by sfbookgirl
Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas

adventurous dark emotional inspiring reflective
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I absolutely loved Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas. Not only did I learn so much about Dia de los Muertos, but I also loved Thomas’s writing and the development of their heart-warming characters. The main character, Yadriel, a transgender, Latino, high schooler, is determined to prove himself as a real brujo. With the help of his friend Maritza, he performs a ritual to become a brujo, but manages to summon the ghost of his recently deceased classmate Julian Diaz in the process.

While on the hunt to find out what really happened to Yadriel’s also recently deceased cousin, Yadriel soon realizes that he doesn’t want Julian to leave him for the spirit world just yet. Cemetery Boys is a culturally rich and beautiful narrative that tells the story of love, family, and friendship. I loved Thomas’s descriptive writing style that makes me truly feel like I am within the book's setting. This one is definitely a quick read and I encourage you to read it soon as Dia de los Muertos is November 1st! Cemetery Boy is truly a one-of-a-kind story that you don’t want to miss.
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