A review by calliecachat
The Benefits of Being an Octopus by Ann Braden

emotional hopeful reflective sad medium-paced
  • 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

4.0

Zoey’s story (and Fuchsia’s, Sylas’, Matt’s) felt so close to something my students could or might experience. The small Vermont town in which this story is set feels extremely familiar. 
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