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Glitch Girl!
by Rainie Oet
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The beginning of this was really good, but the middle felt somewhat repetitive and slow, while the ending felt incredibly rushed. I liked the way this book explored being trans and neurodivergent and how hard that can be as a child who has abusive parents that don't really understand them, but I was a bit uncomfortable with the way J's crush on her friend was portrayed, and I felt like the way J's parents suddenly changed their ways at the end of the book after a single meaningful conversation didn't feel realistic at all. All in all, I feel a bit conflicted about this book, so a 3-star rating feels right.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Self harm, Transphobia, Abandonment, Dysphoria
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Animal cruelty, Confinement, Death, Antisemitism, Toxic friendship