A review by nbeckham
I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys

challenging dark medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Really interesting read about a topic I knew nothing about. I think it really works as a YA. I do think the ending was kind of rushed? And too many of the chapters end with some version of “if only I knew then what I know now” that was overused a bit. Overall showed the daily oppression of the Romanian regime in the late 80s and what a big deal the Iron Curtain falling was. I think this would be a great book for a high school world history class. Invites a lot of discussion. 
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