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A review by kellyjcm
How to Ditch Your Fairy by Justine Larbalestier
3.0
This was a fun read. The world building was well done, although it took a bit of time. I almost wish there a little more to it, such as a visit to Ravenna to gain some perspective on its differences from New Avalon. I didn't realize until I finished the book that a glossary existed at the back explaining some of the slang. Although most of it I could figure out from context, I wish I discovered that sooner.
Charlie, the main character, was easily relatable as a teenage girl whose life is further complicated by an unwanted fairy. The most entertaining part of the book for me was definitely the climax of the story. Laughed out loud at Fiorenze's and Charlie's antics.
The only change I would have made to the ending would be Charlie living without a fairy and making the basketball team based on her previous skill. I think it would have been a testament to her growth as a character, as well as to her hard-earned skills in basketball.
I will be adding this to my school library. I can think of many readers who will get a kick out of it.
Charlie, the main character, was easily relatable as a teenage girl whose life is further complicated by an unwanted fairy. The most entertaining part of the book for me was definitely the climax of the story. Laughed out loud at Fiorenze's and Charlie's antics.
The only change I would have made to the ending would be Charlie living without a fairy and making the basketball team based on her previous skill. I think it would have been a testament to her growth as a character, as well as to her hard-earned skills in basketball.
I will be adding this to my school library. I can think of many readers who will get a kick out of it.