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A review by telepathyjmin
Paper Names by Susie Luo
challenging
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
For the most part, this was a pretty good read. I don't normally like books that change pov and show flashbacks/jump around, but i like the way it was done in this.
Lots of moments showing morally ambiguous characters, which i always find interesting to see.
The main reason i didn't give this a higher rating is for the last part of the book.
The pacing was pretty steady for most of the book, but all of a sudden all these major plot points start happening. Tony's dad dying, Kip running over Tony, Oliver hiding it all from Tammy etc.
I wish we would've gotten to see more of Tammy visiting China after her father's death, as i feel that would had provided a more satisfying(?) ending.
Lots of moments showing morally ambiguous characters, which i always find interesting to see.
The pacing was pretty steady for most of the book, but all of a sudden all these major plot points start happening. Tony's dad dying, Kip running over Tony, Oliver hiding it all from Tammy etc.
I wish we would've gotten to see more of Tammy visiting China after her father's death, as i feel that would had provided a more satisfying(?) ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident and Death of parent
Moderate: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Xenophobia
Minor: Alcohol, Cultural appropriation, Drug use, Medical content, and Physical abuse