A review by ehmannky
As Far as You'll Take Me by Phil Stamper

emotional hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A lovely YA read about finding your own way and making your own family. I loved that Stamper allows for a messy coming of age story and rejects the idea that outward validation and changes can magically fix insecurities. I also liked that Stamper emphasizes that you actually do get to choose who you consider family, and that even your parents have to make an effort to belong to that family.  I loved that forgiveness is not expected to those who apologize, and that you can actually work at your own pace. 
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