A review by makeminemonsters
Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow

challenging emotional funny reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

I thought this was a really well-written, sensitive story (while also being extremely funny) about processing trauma. Simon and his two best friends Agate and Kevin are extremely easy characters to like and root for while also feeling like real middle schoolers. I loved the setting and the quirkiness of the book which never felt like it overrode the seriousness of what Simon's gone through. 
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