A review by evamadera1
Fight + Flight by Jules Machias

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I enjoyed this book far more than I expected. Machias depicts mental and physical health struggles far better than almost any other book I have ever read and certainly better than any middle grade book. (It likely helps that they also suffer from the physical disability and general anxiety described in the book.) Machias also creates distinct voices for each of the protagonists which is also aided by having two narrators for the audiobook. Each character reads like real eighth graders and grow in believable, realistic ways. I also appreciate the fact that even though Machias filled the narrative with a number of issues, they avoided sounding preachy.