A review by runningonwords415
We Deserve Monuments by Jas Hammonds

challenging 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

Such a profound young adult novel grappling with the realities of today’s youth in opposition to their parents’ strict, religious, southern upbringings and beliefs. I especially loved Letty and Avery’s relationship (grandmother and -daughter), and the complexity between moms and daughters (multiple generations) were especially textured and relatable - arguing one minute and laughing the next. It leaves on a bit of an unsolved cliff hanger which I didn’t mind, but would have been great to wrap up nicely. 
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