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marieketron 's review for:
A Beginning at the End
by Mike Chen
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is the third book I’ve read since last year that’s set during a pandemic, but this one hits the closest for being set in modern times. I like that the world acknowledges the trauma that stems from an event like this, and I hope our world will grow to do the same. I also like that this is one of those post apocalyptic stories that celebrates the connections between people. But while it was engaging on those levels it never really rose above to actually grab me.
Graphic: Medical content, Grief, Death of parent
Moderate: Alcoholism, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Terminal illness