alexenjoysthings 's review for:

Song for a Whale by Lynne Kelly

5.0

adventurous challenging emotional inspiring reflective fast-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

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Middle grade books always have this beautiful tingle of magic in it that heals my inner child. Song For a whale was stunning; the characters were all so real and I felt Iris's pain and loneliness so deeply. The way loneliness and community are represented in this novel are so deep and nuanced. I particularly love the small chapters where we follow Blue 55. I was crying so hard by the end. This book made me feel the most hope I've felt since before the pandemic. Please read it.