A review by destdest
Halfway to Somewhere by Jose Pimienta

hopeful informative lighthearted medium-paced

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

3.5

I really enjoyed the cultural exploration here and something I don't often see in children's novels about drastic moves/big changes:

Ave's mom gives them the choice to go back to Mexicali if that works better for them. It's open-ended what the decision will be. Maybe they stay in Kansas longer or eventually go back