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A review by kwaeisig
Pride by Ibi Zoboi
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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? No
4.0
I really enjoyed this book. A remix of a tale I also read in high school. The play of two teens from different societal norms that find they are similar and can find balance in their differences is very interesting. I liked that the main character and her family are of Hispanic descent as I’ve not read many stories from Afro-Hispanic voices. The familiarity of assumptions, perceptions, and general teen experiences were refreshing and at times frustrating to read. I loved the additional details involving African traditional religions/spiritualities also.
Graphic: Bullying, Classism, and Racism