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cranedphoenix's review against another edition
dark
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Not a bad book overall but nothing like excellingly revolutionary
I did really like the characters though which is important for me in a story to at least like ONE character and I probably loved them all
Even though he was an ass I do wonder what happened with Johntae since he literally just ran off. Not important to the story of Tyler ofc but y'know I'm curious
The friendships in the story were also strong and the message is there
There's a few parts that had me going like ugh but nothing that makes the book like an awful awful book
I did really like the characters though which is important for me in a story to at least like ONE character and I probably loved them all
Even though he was an ass
The friendships in the story were also strong and the message is there
There's a few parts that had me going like ugh but nothing that makes the book like an awful awful book
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Racism, Police brutality, Death, and Gun violence
Minor: Drug use, Alcohol, and Sexual content
lucyisabella's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Police brutality, and Child death
amandalorianxo's review
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
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? Yes
4.0
I love the cover. We need to see more men/ boys of color in softer settings and this was a great way of showcasing Marvin as the character he was - gentle but not a pushover. This was all too real and heartbreaking, black boys facing death in the hands of police. This was a little too slice of life but regardless an important read. I would have maybe taken out the random sex scene Marvin has with Faith but the diversity in characters and sexualities ( one of Marvin’s best friends is a biracial lesbian) was great to observe. The pain his parents feel was also heart wrenching.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Police brutality
Moderate: Child death
Minor: Sexual content
amb_leigh's review
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Police brutality, Child death, and Death
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