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nightjar656's review against another edition
emotional
sad
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? Yes
4.5
The very premise of the book makes it an easy premise to mess up- how do you keep a story interesting when the main character knows what will happen? I think Morris accomplished that beautifully- while we know aspects of what will happen, the full story remains a mystery until the events play out. In addition, the writing conveys tone and atmosphere perfectly- especially the anxiety present in most moments in Alex’s life. I thought the themes and emotion came through perfectly. This one was really good.
I’d recommend this to people looking for emotional stories, books with sibling relationships, books about dealing with anxiety, and anyone looking for a good contemporary.
I’d recommend this to people looking for emotional stories, books with sibling relationships, books about dealing with anxiety, and anyone looking for a good contemporary.
conceptuallysound's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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? Yes
4.5
The Cost of Knowing hits with the obvious in the beginning, then gets you deep in the end. Author Brittney Morris does a great job of connecting how ancestral history creates generational curses and how the strength to overcome them does not separate you from your ancestry.
Alex and Isaiah take upon themselves the hard task of breaking their curse. One has the knowledge and sight of the past while the other has the same of the future. These powers arrive after a fatal accident kills their parents and they inherit a legacy of fear. Their grief and pain draws a wedge between them, then the havoc begins- not knowing both have this gift and a curse.
We all want to know the inevitable, but at what price? For most of us we need closure to certain situations, but does it answer all of our questions…or create more? Author Brittney Morris addresses both of my questions with providing an opportunity of healing and growth for Isaiah and Alex. Their bonding, learning of their family history and Alex’s experience/reckoning with his great, great, great, great, etc grandfather. Finally, an end. She provided a space for young black boys to heal, be vulnerable, feel and cry. A space to recognize they were stripped of their innocence by someone else’s doing…and that they can still be children. This ending was not what I expected….yet so happy to receive. I like the authors writing.
Alex and Isaiah take upon themselves the hard task of breaking their curse. One has the knowledge and sight of the past while the other has the same of the future. These powers arrive after a fatal accident kills their parents and they inherit a legacy of fear. Their grief and pain draws a wedge between them, then the havoc begins- not knowing both have this gift and a curse.
We all want to know the inevitable, but at what price? For most of us we need closure to certain situations, but does it answer all of our questions…or create more? Author Brittney Morris addresses both of my questions with providing an opportunity of healing and growth for Isaiah and Alex. Their bonding, learning of their family history and Alex’s experience/reckoning with his great, great, great, great, etc grandfather. Finally, an end. She provided a space for young black boys to heal, be vulnerable, feel and cry. A space to recognize they were stripped of their innocence by someone else’s doing…and that they can still be children. This ending was not what I expected….yet so happy to receive. I like the authors writing.
halem13's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
sad
medium-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Child death, Mass/school shootings, Self harm, Violence, Racism, Death of parent, Grief, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Slavery
ariahd's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-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? Yes
4.0
izanosaure's review against another edition
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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? It's complicated
4.5
bookswithmeg_'s review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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? Yes
4.0
barnesbookshelf's review against another edition
5.0
This books was a bit of a hard read. I kept hoping that Alex would succeed, but I knew he wouldn't. I loved how open he became as the story continued. And Isaiah was adorable. I'm also glad that Alex didn't bow to white women tears.
I hope Morris writes more in this universe in the future. It has really solid world building.
I hope Morris writes more in this universe in the future. It has really solid world building.
vibeke_hiatt's review against another edition
I made it about a third of the way through, but just didn't feel like finishing. It's a shame, because I'm really trying to diversify my reading. This book just isn't for me. I was disappointed in the language and sexual content, especially since the book is billed for children as young as 12.
(Yes, I know how the world is. My thoughts on this topic could fill many essays.)
(Yes, I know how the world is. My thoughts on this topic could fill many essays.)
megshomelibrary's review against another edition
5.0
This was the most beautiful story of family, brotherhood, manhood, vulnerability, hope, and navigating grief. Brittney Morris has solidified herself as a must-buy author for me after this story and Slay were both 5 star ratings.