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crookedmagpie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
elizabethkroberts's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
repunzee's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
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
5.0
emmadstanden's review against another edition
5.0
Three stories intertwining to create a masterpiece highlighting the importance of queer book representation in schools, and the dangers of book banning. David Levithan had me hooked from the first sentence and sighing with hope at the last. I fell in love with the sweet characters, becoming invested in their quirks and lives. A celebration of friendship, and self discovery. A truly beautiful book.
kateburstein31's review against another edition
5.0
An excellent YA novel depicting young students standing up for one another and behind the importance of allowing all books to be read in school. Also, the chapters are cleverly arranged.
bibliobrandie's review against another edition
4.0
Great middle grade book! This short book deals with a lot of current themes and shows what happens when a community tackles a classroom book challenge. I appreciate that the main characters are 5th grade students, showing how confusing it is for students when adults tell them they shouldn't read something. I loved the focus on queer kids and standing up for what is right. I enjoyed the multiple perspectives but my only complaint is that the chapters from the The Adventurers, the book being challenged, were to slim and scattered so I couldn't get a strong feel for the story or characters. I think students will love it though!
stienc's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.75
magenta_menace's review against another edition
4.75
an excellent middle grade read from one of my favorite YA authors. i love the three simultaneous narratives happening throughout the book, as it gives it a really compelling depth that is atypical for this age group. there are not enough middle grade novels that confront themes of censorship and book banning, and this book demonstrates the ways that kids can fight back against this in a positive, hopeful light.