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kokeb's review
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
amdame1's review against another edition
3.0
Set in 1968, in the projects. Louis is 14 years old, living with his mom and step-dad. His mom dreams of moving out of the projects someday. His step-dad is lazy and mean. Louis is just a teen trying to figure things out, including friendship and his own sexuality. One of the most interesting characters is Anthony Robinson, the neighborhood "hoodlum" who dresses in purple polyester pants - and catches Louis' eye...
anntieup's review against another edition
5.0
Read this in one day over about five hours. Guess that means I liked it.
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