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anarmandameg's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Drug use, Alcohol, Bullying, Classism, Abandonment, Homophobia, and Sexual content
solnit_and_sebastian's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Moderate: Abandonment and Homophobia
Minor: Lesbophobia, Cultural appropriation, Bullying, Racism, and Alcohol
thepostman96's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Moderate: Homophobia and Lesbophobia
Minor: Abandonment and Cultural appropriation
lynxpardinus's review
4.5
Graphic: Homophobia, Bullying, and Racism
Moderate: Xenophobia, Pedophilia, Violence, Sexual harassment, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Religious bigotry, Sexual content, Abandonment, Cultural appropriation, Lesbophobia, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Racial slurs, Animal cruelty, Slavery, and Transphobia
helhas3letters's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Religious bigotry, Homophobia, and Racism
Moderate: Bullying, Abandonment, Drug use, and Violence
Minor: Alcohol, Transphobia, Sexual content, and Police brutality
blombern's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Homophobia
Moderate: Lesbophobia, Racism, Abandonment, Bullying, Cursing, and Drug use
Minor: Cultural appropriation, Alcohol, and Sexual content
thebookishnerd_'s review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I loved this book, from beginning to end. I have a soft spot for books written in verse and this one did not disappoint. The writing style was beautiful and emotional. It was great to see the language subtly mature as Michael grew up. Each character felt distinct with their own voice and I just fell in love with Michael and Daisy's friendship.
This book addresses many issues from racism, homophobia (both internal and external), fetishization, bullying, forced gender roles, absent parents and so much more. Each issue shows its effects on characters in such a true-to-life way, despite the writing style.
This book packs an emotional punch. Michael's story will pull at your heartstrings. I definitely recommend this book. Especially to those looking for a short yet impactful read.
Graphic: Drug use, Bullying, Abandonment, and Homophobia
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Cultural appropriation and Sexual content
blvckboyinparis's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
artist. poet. intellectual. lover. son. friend. brother. gay. black. greek-cypriot. beautiful.
so very, very beautiful.
Graphic: Homophobia and Racism
Moderate: Sexual violence and Abandonment
mayareadsxo's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Minor: Lesbophobia, Toxic friendship, Homophobia, Bullying, Abandonment, and Racism
tinyjude's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
Highly recommended.
Moderate: Abandonment, Bullying, Homophobia, Racism, Sexual content, and Transphobia