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A Kind of Spark by Elle McNicoll

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mylesjmc's review against another edition

5.0

Rather behind the curve, I have finally read this wonderful book. I usually read before bed, but had to find another time of the day to read this one because I became so angry and frustrated in sympathy with the protagonist! An emotional, insightful book.

sicntilla's review against another edition

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emotional 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? It's complicated

5.0

camiand96's review against another edition

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4.0

I have several autistic people in my life and have felt the pain and sadness that comes when people misunderstand them and get angry at them because they are different.
It was really sweet to read this book written from the perspective of an autistic girl and to feel like I could better understand people like her.
I also appreciated that the author showed the importance of remembering history and acknowledging things that are wrong no matter how long ago they happened.

sweetbabyray1's review against another edition

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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

4.25

thebookedpath's review against another edition

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3.0

This was a sweet story. However, the topic of bullying those with special needs can be triggering so be warned. I liked the sisterly bonds that were written here. I would have loved to see more inclusion of the parents and not just what happens at the end. But it was a good story and I felt would give younger audiences a look at the minds of those who experience the world differently.