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4.06 AVERAGE
4.06 AVERAGE
Rating this book is so difficult. It was a riveting read but fell short of its promise. As I delved into Real Americans, told through the perspectives of three generations, I found myself engrossed. How the POV changes between the three generations builds an amazing tension that keeps you reading.
My disappointment stemmed from expecting a deeper exploration of the themes. The narrative ambitiously tackles belonging, a mother's love, immigration, privilege, and racism, but the sheer breadth of these subjects left each one feeling underdeveloped. Each compelling observation was quickly abandoned for the next topic, creating a sense of fleeting engagement. Throughout, I sensed the book's potential to offer profound insights, but it ultimately skirted around its most intriguing themes, resulting in a captivating story, yet lacking the depth I craved.
My disappointment stemmed from expecting a deeper exploration of the themes. The narrative ambitiously tackles belonging, a mother's love, immigration, privilege, and racism, but the sheer breadth of these subjects left each one feeling underdeveloped. Each compelling observation was quickly abandoned for the next topic, creating a sense of fleeting engagement. Throughout, I sensed the book's potential to offer profound insights, but it ultimately skirted around its most intriguing themes, resulting in a captivating story, yet lacking the depth I craved.
challenging
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
reflective
medium-paced
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
3.75⭐️s : The narrators were good & added to the enjoyment of the story (though old May did sound quite young). Enjoyed the three parts & kind of putting the pieces together. Ending felt a little abrupt.
The characters & storylines were interesting & held my attention. I wanted to know what happened next. Some unanswered questions & details glossed over. Overall enjoyable.
The characters & storylines were interesting & held my attention. I wanted to know what happened next. Some unanswered questions & details glossed over. Overall enjoyable.