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ogreart's review against another edition
4.0
Danged thing nearly had me crying in a couple of places. I resisted reading this book for years, afraid that it could not measure up to Freak the Mighty. Turns out, it was still pretty darn good. Lots of interesting characters. Lots of twists and turns. And a Max that has grown (and more than just physically) in the year since Kevin had died.
nbrickman's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
northviewlocke's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
moniska89's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
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? No
3.0
fatpat17's review against another edition
1.0
This book was ok. It was not even close to as good as Freak The Mighty. It might just be that I miss Freak, but I did not like this book. Sorry, Mr. Philbrick!
darryn_gray's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
It's no Freak the Mighty, but this book did capture the heart of the original! Elden Henson as the narrator is a lot older when he did the narration for this one and while its a little off putting the way his voice is trying to sound, there's almost a bit of charm to it. It almost feels like how you would imagine Max to sound once he hit puberty.
If you're a fan of Freak the Mighty, you'll love this one too.
There's also a LOT less slurs and general abelism in this book, but this book didn't need to follow that the way Freak the Mighty did.
If you're a fan of Freak the Mighty, you'll love this one too.
There's also a LOT less slurs and general abelism in this book, but this book didn't need to follow that the way Freak the Mighty did.
dim_light's review against another edition
4.0
(3.5/5)
All I have to say was that it was alright, as a story, but the events were interesting. I'm glad Max has improved from the first book and is willing to help. Such a shame that they assume he's a criminal just because of his demeanor.
-The Rosebush
All I have to say was that it was alright, as a story, but the events were interesting. I'm glad Max has improved from the first book and is willing to help. Such a shame that they assume he's a criminal just because of his demeanor.
-The Rosebush
michaelion's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
Significantly less slurs in this one. I mean, they're there, but less so than the first. Thank goodness. Now, why would she kiss him if they're siblings at the end? I don't like kids kissing in media and I especially don't like incest. Especially for a girl who's heavily implied to be a victim of childhood sexual assault?! Come on now. Other than that, the book's not that bad.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Kidnapping, Domestic abuse, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Pedophilia, Child abuse, Death of parent, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Bullying, Murder, Sexual assault, and Vomit