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Hearing this work of art read aloud by the author was a true immersion into a culture so unlike my own I felt voyeuristic at times. Listening to X grow in confidence and learning to trust her own voice felt raw, real and brutally honest. I've never attended a true poetry slam, but if the work there is 1/10th as powerful as this book was, I think it would be an intensely moving experience.

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4.0

I devoured this book. I don't have the words to describe how moved I am by Acevedo's words. Xiomara is such a fantastic protagonist, and her story is a powerful one that you'll want to read.

kaullan's review against another edition

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5.0

i was ugly crying.

leo_glz's review against another edition

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challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

anna26's review against another edition

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hopeful informative inspiring reflective 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

a perfect book, especially for a young audience.

belleakuvi's review against another edition

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5.0

this book beautifully touches on topics that i personally connect to, and even the topics that i don't have a personal connection to were written beautifully. i came into this a little hesitant because i'm not a big fan of poetry, but i was completely blown away.. plus i love the cover so much

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