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marieketron's review
emotional
slow-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Other reviewers have already commented on the diversity and inclusion inherent in the cast of characters, and it was a refreshing breath of air to have so many different and overlapping identities represented without attention being drawn to it overly much within the narrative. In terms of plot this is a relatively standard coming of age story, set during a summer break when the main character needs to figure out if she wants to stay in the same school or move back home to further her education. There are many different factors at okay to inform her decision, most of which boil down to her relationships with other characters. I really enjoyed that element of it, where Suzette comes to appreciate where she’s gone wrong and actually makes an effort to make amends and improve. I’m not happy with the storyline where she’s lying about the meds, but it is relatively realistic. Overall an enjoyable read but not too special to me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Medical content, and Mental illness
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Biphobia
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