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danwyn's review against another edition
5.0
EVERYBODY READ THIS BOOK
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review, so that will be coming as soon as I finish processing.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review, so that will be coming as soon as I finish processing.
motheroffae's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-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
4.0
bibliobrandie's review against another edition
4.0
So good! Manu and her mother are undocumented immigrants living in Miami. They are on the run from their family in Argentina, where Manu is also illegal. I loved Manu and all the discoveries she makes along the way, about herself and her family. The author explores so many themes in this YA book, I couldn't put it down. I also can't wait for the sequel. This is the feminist werewolf fantasy we were looking for!
tearsric0chet's review against another edition
5.0
bueno lo leí en español así que le daré la reseña en español
me re re gustó. honestamente hay una banda de cosas que le cambiaría, pero creo que esas cosas que veo las veo no como lectora sino como escritora. porque la verdad lo disfrute muchísimo y me sorprendió varias veces con cosas que si bien uno las podía llegar a predecir, creo que encajan perfectamente
para introducirte en la fantasía es algo re lindo de leer, siento que no te tira tanta información como para confundirte y eso es algo genial
me dejo con muchísimas ganas de más tbh así que no puedo esperar a que cazadora llegue acá
me re re gustó. honestamente hay una banda de cosas que le cambiaría, pero creo que esas cosas que veo las veo no como lectora sino como escritora. porque la verdad lo disfrute muchísimo y me sorprendió varias veces con cosas que si bien uno las podía llegar a predecir, creo que encajan perfectamente
para introducirte en la fantasía es algo re lindo de leer, siento que no te tira tanta información como para confundirte y eso es algo genial
me dejo con muchísimas ganas de más tbh así que no puedo esperar a que cazadora llegue acá
squinnittowinit's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
A little too clichéd for me, and a little too many step-by-step thought processes from Manu. Also leaned a little too much on Harry Potter.
dembury's review against another edition
5.0
This might just be the best YA book of 2020. It's the magic-packed, Latinx werewolf story I never knew I wanted but now am very invested in seeing where the story/series goes! The writing style is descriptive and engrossing, and Garber weaves such a rich world and mythology that is fascinating to see unfold and explored. Our main character, Manuela, is full of depth and life; seeing her deal with her family history, the threat of ICE and being deported, her place in both the human and magic worlds, and trying to coming to terms with who she is and her identity is a rewarding and multilayered story that really makes an impression.
I was especially impressed by the conversation Garber started about questioning the strict binaries of gender and sex with the lobizon/werewolf VS bruja/witch. In the world of the Septimus (the magic world here) all men are lobizons and all women are brujas. When that strict separation is proven false, it makes the Septimus have to begin to look at their outdated beliefs and social structures and consider the question of where someone who apparently doesn't fit in belongs - or if that person DOES belong and it's the systems that need changing.
Just because I'm now a little ways out of the target age range, it's been awhile since a YA story hit all the marks for me personally, but I totally loved "Lobizona". While there were a couple slightly weak moments (that big reveal with Fierro felt a bit out of left field), I still found myself completely falling into Manuela's world and being invested in the magic, the romance, the friendships- all of it!
I was especially impressed by the conversation Garber started about questioning the strict binaries of gender and sex with the lobizon/werewolf VS bruja/witch. In the world of the Septimus (the magic world here) all men are lobizons and all women are brujas. When that strict separation is proven false, it makes the Septimus have to begin to look at their outdated beliefs and social structures and consider the question of where someone who apparently doesn't fit in belongs - or if that person DOES belong and it's the systems that need changing.
Just because I'm now a little ways out of the target age range, it's been awhile since a YA story hit all the marks for me personally, but I totally loved "Lobizona". While there were a couple slightly weak moments (that big reveal with Fierro felt a bit out of left field), I still found myself completely falling into Manuela's world and being invested in the magic, the romance, the friendships- all of it!
snakeboba's review against another edition
5.0
I won this ARC through Wednesday Books but this is an honest review written without any influence.
I want to set aside the legends and myths Lobizona is based on and discuss the minor tones of this book first.
If you’re looking for book which touches on the matter of being in the United States from another country then this is the book for you. Through Manu’s story you gain an understanding of what it feels like to live in fear of being taken away—going back to a place that could mean death for her mother because of the secret of her existence.
And many people face this today. They hear sirens and hide. They wonder what they’ll face and if they’ll see those who they are leaving behind again. Sure, it’s easy to put it off as they should have gotten her legally, but when in a war torn country with children what do you do?
Now that I’ve given my two cent of food to chew on I loved Manu’s story. While it took some time for me to feel engrossed within the pages as the plot was built up and I saw some things coming I was absolutely taken by surprise by things that had been laid out to be quite obvious. Diving into the world of witches and werewolves where lives are divided and decided by gendered to have Manu shake the whole system just a fraction has me wanting the next book now to see how it’ll all turn out. I cannot wait for the second book and hope this is a series.
I want to set aside the legends and myths Lobizona is based on and discuss the minor tones of this book first.
If you’re looking for book which touches on the matter of being in the United States from another country then this is the book for you. Through Manu’s story you gain an understanding of what it feels like to live in fear of being taken away—going back to a place that could mean death for her mother because of the secret of her existence.
And many people face this today. They hear sirens and hide. They wonder what they’ll face and if they’ll see those who they are leaving behind again. Sure, it’s easy to put it off as they should have gotten her legally, but when in a war torn country with children what do you do?
Now that I’ve given my two cent of food to chew on I loved Manu’s story. While it took some time for me to feel engrossed within the pages as the plot was built up and I saw some things coming I was absolutely taken by surprise by things that had been laid out to be quite obvious. Diving into the world of witches and werewolves where lives are divided and decided by gendered to have Manu shake the whole system just a fraction has me wanting the next book now to see how it’ll all turn out. I cannot wait for the second book and hope this is a series.
rosatulipan's review against another edition
3.0
General Rating: 8/10
Personal Rating: 7.8/10
~"Most of the guys are cheering too, but there’s no doubt this is the brujas’ moment. The field trembles beneath my feet, and I feel a sprinkling of water, followed by a wave of heat, then my clothes flap in a gusty wind. Their emotions awaken their magic, and it’s like the whole planet is celebrating."~
These are the three words that best describe this book, according to me: beautiful, rushed and magical.
Lobizona was so cute and cozy to me. Yes, it has its teen-book cliches, but all the world-building makes up for it. And what makes it even better is the argentinian folklore and culture that Romina Garber incorporated into the story, and she did it in such a beautiful and unique way.
I also really liked this set of characters, and I'm thrilled about the fact that we will be visiting Argentina in the next installment in the series.
I really enjoyed this book, please, check it out!
P. S: I've been seeing that in other reviews they mention insta love. Personally, I don't think that what the main couple experienced when they first met was love, but more like attraction and curiosity towards eachother.
Personal Rating: 7.8/10
~"Most of the guys are cheering too, but there’s no doubt this is the brujas’ moment. The field trembles beneath my feet, and I feel a sprinkling of water, followed by a wave of heat, then my clothes flap in a gusty wind. Their emotions awaken their magic, and it’s like the whole planet is celebrating."~
These are the three words that best describe this book, according to me: beautiful, rushed and magical.
Lobizona was so cute and cozy to me. Yes, it has its teen-book cliches, but all the world-building makes up for it. And what makes it even better is the argentinian folklore and culture that Romina Garber incorporated into the story, and she did it in such a beautiful and unique way.
I also really liked this set of characters, and I'm thrilled about the fact that we will be visiting Argentina in the next installment in the series.
I really enjoyed this book, please, check it out!
P. S: I've been seeing that in other reviews they mention insta love. Personally, I don't think that what the main couple experienced when they first met was love, but more like attraction and curiosity towards eachother.