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A review by happily_undignified
Guts by Raina Telgemeier
challenging
emotional
informative
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
4.0
"When I'm in this space, I feel like I can't get out." ⠀
TRY⠀
"I feel like I won't survive it."⠀
TRY⠀
"I feel like I can't control anything." ⠀
TRY⠀
"I feel like I can't even try."⠀
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TRY ANYWAY - Raina Telgemeier⠀
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This is a surprisingly deep mid-grade read that explores friendship, mental illness, puberty, and fear in an honest way that was refreshing and thoughtful. I adore the illustrations and how they clearly portray the emotions Raina goes through in the story. The characters are warm and authentic. I was rooting for them as they developed through the story to a satisfying end. ⠀
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I would highly recommend this book to parents and tweens. It can open up a door for constructive conversations about mental health and therapy.⠀
TRY⠀
"I feel like I won't survive it."⠀
TRY⠀
"I feel like I can't control anything." ⠀
TRY⠀
"I feel like I can't even try."⠀
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TRY ANYWAY - Raina Telgemeier⠀
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This is a surprisingly deep mid-grade read that explores friendship, mental illness, puberty, and fear in an honest way that was refreshing and thoughtful. I adore the illustrations and how they clearly portray the emotions Raina goes through in the story. The characters are warm and authentic. I was rooting for them as they developed through the story to a satisfying end. ⠀
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I would highly recommend this book to parents and tweens. It can open up a door for constructive conversations about mental health and therapy.⠀
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness