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emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Loved the story of Bug and the ghostiness of this plot. Spooky and affirming and fun.
I loved everything about this! The grief, the ghost elements, the feelings of otherness and Not Being Quite Right when you're around other people. The moments of clarity maybe being a revelation, or just moments. The way kids just act around each other like its no big deal. I loved following Bug's journey, especially the entire inner monologue. I just want to wrap this main character up in a big old hug
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
My heart is both heavy and full, sad and joyful. This is the book I needed when I was Bug's age, and I'm so grateful that kids today have a chance to read it.
The praise and awards for this wonderful book are so well-deserved! I absolutely loved Bug and the journey to self-discovery, including the relationships with family members and friends we meet along the way. So authentic and heartfelt. Loved this!
Real rating 4.5 stars
Oh god not only was Bug a VERY relatable character that I wish I had growing up, but that epilogue really got to me
Oh god not only was Bug a VERY relatable character that I wish I had growing up, but that epilogue really got to me