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cozyfitz496 's review for:
The Umbrella Maker's Son
by Katrina Leno
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Reminds me of books like City of Ember and The Giver. Some Lemony Snicket-style elements as well. Diverse representation and an anti-megacorp (dare I say Amazon??) message with attention paid to the effects on not just small business owners, but poor communities and the climate. Really enjoyed this book, glad I finally prioritized it after seeing it in the library for nearly a year and saying “I really gotta read that”. Also… Stardew inspired?? Maybe??
Graphic: Bullying, Confinement, Classism
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Cursing, Blood, Kidnapping