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Somewhere Between Bitter and Sweet
by Laekan Zea Kemp
emotional
hopeful
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
This YA contemporary definitely packs a lot off issues into it, filed with great characters and references to some delicious food. I think the romance between Pen and Xander unfolds really naturally, and adds to the tone of the story. Plus, the audiobook features a song written for the book, which is pretty cool!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime, Mental illness, Racism, Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Alcoholism, Stalking