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Constellations
by Kate Glasheen
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I think this is an important book in regards to addiction, recovery, and identity, and sometimes how all of those things can be intertwined. Often times, addiction can be a difficult topic to address in YA books, and I appreciated the way that this book brought the reader through the recovery process, especially in the group sessions. Recovery isn't a straight line, and this book really highlights that aspect.
Overall, the writing style and the art style weren't necessarily my favorite. Some of the narration was a bit difficult to follow in some of the layouts, because of the way the pages were organized. This is in part because the art style felt a bit messy, and I wished that some panels could have included more details.
There's a lot about nonbinary identities also packed into this one, and I think one thing to keep in mind is that this is set in 80s. A lot of people didn't have the words that we do now to discuss their identities. So, it doesn't quite meet modern standards in that regard.
All in all, mixed feelings about this one, but I do hope it gets into the hands of the people that need it.
Overall, the writing style and the art style weren't necessarily my favorite. Some of the narration was a bit difficult to follow in some of the layouts, because of the way the pages were organized. This is in part because the art style felt a bit messy, and I wished that some panels could have included more details.
There's a lot about nonbinary identities also packed into this one, and I think one thing to keep in mind is that this is set in 80s. A lot of people didn't have the words that we do now to discuss their identities. So, it doesn't quite meet modern standards in that regard.
All in all, mixed feelings about this one, but I do hope it gets into the hands of the people that need it.
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Transphobia, Alcohol
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Toxic friendship
Minor: Child death, Death, Drug use