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How We Fall Apart by Katie Zhao
3.5
challenging dark mysterious slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

pros:
- a fully fleshed out cast with asian characters at the forefront
- lots of discussions about expectations of first generation students
- the beginning was a bit slow but it picked up quickly 

cons:
- the writing was a repetitive 
- although unexpected the twist was a little unoriginal
- not enough stakes, it felt like they were just letting it all happen with little retaliation
- wasn’t a fan of the open ending