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The Great Cool Ranch Dorito in the Sky
by Josh Galarza
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
After a couple of heavy books in a row, I think I'm definitely ready for something lighter. Peppered with humor, this book is ultimately about Brett's grief and struggles with an eating disorder, trying to figure out how to move forward. Though the plot is a little all over the place at the beginning, everything is tied together nicely in the final third of the book.
I especially appreicated how Brett's changing friendships reflected where he was in his grieving process. Plus, there is a positive representation of therapy, and we always love to see that in YA books. A great debut from Galarza; I am excited to see what else he comes up with!
I especially appreicated how Brett's changing friendships reflected where he was in his grieving process. Plus, there is a positive representation of therapy, and we always love to see that in YA books. A great debut from Galarza; I am excited to see what else he comes up with!
Graphic: Eating disorder, Fatphobia, Vomit
Moderate: Cancer, Death of parent, Alcohol
Minor: Self harm, Suicide attempt, Injury/Injury detail