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Being Toffee
by Sarah Crossan
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is such a powerful book in verse. Allison needs Marla just like Marla needs Allison--together, they're able to work toward a place of happiness. When Allison runs away from her abusive father, she finds Marla's house. There, she's able to become Toffee and forget about her past for a while.
The overall structure works really well for this book. There are a few times where it felt like it lost its voice, but it found it again. A really compelling story overall.
The overall structure works really well for this book. There are a few times where it felt like it lost its voice, but it found it again. A really compelling story overall.
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Dementia
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Violence