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Given motivation, you can make your own wishes come true. I like it.
could be a fun read aloud to prek or kindergarten. Don't love the term "cuckoo-bonker-pants" though, sounds ablest. Other than that, good showing from Daywalt.
Moderate: Ableism
Very sweet concept. I like the note about incarcerated loved ones at the end.
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Genre: High fantasy
Setting: South America
Characters: No one is white, few are straight, all are complex.
World-building: Well done, and without long exposition about it.
Bonus: Kick-ass warrior women! Sweet romantic subplots! Lots of Spanish mixed into conversation! Monsters and quests!
I'm kicking myself for starting to read a trilogy before it's fully published, because now I will pine incessantly for the next installment.
I'm kicking myself for starting to read a trilogy before it's fully published, because now I will pine incessantly for the next installment.
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Grief
All the pairings come together in a lovely way that I enjoyed greatly. I kinda wish they hand't all grown up, but that's what people do I guess.
informative
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I find this little book moving, but also a bit disconcerting.