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We Are Not Like Them by Jo Piazza, Christine Pride
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I liked this book, heavy and tough read but liked the focus of women’s friendships. The authors overall dealt well with difficult topics of policy brutally, BLM, and class issues. Not a lighthearted read, but an important one. Not sure if I loved the ending.
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Gun violence, Hate crime, Racial slurs, Racism, Slavery, Police brutality, Murder, Pregnancy, and Classism
Moderate: Miscarriage, Grief, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Sexual content and Torture