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A review by tuma
When We Make It by Elisabet Velasquez
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Powerful poetry. Tons heart striking lines that I had to underline and tag. Super relatable to me as a fellow New York who grew up in the Bronx without my family having a ton of money. We didn't struggle as much as Sarai's family but I definitely understand the preoccupation with "making it". Trying to get out of the hood. But as I got older and went to college, I learned like Sarai, that "making it" doesn't always mean leaving. You can make it simply by completely accepting yourself as you are and living your best life whatever that means for you.
Moderate: Mental illness, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, and Death of parent
Minor: Domestic abuse