A review by sleuthheroalien
Kings of B'more by R. Eric Thomas

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted 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? It's complicated

4.0

 I really enjoyed this fun YA novel, where a couple teens go on a romp around Baltimore inspired by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. I wasn’t sure how much I would like it when I started the book, but I was hooked by the humor and by one of the main characters being a theater kid. As the book progresses, however, the writing becomes more poignant and there are some truly beautiful scenes by the end. Get ready for laughs, tears, playfulness, and a little bit of teen angst but not too much. 

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