A review by kj468
Bianca Torre Is Afraid of Everything by Justine Pucella Winans

adventurous emotional inspiring mysterious reflective tense fast-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? Yes

5.0

I really enjoyed this book! I listened to the audible book, narrated by the wonderful Vico Ortiz, who always does an amazing job with narration & this was no exception.

Likes:
  • likable, diverse, & well-written characters
  • good clue solving part of the mystery, even if it was a bit obvious who (at least some of) the evile people were
  • stunning gender representation. I loved Bianca's nonbinary awakening & the acceptance they got from important people in their lives
  • I really appreciated the conversations the book had about not *needing* to come out to everyone, & about people having to earn the right to get to know some parts of us. It reminded me of the difference between the "coming out" narrative and "inviting in". A very queer-person-centered perspective on the topic of sharing identities
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pov: first person // #pov: 1
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rep: nonbinary lesbian MC, nonbinary x girl relationship, trans sc, Black BFF, Asain LI, anxiety
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tags: teenage detectives, nonbinary awakening, weeb and nerd culture, conversations about coming out
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ratings: mystery: 4 // funny: 3 // narrator: 5 // romance: 4 // representation: 5 // total: 5