A review by paigereitz
With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo

emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective 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

5.0

Wow. I really loved this. Acevedo weaves a beautiful story of intersectionality and struggle and triumph. The story of an inner city teen mom and how people and relationships and opportunities can transform a young person’s life. The story of complex people loving complexly. Beautiful.