A review by xangemtheelibrarian
Remember Us by Jacqueline Woodson

challenging reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

This was alright. The characters didn't feel particularly emotive to me, just almost in a perpetual state of dissociation or shock. The entire time I was reading, I was thinking of another book written about The Matchbox neighborhood and the greedy landlords: Burn Down, Rise Up by Vincent Tirado. I feel like both are great ways to learn about this tragedy in history. Tirado's book really showcases the horror and emotional impact of this event, but Woodson's characters make you feel like you are there, watching people's homes and lives go up in flames, but almost with a degree of separation.
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