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A review by tkhz
Greta and Valdin by Rebecca K Reilly
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This one of the only books I've ever found to be laugh-out-loud hilarious. Both narrators are extremely relatable, realistically flawed disaster gays and I loved them. While I don't typically enjoy slice-of-life stories, these characters were so loveable that I became invested in the minutia of their lives.
Also, this was a very interesting look into both Maori and Russian culture and how they mix within Greta and Valdin's family. I thought the struggles they go through being mixed-race and the children of both indigenous and immigrant parents were addressed very well despite the comedic nature of the book. It really found a good balance between being lighthearted/silly and showcasing real intersectional issues. 5/5 would recommend!
Also, this was a very interesting look into both Maori and Russian culture and how they mix within Greta and Valdin's family. I thought the struggles they go through being mixed-race and the children of both indigenous and immigrant parents were addressed very well despite the comedic nature of the book. It really found a good balance between being lighthearted/silly and showcasing real intersectional issues. 5/5 would recommend!