Shalan Mitchell’s Reviews > Rats Saw God > Status Update

I am well and finished this book. I liked it, but I have issues. I loved the beginning with the focus on friendship. The teenage angst and heartbreak storyline later on was relatable in its dramatics, but also intense in its hysterics. The perspective rests on its white male gaze and is a product of its time (can’t believe I’m saying that about the late 90s). Pacing was off especially toward the end. 3.5 🌟

Still in bed (less sick) and still reading. I don’t think this book’s writing style and lack of plot would be for everyone, but I’m still liking it. It’s definitely not a diverse story, and some comments and descriptions about bodies and culture give me pause. However, it was also written in 1996 by a white man, so perhaps I shouldn’t expect what I would deem necessary today.

Welcome to ep.2 of Reading Small Books on my TBR while Sick. I have also had this one since high school … maybe even middle school. What can I say? I loved reading about troubled teens as a goodie two shoes. We’re continuing those vibes today. Let’s see how it goes.