I think like many good middle-grade novels, this one had lots of themes of friendship and family. Building relationships, learning which ones to foster, which ones to let go of. It was well done in that respect.
I also really like how Paloma interpreted things. It's was through flowers and felt more middle-grade orientated than if it had been done another way. It also made the language prettier and symbolic in many ways.
The whole little sister/mom act got pretty annoying pretty fast. I know it was a big part of the plot and the conflict Paloma was facing, but it wasn't very enjoyable. I think the relationships she was balancing was more the way to go.
Overall, this was a nice book from Martin. I think kids who enjoy Encanto and similar magical stories will take a liking to this one.
Disclaimer: I voluntarily read and reviewed a gifted and advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I also really like how Paloma interpreted things. It's was through flowers and felt more middle-grade orientated than if it had been done another way. It also made the language prettier and symbolic in many ways.
The whole little sister/mom act got pretty annoying pretty fast. I know it was a big part of the plot and the conflict Paloma was facing, but it wasn't very enjoyable. I think the relationships she was balancing was more the way to go.
Overall, this was a nice book from Martin. I think kids who enjoy Encanto and similar magical stories will take a liking to this one.
Disclaimer: I voluntarily read and reviewed a gifted and advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.