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Shaun Collins (3 KP) rated Lethbridge-Stewart: Moon Blink (#5) in Books

Jan 12, 2018  
LM
Lethbridge-Stewart: Moon Blink (#5)
Sadie Miller
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Moon Blink is a great start to the new "season" of LS books. There are some great ideas in here, and a few truly golden nugget scenes. Unfortunately, the book doesn't coalesce quite as well as it should, particularly when it reaches the final act. The villain (and thus the climax) never reach full potency after a great set up, which was frustrating.

Once again, Anne Travers takes the lead in the proceedings while Lethbridge-Stewart is relegated to the background, but for this story, that dynamic not only made sense, but was essential. Sadie Miller exhibits a natural knack for writing these characters, and has a strong voice with which to do it.

It may only be a three an a half star book, but because it was so enjoyable to read I have it the benefit of the extra star. Can't wait to read more!

For more detailed thoughts, you can listen to our full review at www.travelingthevortex.com
  
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Lou Grande (148 KP) rated Gracefully Grayson in Books

May 27, 2018  
Gracefully Grayson
Gracefully Grayson
Ami Polonsky | 2014 | LGBTQ+, Young Adult (YA)
6
8.0 (2 Ratings)
Book Rating
I have to say, this book was much better than I was expecting. I'm always wary going into a book about trans issues not written by trans people. But Grayson's story was treated thoughtfully and with respect. (Such a stereotypical name, though!) However, I'm disappointed that this story focused so much on violence and social resistance to trans people. While that can often be the reality for some of us, this book is intended for young readers, and I'm concerned that this could be scary for them. On the other hand, cisgendered kids who pick this one up might be more empathetic towards trans people in general. (But would cisgender kids be inspired to pick GRACEFULLY GRAYSON up if they've already formed negative opinions on trans issues? I don't know; I'm thankfully not a parent.)

Another thing: did this story really have to coalesce in a bathroom? It felt lazy. Where we pee is not the only political issue we face, and it's obvious the author knows this. I don't know. This book left me with mixed feelings.