51 pages 1 hour read

Natalia Sylvester

Breathe and Count Back from Ten

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022

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Reviews & Readership

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Breathe and Count Back from Ten by Natalia Sylvester is lauded for its authentic representation of disability and Latinx culture, providing a nuanced and heartfelt coming-of-age story. Critics appreciate the depth of the protagonist and the thoughtful exploration of personal and cultural identity. Some found the pacing slow, but overall, it's seen as a poignant and necessary addition to YA literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Breathe and Count Back from Ten?

Readers who enjoyed The Fault in Our Stars by John Green or Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell will appreciate Breathe and Count Back from Ten by Natalia Sylvester. Ideal for those who love heartfelt YA fiction with themes of self-discovery, resilience, and navigating complex family and personal relationships.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Book Details

Genre
Romance
Realistic Fiction
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Topics
Disability
Themes
Identity: Disability
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Life/Time: Coming of Age