62 pages 2 hours read

Elizabeth Acevedo

The Poet X

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | YA | Published in 2018

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Reviews & Readership

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Elizabeth Acevedo's The Poet X receives widespread acclaim for its powerful verse, compelling storytelling, and authentic portrayal of a young Afro-Latina's struggles with identity and family expectations. While praised for its emotional depth and lyrical style, some critics feel its resolution is somewhat predictable. Overall, it’s a moving, thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Poet X?

A reader who would enjoy The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo is likely someone who appreciates coming-of-age stories told in vivid, lyrical verse. Similar readers might enjoy The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas and Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson for their exploration of identity, culture, and social issues through powerful narrative voices.

Recommended

Reading Age

13-18years

Book Details

Themes
Values/Ideas: Music
Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride
Topics
Music
LGBTQ
Genre
Realistic Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Romance