Something in Between

by Melissa de la Cruz
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Good Books rating 3.0
Young Adult (YA)
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  • ID: 7529
  • Added: 2025-12-14
  • Updated: 2025-12-14
  • ISBN: 9781489210920
  • Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
  • Published: 2016-10-01
  • Reviews: 3

Jasmine de los Santos has always been the perfect daughter, excelling in school and making her Filipino immigrant parents proud. But her world comes crashing down when she learns that her family's visas expired years ago, making them illegal immigrants. This revelation threatens her dreams of a college scholarship and puts her family at risk of deportation. Determined not to give up, Jasmine decides to fight for her future and make her own rules. The novel explores themes of immigration, family, friendship, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. It's a thought-provoking and timely story that will resonate with readers of all ages.

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Angel Reads · 2016-11-25
good 3.50

The book is enjoyed for its exploration of family, friendship, and self-discovery. It is seen as a heartwarming and relatable story.

This reviewer enjoyed the book for its heartwarming exploration of family, friendship, and self-discovery. They appreciate the relatable characters and the emotional depth of the story. The reviewer finds the book to be a touching and meaningful read, highlighting its ability to resonate with readers on a personal level. The themes of finding oneself and standing up for what one believes in are particularly noted.

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    Overall, I enjoyed Something in Between.

    It's a book about family, friendship and love.

    It's about finding yourself and standing up for what you believe in.

Heartful of Books · 2016-11-16
disappointing 1.00

The book is criticized for being boring and slow-paced. The reviewer found it difficult to stay engaged with the story.

This reviewer was genuinely bored reading parts of the book, which is why they gave it only 2 stars. They found the pacing to be slow and the story to be unengaging. The reviewer acknowledges that the book tackles important themes, but the execution fell short for them. They felt that the story dragged on and lacked the excitement and depth they were hoping for.

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    Overall, I'm only giving Something in Between 2 stars.

    It hurts to say it, but I was genuinely bored reading some parts of this book.

    The story felt like it dragged on.

Goodreads · 2016-09-19
brilliant 4.50

This book is praised as the best YA contemporary book of the year. It is highly recommended for its engaging and thought-provoking content.

This reviewer is absolutely thrilled with this book, calling it the best YA contemporary book of the year. They highlight its engaging narrative and thought-provoking themes, making it a standout read. The reviewer's enthusiasm is palpable, and they clearly believe this book is a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary YA fiction. The book's ability to tackle complex issues in an accessible way is particularly praised.

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    Hands down, Something in Between is the best YA contemporary book of the year.

    If you're only familiar with Melissa de la Cruz's Blue Bloods series, you're in for a treat.

    This book is a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary YA fiction.

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