Writing Quality: 3-Stars (Good/Enjoyable): Solid writing with few errors. Some moments of weak phrasing but generally easy to follow.

Plot: 2-Stars (Fair/Underwhelming): The plot has issues like predictability, weak pacing, or inconsistency. Some unresolved questions.

Characterization: 2-Stars (Fair/Underwhelming): Characters are somewhat developed but may feel flat or lacking depth. Few or no emotional connections.

Pacing: 2-Stars (Fair/Underwhelming): Uneven pacing—either too slow in parts or too fast in others, leading to a lack of flow.

Engagement: 1-Star (Poor/Problematic): Hard to stay interested or invested in the story.

Themes & Messages: 1-Star (Poor/Problematic): Problematic themes or harmful stereotypes. Any offensive content that could detract from the reading experience.

Originality: 3-Stars (Good/Enjoyable): Features some original ideas or fresh perspectives, though it still leans on familiar tropes or formulas.

Overall Feel: 2-Stars (Fair/Underwhelming): The book has some merit, but overall is not very satisfying or memorable.

I read this book and attended bi-weekly discussions as part of a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiative at work.

While the stories and examples throughout the book are basic and even downright silly at times, I felt the experience of discussing the chapters and finding the ways the subjects related to our own lives and the lives of others to be of significant value. In that way, the book succeeds with its goal of sparking discussions on topics of inclusion and diversity, helping its readers become more thoughtful as they navigate their relationships and the world around them.