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@vpfowler1028 I agree that it acts as a window for others to be exposed to these topics. Because this story is about such a casual topic, I believe this window is easier for some to see out of, because most people can relate to this story no matter their background. #xuengl20510

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@JosieLopez0312 I agree with how her use of culture was incorporated. It wasn't a defining characteristic of the story, but it did help to add more detail and further the family dynamic. #xuengl20510

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In the short story "A Bigger Tent", Goo writes about a girl figuring out her relationship with her family. This story important because it sheds a light on the everyday lives of teenagers, especially someone with a Korean background, and what family means to them. #XUengl20510

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@JosieLopez0312 I also liked this idea. It is an interesting take on relationships and how two people trust each other. #xuengl20510

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@lnpfeifer16 I agree. I especially related to this because one of my all time favorite things was having my dog greet me when I cam home. #xuengl20510

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Being the hero of the story is important for marginalized groups to see, because they have been represented as side kicks or background characters so often in the past. #XUengl20510

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@WinnieJ34038049 I agree. We are left to imagine Wills ending.

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@TamiaXavierU I didn't think about it like this but you're right. Young adults have to make many tough decisions and it feels like they come one after the other.

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Although the book ended rather abruptly, I think it is best to leave it open ended. You can decide which decision Will makes. #XUengl20510

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@JosieLopez0312 I really like they way the illustrations depict how Will is feeling. My favorite one is where he describes the feeling of drowning, and blue watercolor is covering his head. #XUengl20510

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I love how real Will's character is in this book. It made me laugh a little when he sees a ghost and immediately goes "Don't know high life, don't know bad trips." Such a realistic response to seeing a ghost in my opinion. #XUengl20510

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The part where Dani comes into the elevator and explains their past was incredibly sad. I was not expecting this from his childhood. #XUengl20510

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@JosieLopez0312 My brother used to have a lot of trouble reading and would listen to audio books instead. I think it is really cool that Reynolds tries to reach even people who don't enjoy reading or have trouble.

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@StudAlexWelch I thought the same thing. I keep wondering how he will react to seeing the ghosts.

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It is crazy that an entire book can take place in just a few seconds. Excited to see how this is done. The main character must have millions of thoughts going on in his head. #XUengl20510

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@marie_altenau I agree, although I would have liked it more if Clara confronted her mom about these feelings.

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@AdamMaida15 I definitely agree. I was really hoping that she wouldn't say it back, because it would have felt very forced. It also showed Claras character development. #XUengl20510

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I felt a little unsatisfied with the ending. Pay never really discussed the punishments of Clara's actions, and Rose never got to say her piece. To me, it felt like Clara was let off the hook after her extremely childish behavior. #XUengl20510