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katiegregory

katiegregory

Joined June 2025

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katiegregory

Hello! I have read the first three stories in this book so far. The 2nd person POV of the first story caught my attention since I felt more immersed into the narrative, especially when the MC mulls over lessons learned during his time in the gym. I also really appreciated that Meg Medina included a child who is proud of her blue collar father's job. Those jobs are often ignored as viable career options, a mindset that needs to be challenged more.

annagsears Hi, Katie! I also loved Meg Medina's story, and empathized heavily with the main character during her interaction with the club members who ruined their paint job. It ticked me off to no end, especially considering the father's nonchalant reaction.
It is interesting to note the use of second-person narration. I've found that typically the vast majority of YA or Middle Grade books are written in the first, so it was interesting to have a change.
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Makyah Hey Katie, I also really loved the Sol Painting Inc. short story. It ultimately teaches the reader a greater moral lesson by using a blue collar worker and his family. If you check my page I posted my favorite quote from it! But yes I loved how Medina utilized a blue collar job to create such an impactful story. 15h
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