Alebrijes

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this free eARC in exchange for my honest review.
I was attracted by the dystopian element of the book (well, the cover got my attention first). The story intrigued me right away, and I quickly found myself rooting for the brother and sister. The portrayal of poverty and suppression is vivid and detailed, creating a setting that really pulls you in. The book intertwines themes of identity, heritage, and environmental challenges, offering us readers a lot to think about. However, I found myself wanting a bit more depth on some of these topics—especially the history behind the oppression faced by the Cascabeles. While pieces of the backstory were scattered here and there, they didn't always give enough context to fully grasp what happened. Additionally, some characters showed intriguing complexity but felt absent from the story until specific plot points required them.
Overall, I'd definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys thought-provoking dystopian stories with relevant and important themes.