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bi_n_large's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fatphobia, Emotional abuse, Body shaming, Physical abuse, Ableism, and Self harm
Minor: Sexual assault, Violence, and Sexual harassment
kcbookshelf's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book is something special. I think I preferred Spoiler Alert on the whole but I definitely felt like there were more messages and more moments where I was proud of the characters. The personal development of both Alex and Lauren was deep, emotional, and heartwarming! The only reason I didn’t give it the full 5 stars was because there was a bit, around their sex scenes I guess, that it felt like it dipped. The sex scenes were good, didn’t take away anything from the story, but I was definitely at a point where I was ready for the two of them to start wrapping up their story, but I knew I still had a good hundred pages left. That said, I tabbed quite a bit for a romance novel and I wouldn’t definitely recommend to everyone!
The best way for me to describe it is that it is special, honest, and worthy!
I don’t know too much about ADHD but I felt like the representation was just. Alex’s character was full of energy but also you felt the pain, understood the other symptoms, could figure out his train of thought. It was truly well-rounded. Then to have a character that has dealt with abuse at her work place, ultimately getting burnt out, whilst also having dealt with comments about her appearance from people throughout her whole life… it was refreshing for them to both be proud of themselves, to know what’s best for their bodies (even if they don’t always stick to it) and to discuss that with one another. Granted, there are complications, but it was lovely to see their “flaws” (as they would be in a lot of other books) not be flaws at all. They were simply a part of them, part of their personality, part of their drive. And it wasn’t a huge part of the plot either, it aided it perfectly!
The conversations of body image, abuse, domestic abuse, ADHD, fat phobia, mental health, and struggling friendships were dealt with with heart, care and still remained lighthearted.
By the end I felt warm, comforted, and proud. Both of the fictional characters and the real characters in my life (myself, my friends, my family) who have dealt with similar things. It has left me with an outlook that I already had but now understand ways to word it and deal with it.
From your shrewish sister from another mister…
BIG HARPY ENERGY FOREVER
The best way for me to describe it is that it is special, honest, and worthy!
I don’t know too much about ADHD but I felt like the representation was just. Alex’s character was full of energy but also you felt the pain, understood the other symptoms, could figure out his train of thought. It was truly well-rounded. Then to have a character that has dealt with abuse at her work place, ultimately getting burnt out, whilst also having dealt with comments about her appearance from people throughout her whole life… it was refreshing for them to both be proud of themselves, to know what’s best for their bodies (even if they don’t always stick to it) and to discuss that with one another. Granted, there are complications, but it was lovely to see their “flaws” (as they would be in a lot of other books) not be flaws at all. They were simply a part of them, part of their personality, part of their drive. And it wasn’t a huge part of the plot either, it aided it perfectly!
The conversations of body image, abuse, domestic abuse, ADHD, fat phobia, mental health, and struggling friendships were dealt with with heart, care and still remained lighthearted.
By the end I felt warm, comforted, and proud. Both of the fictional characters and the real characters in my life (myself, my friends, my family) who have dealt with similar things. It has left me with an outlook that I already had but now understand ways to word it and deal with it.
From your shrewish sister from another mister…
BIG HARPY ENERGY FOREVER
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Bullying, Misogyny, Domestic abuse, Medical trauma, Body shaming, and Mental illness
librarybookscene's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fatphobia, Sexual content, Body shaming, Bullying, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Domestic abuse and Physical abuse
taliabasma's review
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I enjoyed this a lot. I will say I haven’t read spoiler alert in a while so the timeline didn’t really set in for me until 40% through. And 50% in felt like the climax but obviously not since there was still half the book left. That being said, I loved the characters and the growth we see from them as the two fall in love.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Fatphobia
Minor: Emotional abuse
paulasnotsosecretdiary's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
All the Feels by Olivia Dade tells the story of two individuals who are more than their appearances and societal labels. Alex appears to have it all - wealth, fame, talent - but he navigates the world with ADHD. His good intentions and desire to protect people land him in some hot water and Lauren becomes his minder. Unconventional looking by impossible entertainment industry standards, Lauren struggles with being heard by the world, especially her family, and the challenges of navigating a world designed for thin people. As they spend time together, Lauren realizes how smart and kind Alex is, and Alex recognizes that Lauren experiences self-doubt in ways that mirror his own life. Both characters are on a journey to discover their next chapter after Alex has a PR disaster and Lauren burns out from her health care job. Together, they build a relationship and work toward a fulfilling life absent the approval of others. The story touches upon themes of self-esteem, the destructive pressure to appear "perfect," abuse within families, and silencing those foolish voices in our heads. Readers will love the opposites attract/only one-bed tropes.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Fatphobia, Gaslighting, Bullying, Abandonment, and Body shaming
mmalone's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse
sydneywhite's review
challenging
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Fatphobia
readerette's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This was a darling story, a new favorite of mine in the romance genre, and far superior to the quality of Spoiler Alert from my perspective. The characters are likeable and well drawn, and the love story is believable and touching. I found the sex scenes not to my personal taste but can't dock the story for that since that's just my own preferences. Highly recommended, especially if you like fanfic and hated the final seasons of GoT. 😏
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, and Cursing
Minor: Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Violence, and Vomit
le3713's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book has all of the delightful tropes of your typical romance novel, but handles serious topics and emotional depth well. A very enjoyable continuation of the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, and Sexual content
Moderate: Domestic abuse
Minor: Bullying
ashley_a_reads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Body shaming, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Mental illness, Sexual content, and Violence