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izzys_internet_bookshelf's review
3.0
3.5/5
I really enjoyed the characters in this book, but I wish there was more to the plot in a way.
I really enjoyed the characters in this book, but I wish there was more to the plot in a way.
sleepysncring's review
i dont like reading books with bug focus on homophobia it makes me feel icky😔 also i read some reviews and...... ermmmm i just dont know i think i am better off not reading this book for now😁
lissa_bee's review
emotional
inspiring
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
4.75
rainbowbookworm's review
4.0
Nazemian won me over with [b:Like a Love Story|40190305|Like a Love Story|Abdi Nazemian|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1539389171l/40190305._SY75_.jpg|62368799], which was perfect. It was because of this that and the fact that the description gave me [b:The Secret History|29044|The Secret History|Donna Tartt|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1451554846l/29044._SY75_.jpg|221359] vibes that I decided to give this book about entitled teens a chance. I'm glad I did. Though the teens start of appearing immature and vapid, the characters are well-developed and their storylines had me invested in the book's resolution.
This is probably a 3.5, but I decided to round up.
This is probably a 3.5, but I decided to round up.
reykohl's review
4.0
I absolutely love the story and the message of the book. The writing is amazing and there are so many quotes that are so impactful. Every time Douglas talked, it was like wisdom was being imparted on me— a little cheesy sometimes, but nonetheless important
It’s not a super plot heavy book, very character oriented. Which is something I love on a book so I enjoyed that.
This would be 5 stars, there are a few things that bothered me:
**Kind of spoiler:****** the Ramin and Freddy part was pointless. Ramin’s crush on him, and the one kiss did not need to happen and had no impact on the book. It was literally never talked about again.
It was also a little slow, and if i wasnt in dire need of this exact kind of book, I probably wouldn’t have gotten through it
That being said this was an amazing book. I annotated the shit out of it, and I only do that if a book hits me right.
It’s not a super plot heavy book, very character oriented. Which is something I love on a book so I enjoyed that.
This would be 5 stars, there are a few things that bothered me:
**Kind of spoiler:****** the Ramin and Freddy part was pointless. Ramin’s crush on him, and the one kiss did not need to happen and had no impact on the book. It was literally never talked about again.
It was also a little slow, and if i wasnt in dire need of this exact kind of book, I probably wouldn’t have gotten through it
That being said this was an amazing book. I annotated the shit out of it, and I only do that if a book hits me right.
tess_aliterarybuff's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-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
4.0
annamickreads's review
4.0
"The Chandler Legacies" follows a group of young adults coming of age at a prestigious boarding school. Throughout the story, the readers learn about instances of hazing and harassment perpetuated by both fellow students and professors alike that affects the main characters. The decisions and the decisions of those around them ultimately come to a head when the main characters decide to take action, despite their initial hesitation and fear of retaliation.
I appreciated how the alternating POVs were utilized to reveal details about the story that paralleled or even overlapped with other characters. It's also clear to me that the story's meaning and plot is very personal to the author, and I think bringing hazing and bullying outside of a college context is important for the public eye (especially because in a college context it's mostly within the realm of fraternity/sororities).
While I do wish the readers had learned more about the consequences the antagonists of the book faced (trying to keep things spoiler-free here), I also understand that much like real life, sometimes especially in privileged places, those who deserve to be held accountable for their actions don't always end up that way.
I appreciated how the alternating POVs were utilized to reveal details about the story that paralleled or even overlapped with other characters. It's also clear to me that the story's meaning and plot is very personal to the author, and I think bringing hazing and bullying outside of a college context is important for the public eye (especially because in a college context it's mostly within the realm of fraternity/sororities).
While I do wish the readers had learned more about the consequences the antagonists of the book faced (trying to keep things spoiler-free here), I also understand that much like real life, sometimes especially in privileged places, those who deserve to be held accountable for their actions don't always end up that way.
apollolovesyou's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
milanatsi's review
4.0
it was pretty good. the book talked about dark topics and there’s a trigger warning in the beginning before you read it