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chelle22's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Cultural appropriation, Death, Sexual content, Death of parent, Suicide, Terminal illness, Abandonment, Alcohol, Grief, Pregnancy, Cancer, Violence, Abortion, Cursing, Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
kelseyanne13's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The MMC is a kind and considerate and deeply loving man who still blunders and yet there is so much forgiveness between them and toward other characters.
I loved it, I cried, I smiled, I wish I could read it again for the first time.
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Rape, Pregnancy, and Sexual assault
ksolesby's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Sexual assault, Pregnancy, and Rape
larareads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Sexual violence, Death, Sexual assault, Terminal illness, Death of parent, Child death, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Abortion, Grief, and Cancer
Minor: Violence and Car accident
kmayn227's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Moderate: Rape and Pregnancy
kimveach's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Cancer, Alcohol, Emotional abuse, Forced institutionalization, Death, Grief, Pregnancy, Sexual content, Rape, Sexual assault, Terminal illness, Confinement, Classism, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual violence, and Suicidal thoughts
wellreadmegs's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
So many heavy topics covered in this book but also how brave and incredible these characters are. The entire book revolves around the topic of forgiveness. For the victims, for the families of the victims, for the perpetrator. So many people are affected by this one act. Even 8 years later, this book shows the fallout of that. But when the dust settles how do you move on? How do you live your life?
This book featured so many layers. I loved hearing from both Jacob & Sara's perspectives. There was so much hurt and so much love in this book - I loved how realistic it was. The author mentioned in her notes at the end of the book that she likes writing bittersweet endings &. I think in this scenario she did it justice. The author did mention she had written a letter from Sara to Birdie that would have tied things up nicely but decided to leave it out. As much as I am curious to read it I am satisfied with the ending - although a little too abrupt for my liking.
I would have also loved to read Hosea's letter to Sarah but it almost felt too intimate for the readers to hear since Hosea only ever spoke in Poetry. Speaking of poetry, I think it worked in this book. I don't love reading it but the way it was weaved into the story and text was beautiful even if I didn't fully understand it. I simply cannot recommend this book enough, especially for a debut author. I cannot wait to read her next one!
Moderate: Rape and Sexual assault
Minor: Suicide, Pregnancy, and Rape
bookdragonkatie's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Grief, Cancer, Terminal illness, Rape, Death of parent, and Death
Moderate: Sexual assault, Medical content, Pregnancy, and Child death
Minor: Suicide
thecandiegirl's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Cancer, Classism, Rape, Ableism, Medical content, Sexual content, Cursing, and Grief
Minor: Pregnancy and Alcohol
arbramirez's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Terminal illness, Classism, and Cancer
Moderate: Sexual content, Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, Sexual violence, Rape, and Grief
Minor: Abortion, Alcohol, and Pregnancy