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latindino_cat's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
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
5.0
himalaya's review against another edition
3.0
Tbh picked this up soley because it's a YA contemporary with a sapphic demisexual MC, which is a specific niche I don't know if there are any more of.
It's cute, and has some good characters! but both the writing and the messaging is very young feeling. it feels like MG. but I went into it knowing that and just kinda read it as MG, even through the references to them being 16ish... I definitely think this kind of book is important for younger readers, especially re: book banning, but I do think there could have been more complexity added, idk
It's cute, and has some good characters! but both the writing and the messaging is very young feeling. it feels like MG. but I went into it knowing that and just kinda read it as MG, even through the references to them being 16ish... I definitely think this kind of book is important for younger readers, especially re: book banning, but I do think there could have been more complexity added, idk
powisamy's review against another edition
RTC
I was a massive fan of the first book and this one is no exception.
I loved the focus on pride and the hopeful nature of the book although Lucy still does tackle the subject of burn out, something which I definitely experienced as a teenager but had no idea about. I, therefore, connected so much to Olivia as a character and sympathised with her. I also liked that the book gave voices to a lot of different pride voices in the book but especially asexuality, especially demisexuality, which definitely needs to be explored more.
I also loved the rest of the new additions to the book in terms of characters and I love the rest of the Paper & Hearts gang, especially Ed, and it was interesting to see how this linked into school life.
Basically, I really enjoyed it and everyone should always read with pride!
I was a massive fan of the first book and this one is no exception.
I loved the focus on pride and the hopeful nature of the book although Lucy still does tackle the subject of burn out, something which I definitely experienced as a teenager but had no idea about. I, therefore, connected so much to Olivia as a character and sympathised with her. I also liked that the book gave voices to a lot of different pride voices in the book but especially asexuality, especially demisexuality, which definitely needs to be explored more.
I also loved the rest of the new additions to the book in terms of characters and I love the rest of the Paper & Hearts gang, especially Ed, and it was interesting to see how this linked into school life.
Basically, I really enjoyed it and everyone should always read with pride!
bevpages's review against another edition
3.0
*3.5 stars
this book was just so cute, I do enjoy following these band of book lovers. Again this book really enforces how important it is to see your own representation in the books we read because some people that is the only place they can really see themselves - through other characters!
this book was just so cute, I do enjoy following these band of book lovers. Again this book really enforces how important it is to see your own representation in the books we read because some people that is the only place they can really see themselves - through other characters!
adeslibrary's review against another edition
3.0
3,5: the book tackles important topics and it was fun, but I'm not a fan of olivia so it made the reading a bit annoying sometimes
linaherondale's review against another edition
4.0
This book felt like a big warm hug. Just like book 1 of The Paper & Hearts Society, this book made me feel seen and understood. I am so happy this series exists and I cannot wait to read Ed's book!
faemorgan's review against another edition
5.0
I've found another book that has made me tear up, but for once they are happy tears. I absolutely adored and enjoyed this book from start to finish. Now, yes, I realise this is the second book in the Paper & Heart Society series, but I didn't realise it until I started reading it (and my library doesn't have the first book either.) The first book is going on my TBR 100%, after typing this.
The characters were so well created, the relationships were amazing and the representation was off the scale. I have to admit that I did grin and occasionally squeal every time a book that I've read came up like "Heartstopper", "Out of the Blue" and "A Quiet Kind of Thunder".
I am definitely planning on purchasing a copy for myself when I finally get the book space and money to do so. (Really upset that I have to return this to the library.)
The characters were so well created, the relationships were amazing and the representation was off the scale. I have to admit that I did grin and occasionally squeal every time a book that I've read came up like "Heartstopper", "Out of the Blue" and "A Quiet Kind of Thunder".
I am definitely planning on purchasing a copy for myself when I finally get the book space and money to do so. (Really upset that I have to return this to the library.)
booksandlemonsquash's review against another edition
3.0
I somehow completely missed that this was following a different main character, and it was actually really nice to follow Olivia this time.
Read with Pride covers reactions to a school cutting down on the availability of books and marking LGBTQ+ books, but also looks at taking on too much and burning out, which I thought was a nice touch.
I did miss spending quite as much time with the Paper and Hearts Society, but the newer Read with Pride crew are so lovely. And Olivia gives a slightly different take on life to Tabby. She comes across as organised but that quickly works to overwhelmed. As someone who burned out a couple of times in school, I completely understand this! However, when reading about it, it seemed quite sudden. I get that taking on RWP is a lot more, but it all happened quite fast with her school work struggling so much too, and I think a little more context and build-up would have been good.
I did love their campaign, even if it felt a little too easy for them to get success! Obviously it's not, and we do see this a little, but I would have liked to see a little more backlash, or demonstrate some of the timescales involved - I think it actually covered more time than it felt like.
We also get a love amount of LGBTQ+ rep, obviously. Olivia and Cassie are adorable, even when they're struggling, they have quite good communication in the end. And I loved the range of stories we get through the RWP campaign, which is such a lovely touch.
All in, this is a lovely story but not as deep as it could be. I still recommend it, as it's so uplifting. 3 stars.
Read with Pride covers reactions to a school cutting down on the availability of books and marking LGBTQ+ books, but also looks at taking on too much and burning out, which I thought was a nice touch.
I did miss spending quite as much time with the Paper and Hearts Society, but the newer Read with Pride crew are so lovely. And Olivia gives a slightly different take on life to Tabby. She comes across as organised but that quickly works to overwhelmed. As someone who burned out a couple of times in school, I completely understand this! However, when reading about it, it seemed quite sudden. I get that taking on RWP is a lot more, but it all happened quite fast with her school work struggling so much too, and I think a little more context and build-up would have been good.
I did love their campaign, even if it felt a little too easy for them to get success! Obviously it's not, and we do see this a little, but I would have liked to see a little more backlash, or demonstrate some of the timescales involved - I think it actually covered more time than it felt like.
We also get a love amount of LGBTQ+ rep, obviously. Olivia and Cassie are adorable, even when they're struggling, they have quite good communication in the end. And I loved the range of stories we get through the RWP campaign, which is such a lovely touch.
All in, this is a lovely story but not as deep as it could be. I still recommend it, as it's so uplifting. 3 stars.
simbarabbit20's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
5.0
This is the second book in the series and it’s just as amazing as the first. Would highly recommend it to people. It has lesser known identities and that’s exciting. I love that it was from Olivia’s point of view.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia, Biphobia, and Acephobia/Arophobia
Moderate: Mental illness
lauralovesowls's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
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