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thestickwitch's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- 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
4.25
I found it a good read. I think I liked Cafe Con Lychee better but this was still really good. If you have teens or know any teens looking for a cute (non spicy obviously) LGBTQIA+ romance book I would definitely recommend Emery Lee and their books. It’s a got a little drama. Some cute moments. And ways to find ones self and acceptance.
wendy_06's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.5
pagesofash's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Transphobia, Vomit, and Alcohol
Minor: Bullying, Racism, and Suicide attempt
kaisbooknook's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-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
3.75
vtlism's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Cute book, slightly annoying main character (what's with everyone rolling their eyes all the time? I save mine for special occasions) but he's supposed to be 16 so I guess that tracks. Overall a light, hopeful mind candy of a book that left me feeling better than before.
mariannes's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- 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
3.75
luna_with_love's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 rounded up to 5/5
This review will contain minor spoilers because in order to talk about my completely honest feelings I need to talk about both of the love interests and their relationships with Noah.
I only have one issue with this book and it has nothing to do with the quality of this amazing novel, just my own personal triggers related to gaslighting and manipulation. The scenes with Drew were very difficult for me to read due to a personal history of dealing with gaslighting so those sections were a challenge to get through and almost made me DNF the book. So if you are someone with similar triggers, that is something to be aware of when picking up this book.
While this book was a challenge for me, I’m happy there is this representation of manipulative relationships in a YA book that are portrayed as unhealthy. This is a relationship I needed to see as a teen, to know how sometimes what you think is what you dream of is actually hurting you more.
Now, when I tell you all of it was worth it for Devin, oh my god it was worth it. The second we got to see more of em I was in this to the end. I adore Devin as a character so much. E’s such wonderful representation in gender discovery and this book feels so safe to be any kind of trans because of em and Noah.
It’s funny that this book contained one of the hardest characters and relationships for me to read as well as one of the best. Devin is the enby representation that young queer kids need and the message of love and trans love of this book is such a light. Also the diversity and representation? Stellar. The story goes in a different direction than originally expected but that is for the better because the story we do get and the message we receive is everything we need our teens and even our adults to read.
This review will contain minor spoilers because in order to talk about my completely honest feelings I need to talk about both of the love interests and their relationships with Noah.
I only have one issue with this book and it has nothing to do with the quality of this amazing novel, just my own personal triggers related to gaslighting and manipulation. The scenes with Drew were very difficult for me to read due to a personal history of dealing with gaslighting so those sections were a challenge to get through and almost made me DNF the book. So if you are someone with similar triggers, that is something to be aware of when picking up this book.
While this book was a challenge for me, I’m happy there is this representation of manipulative relationships in a YA book that are portrayed as unhealthy. This is a relationship I needed to see as a teen, to know how sometimes what you think is what you dream of is actually hurting you more.
Now, when I tell you all of it was worth it for Devin, oh my god it was worth it. The second we got to see more of em I was in this to the end. I adore Devin as a character so much. E’s such wonderful representation in gender discovery and this book feels so safe to be any kind of trans because of em and Noah.
It’s funny that this book contained one of the hardest characters and relationships for me to read as well as one of the best. Devin is the enby representation that young queer kids need and the message of love and trans love of this book is such a light. Also the diversity and representation? Stellar. The story goes in a different direction than originally expected but that is for the better because the story we do get and the message we receive is everything we need our teens and even our adults to read.
bookymac95's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- 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
4.0