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deelisch's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
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? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide attempt and Suicide
gbrolsma16's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
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
4.75
I loved this book so much. It was a random one I grabbed off the shelf in the library to tide me over until my waiting list books were ready and I’m so glad I picked it. The character development is so thoughtful and done with care. I fell in love with the characters and their story. The depiction of mental health, the struggles that come with it, and the difference that a strong support network and meaningful work in your life can make was powerful. I laughed, I smirked, I cried (kind of a lot at one point). I haven’t loved a book this much since my last TJR book, and that’s hard to beat.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Car accident, Panic attacks/disorders, and Death of parent
Minor: Cancer
spinningjenny's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
relaxing
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
3.5
laconsstorynook's review against another edition
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
mousereader's review
sad
2.0
Overall I didn't like it, not my vibe - way too sad for me. But I can see why some people would like and why it's an important book to exist.
mk_meow's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
2🌶️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Suicide, and Car accident
Moderate: Cancer, Death of parent, Terminal illness, and Suicide attempt
michellebridges's review
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
4.75
firedew's review
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
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
4.5
fulare's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
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
4.0
This book did a really good job showing the thoughts of a character with anxiety/depression. It really resonated with me. I absolutely adored the first 2/3 of the book. Last 1/3, I lost some interest. The plot didn't feel quite right to me and maybe a bit hurried? I'm happy with how it ended but I really wish we saw more of the MCs together rather than them dealing with things keeping them apart. I also feel mixed about adding in Ewan POV. I think that detracted from being immersed in Isla's anxious headspace. However, it was good to read how he was responding to her and just how much she was overthinking/misinterpreting some things. If only for how Isla was portrayed, I would recommend this book.
september_red's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
slow-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
In the last 40% of the book, I started keeping a cry count. It eventually proved useless because I sobbed for two chapters straight. 10/10