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paperbacksandsnacks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It was so tragic but as with most tragic things there was such beauty within it. The characters were so well fleshed out. Archers back story… every time they flashed back I was crying. Honestly I was crying for a lot of the book.. I think the message of this book about how everyone needs a friend and to give people a chance is such an important one. Archer is mute but people have isolated him his whole life and thought he was a freak just for being different. All that resulted in was a loss on their side because they didn’t get to know such a smart and determined person. His character progression was gorgeous and done so well. The innocence that Archer has is portrayed wonderfully. As a man who has grown up in one house without interacting with anyone but his uncle he has a lot to learn and figure out. And Mia wrote that exploration incredibly.
And then we have Bree. A girl looking for a distraction who ends up finding a home. The things she does for Archer and the way she brings him out of his shell, honestly what a human. Especially as she’s also in the process of trying to rediscover and heal after her own traumatic event.
The supporting, older members of town were also so fun to read about. The way both Archer and Bree came together with their mutual trauma and lack of family was so sad but also they were able to utilise all they’d been through to help each other. I’ve never met a book with so much trauma and heartache, that was also filled with such love and unwavering support.
This book was way more than romance. There was big family drama and mysteries, friendship. Small town drama. And a lot of beautiful lessons. The writing was stunning and honestly, I started this book before bed. It’s currently 4.15am and I am writing this review after reading the book in one very sleepless sitting. I could not put it down. Pacing isn’t even fast. But it’s just addictive and gripping. I was laying in bed sobbing. I loved it. And truly that’s the best thing I can say about it. Fate is a beautiful thing, and I think we could all stand to believe in it a little more.
BRB. I’m going to go and wish on a dandelion.
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Medical content, Grief, Car accident, and Death of parent
josoko's review
- Strong character development? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Gun violence, Sexual assault, Car accident, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Cancer, Grief, and Pregnancy
Minor: Drug abuse
thechaoticreader_'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
Moderate: Alcoholism, Sexual content, Car accident, and Death of parent
Minor: Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Sexual assault, Grief, and Medical trauma
betweenbooksandkitsch's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, Infidelity, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Violence, Vomit, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Murder, and Abandonment
vettechmama3's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Gun violence, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, and Medical trauma
Minor: Drug abuse, Blood, Car accident, and Pregnancy
khucc'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
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Sexual content, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Addiction, Domestic abuse, and Drug abuse
Minor: Cursing, Pregnancy, and Alcohol
antidietleah's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Graphic: Alcoholism, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Grief, Medical trauma, Car accident, Death of parent, Murder, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cursing
katto06'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
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But why did Mia have to include “ilu” in their texts?? that was the only thing i actually cringed at.
Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Mental illness, Sexual content, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Murder, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Medical content, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
nzmonica's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Chronic illness, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Grief and Alcohol
Minor: Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Violence, and Stalking
luna_lovelace's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I stayed up late last night because I could not put it down. I am usually wary of viral books, but this book deserves it. This book will have you giggling with hope and crying for justice.
There are a lot of heavy subjects that Bree and Archer have to deal with which makes my heart ache for them. They found each other at a vulnerable time in their lives and they each gave each other space to heal and learn how to trust again while still allowing feelings to develop.
I despised Victoria, she was cruel to a CHILD.
When you think history will repeat itself,
Truly a beautifully written story with raw moments that will leave Bree and Archer in your thoughts after finishing the book.
Graphic: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Grief, Death of parent, and Murder
Moderate: Bullying, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Medical content, and Car accident
Minor: Cancer, Cursing, Rape, Terminal illness, Violence, Pregnancy, and Alcohol