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ollie_again's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
- 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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, and Fatphobia
Moderate: Homophobia
Minor: Religious bigotry and Alcohol
fieldfarmer's review against another edition
emotional
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? Yes
4.25
I loved this book. I would've loved it even more as a teenager because back then finding a fat character with a happy ending was like finding a needle in a haystack, much less a gay one. Felipe's worries about staying with Caio were so personally understood that I felt transported to being an awkward teenager again. I loved slowly seeing pieces of Caio's authentic self come through as we saw Felipe realize the beauty and bravery of being his authentic self. The ending was the perfect coming-back-to-the-beginning ending in my opinion, especially if you start by reading the dedication of the book. Overall, amazing and sweet story that I'm going to cherish for a long time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, and Fatphobia
Moderate: Homophobia
Minor: Emotional abuse
aus10england's review against another edition
emotional
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
5.0
Oh, my heart. Easily the best YA book I've read this year. I regret putting this off as long as I did.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming
Moderate: Bullying and Homophobia
iamcupid_'s review against another edition
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
5.0
this book. wow. this... book.
I've been putting off reading this book because I knew I would like it so I kept waiting for the right time to read it and when's a better time than when it's so hot your sweat is practically gluing you to your chair because the power went out?
First of all, the cover. The beautiful, wonderful, amazing, pretty, gorgeous, eyecatching cover. That was why I was so nervous going into this book, my experience with pretty book covers is that they almost always end up being better than the actual content of the book. But not in this case, oh no, Vitor said what you see is what you get.
Second of all, the poc and queer and fat rep. Need I say more?
Third of all, Felipé, our main character. There's a fine line between relatable and annoying when it comes to fictional characters, especially when they're a teenager. I have no problem with annoying teenage characters because real teenagers really ARE annoying. But you don't want to read about a character who annoys you, do you? But I didn't find myself being annoyed at Felipé. In fact, as someone who is the same age, it felt like I was reading about a friend. Because I picked this up when I'm the same age as the main characters, it became more personal to me. I was laughing, crying, and smiling with him. I just love him very much.
Lastly, everything else. It didn't feel like this book was trying too hard. It was just a story about an insecure and bullied teenager trying to get through life and maybe find some romance along the way. It didn't try to be something else. It was straightforward and I appreciated that. I'm definitely rereading this again soon.
I've been putting off reading this book because I knew I would like it so I kept waiting for the right time to read it and when's a better time than when it's so hot your sweat is practically gluing you to your chair because the power went out?
First of all, the cover. The beautiful, wonderful, amazing, pretty, gorgeous, eyecatching cover. That was why I was so nervous going into this book, my experience with pretty book covers is that they almost always end up being better than the actual content of the book. But not in this case, oh no, Vitor said what you see is what you get.
Second of all, the poc and queer and fat rep. Need I say more?
Third of all, Felipé, our main character. There's a fine line between relatable and annoying when it comes to fictional characters, especially when they're a teenager. I have no problem with annoying teenage characters because real teenagers really ARE annoying. But you don't want to read about a character who annoys you, do you? But I didn't find myself being annoyed at Felipé. In fact, as someone who is the same age, it felt like I was reading about a friend. Because I picked this up when I'm the same age as the main characters, it became more personal to me. I was laughing, crying, and smiling with him. I just love him very much.
Lastly, everything else. It didn't feel like this book was trying too hard. It was just a story about an insecure and bullied teenager trying to get through life and maybe find some romance along the way. It didn't try to be something else. It was straightforward and I appreciated that. I'm definitely rereading this again soon.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Fatphobia, and Homophobia
Moderate: Body shaming
Minor: Alcohol
kirsten_marie's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
3.75
Here The Whole Time was just such a sweet, innocent and heartwarming story wich takes place over the 15 days of winter break. For me it was a little slow, especially in kind of the middle of the book. But it definitely picked up for the ending. I have never read a book like this, with a main character as relatable as Felipe. His character and the romance comforted me in several ways.
Would recommend for anyone in the mood for something cute and relaxing with good representation.
Also, I have never ever read a book with this many movie and book references in my life.
(not a bad thing)
🦩📚
Would recommend for anyone in the mood for something cute and relaxing with good representation.
Also, I have never ever read a book with this many movie and book references in my life.
(not a bad thing)
🦩📚
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, and Fatphobia
Minor: Homophobia, Sexual content, Lesbophobia, and Alcohol
thewordsdevourer's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
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? Yes
3.25
here the whole time is a cute and funny read w/ great rep and a sweet main couple that explores important issues, and i do wish i liked it more but rn the book feels like it's missing a lil sth.
first of all, it's great to have a fat main character like felipe, for all the rep and perspective he brings. his issues, thoughts, and insecurities are painfully relatable, and i feel them all vicariously thru him, so familiar they are. as for the characters, i esp enjoy felipe's refreshing relationship w/ his mom, the will-they-wont-they w/ caio, and the unique, mildly chaotic vibe of those 3 tgt. various issues like fatphobia, homophobia, and bodyshaming presented are also nuanced, and serve as a good reminder that everyone has their own issues, no matter how great their life seems to be.
it's a shame, therefore, that i feel like this book's missing sth; just some spark that could elevate it to a whole other level. i think the book should've been at least a lil longer, as the ending - though not wholly abrupt - feels too quick still; an "after" chapter wouldve been great. and although the novel's an enjoyable enough read, i feel it has even more potential left unlocked from many possible plot points and threads introduced yet not fully explored, like eddie from the community center or caio w/ his family. rn it seems like many scenes are shown but not utilized enough.
w/ a cute romance, funny moments, and good exploration of some serious issues, this is a nice queer read that nevertheless has its flaws.
first of all, it's great to have a fat main character like felipe, for all the rep and perspective he brings. his issues, thoughts, and insecurities are painfully relatable, and i feel them all vicariously thru him, so familiar they are. as for the characters, i esp enjoy felipe's refreshing relationship w/ his mom, the will-they-wont-they w/ caio, and the unique, mildly chaotic vibe of those 3 tgt. various issues like fatphobia, homophobia, and bodyshaming presented are also nuanced, and serve as a good reminder that everyone has their own issues, no matter how great their life seems to be.
it's a shame, therefore, that i feel like this book's missing sth; just some spark that could elevate it to a whole other level. i think the book should've been at least a lil longer, as the ending - though not wholly abrupt - feels too quick still; an "after" chapter wouldve been great. and although the novel's an enjoyable enough read, i feel it has even more potential left unlocked from many possible plot points and threads introduced yet not fully explored, like eddie from the community center or caio w/ his family. rn it seems like many scenes are shown but not utilized enough.
w/ a cute romance, funny moments, and good exploration of some serious issues, this is a nice queer read that nevertheless has its flaws.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia and Homophobia
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, and Lesbophobia
charliedezeeuw's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming and Bullying
wrenhartjacobs's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
5.0
This book is absolutely adorable. I great exploration of self-acceptance in love in one of the most awkward time of someone’s life.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Fatphobia, Homophobia, and Lesbophobia
itshardizzy's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Fatphobia, Hate crime, and Homophobia
menomica's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
Eu ADOREI esse livro. Foi muito light-hearted carinhoso e amei os personagens. Gostei de como foi um livro para os adolescentes, então tudo foi bem low-stakes. A mãe de Felipe era incrível (provavelmente ela era minha favorita). E o desenvolvimento da relação entre Felipe e Caio? Fofo demais! Também, acho que esse foi o único livro que eu li que teve um bom psicólogo.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, and Fatphobia
Minor: Homophobia