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sofiaamelia's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship and Sexual content
guillevaldata's review against another edition
2.0
André Aciman played dirty, he used the nostalgia to get us all fluffy and teary.
As an emotional being myself, of course was very moved by the end; the reflection in how life is, how precious is time and the things we get (or don’t depending on our decisions).
DESPITE THAT, I won’t forget the first chapter Elio whom had a despicable & twisted mind. *And Oliver..., well, he too*
As an emotional being myself, of course was very moved by the end; the reflection in how life is, how precious is time and the things we get (or don’t depending on our decisions).
DESPITE THAT, I won’t forget the first chapter Elio whom had a despicable & twisted mind. *And Oliver..., well, he too*
channingdae's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Overall, I enjoyed my re-read of Call Me By Your Name. I love the aesthetic of the book and ultimately Elio and Oliver’s love story is heartbreakingly beautiful. I decided to read this while traveling through Spain, because I thought the aesthetic of European summer would enhance my reading experience, but I honestly think that is why I didn’t connect with the book fully. That is why I am giving it four stars. However, the writing is so beautiful and it looks at love in a very raw and thought provoking way. I definitely want to re watch the movie at somepoint soon as well, just for the aesthetic. But overall a great book!
c_mcsweeney's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
andre you freaky lil guy
helenleone's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
relaxing
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
ashleymarkle's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
a classic queer romance novel that takes your soul and rips it out
lesbiangrandpa's review against another edition
4.0
I would like to preface this by saying I think fiction is exactly the right place to engage with the problematic because it’s not real life. Elio and Oliver’s relationship won’t ever sit quite right with me on account of it beginning between a 17 year old and a 24 year old.
That being said, this feels like a truly queer experience. So often queer desire and romance begin and exist in the realm of risk.
The writing is really really beautiful. The rape metaphors are trash though.
I cannot even begin to properly explain how much I would’ve loved to have Elio’s dad as my own when I was coming to terms with my sexuality. One of the most tender and genuine exchanges of dialogue ever.
That being said, this feels like a truly queer experience. So often queer desire and romance begin and exist in the realm of risk.
The writing is really really beautiful. The rape metaphors are trash though.
I cannot even begin to properly explain how much I would’ve loved to have Elio’s dad as my own when I was coming to terms with my sexuality. One of the most tender and genuine exchanges of dialogue ever.