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Greta and Valdin by Rebecca K Reilly

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withlivjones's review

emotional funny 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

4.0

I liked the exploration of different kinds of love - romantic, platonic, especially familial. Every member of Greta and Valdin’s family has a unique character and I loved reading about their messy backstories and relationships. The narrative voice was very fun to read as well, I imagine an experience similar to reading the transcript of a very long stand-up set (take that as you will). However, throughout the book I felt a little like something was missing, and I can’t quite put my finger on what - it’s kind of like there were inside jokes in the book that I wasn’t privy to. Overall, though, a fun and endearing read.

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bookedbymadeline's review against another edition

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emotional funny reflective relaxing medium-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

5.0

I read Greta and Valdin by Rebecca K Reilly for a buddy read and had so much fun! I started reading this on Everand and 4 chapters in I already wanted to buy my own copy so I can highlight all the amazing lines and moments of humor/relatability (but will be waiting until the paperback release) ☺️

I love learning about the family’s history and their relationships with one another! The characters felt so real and relatable. There were humorous moments but also moments of vulnerability and heartache. The book had me laughing out loud and also wanting to hug G and V 🩷 Also the characters were complex and flawed so I loved their journey of growing/finding themselves.

I related a lot to both MCs with their anxious overthinking and literal thinking. The anxiety and OCD rep was really well done; it made the characters feel even more realistic. The novel is all vibes no plot and felt like you were becoming part of their family, getting a glimpse into their daily lives and problems! I can’t wait to see what Reilly writes next 😍

Rep: Māori author and MCs, Gay MC and side character, Lesbian MC, Bi Side character/love interest, anxiety, OCD, queer and autistic author

“This book is for hot autistic people, people from the city, people who have been mistaken for a different ethnicity, queer and trans people who are tired of being strong and just want to do jokes, tall girls, and haters” I loved this from the acknowledgments

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shaleen64's review against another edition

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challenging emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

4.0

This book is queer to its core and evokes such a varied range of emotions.

The relationships whether platonic, romantic or familial are complicated and endearing, even though we essentially follow them through the most mundane of activities.

I don’t usually enjoy a book that lacks a plot but the characters are so brilliant, and there’s so much humour whilst also touching on really important subjects it really doesn’t matter. A triumph for representation and a joy to read.

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chris_reads's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

4.5

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sadhbh2525's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful 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

4.75

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lettuce_read's review against another edition

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4.5

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aileron's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

4.0

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shaun_dh's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful 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

5.0

This book is one of my new favs of all time. I laughed, cried, screamed, pleaded—all out loud. This book is everything. I hate that I can’t read it for the first time ever again. I am so deeply invested in every single character and I would do many unsavory things to be a part of this family. I feel like there’s no words I can use to describe this book that will do it justice, it’s just…perfect

It’s a warm hug, a witty retort, a ready ear, and a sturdy shoulder to cry on that pairs well with overthinking everything and drunk texting your ex

I cannot wait to read it again

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caseythereader's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted 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? No

4.0

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rainbowrachel's review against another edition

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emotional funny medium-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

3.5

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