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tnemelce's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
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
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Biphobia, Car accident, Abandonment, Alcohol, Homophobia, and Medical content
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Mental illness
tea_leaves's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is 403 pages of tooth rotting fluff. It’s written similarity to fan fiction and it’s so adorable not to mention it’s fairly realistic. The beginning is a bit quick, but it didn’t bother me too much because cuz I LOVE THEM.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical trauma
Moderate: Homophobia
Minor: Car accident, Suicidal thoughts, Child abuse, Abandonment, and Racism
elwirax's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Was this the most believable or well written novel I've ever read? Absolutely not. Was it fun, easy and a good escape? Indeed it was.
It touched well on topics like homophobia (internal and external) in sports and toxic masculinity. There was strong communication in this book which is sometimes rare in romance books and the fact that hateful speech was always pointed out and held accountable was great. The side characters (while not as developed as they could've been) were wonderful. I also liked how the conversations/ information surrounding seizures, service dogs and anxiety disorders was introduced.
However, I thought that Eli deserved better characterisation. It's mentioned that he's a figure skater but never speaks about his ambitions or shows any of his practices which makes him seem rather flat . I feel like a lot of his character was set up as a support for Alex's character and he was more of a secondary character rather than the main narrator. There's nothing wrong with pure fluff (in fact it's sometimes well needed) but I would've wanted just a bit more tension, angst and conflict so that the world/ character building weren't so flat/ insubstantial. While the romance was sweet and respectful, it happened rather fast ( in the first few pages type of fast) and reinforced the shallow worldbuilding due to it being the sole focus. The structure and pacing of this book was also a wee bit off as at times as it jumped from POV to POV without warning, yet this wasn't too jarring as a whole.
Overall, I thought this was lovely, not perfect but sweet nonetheless.
It touched well on topics like homophobia (internal and external) in sports and toxic masculinity. There was strong communication in this book which is sometimes rare in romance books and the fact that hateful speech was always pointed out and held accountable was great. The side characters (while not as developed as they could've been) were wonderful. I also liked how the conversations/ information surrounding seizures, service dogs and anxiety disorders was introduced.
However, I thought that Eli deserved better characterisation. It's mentioned that he's a figure skater but never speaks about his ambitions or shows any of his practices which makes him seem rather flat . I feel like a lot of his character was set up as a support for Alex's character and he was more of a secondary character rather than the main narrator. There's nothing wrong with pure fluff (in fact it's sometimes well needed) but I would've wanted just a bit more tension, angst and conflict so that the world/ character building weren't so flat/ insubstantial. While the romance was sweet and respectful, it happened rather fast ( in the first few pages type of fast) and reinforced the shallow worldbuilding due to it being the sole focus. The structure and pacing of this book was also a wee bit off as at times as it jumped from POV to POV without warning, yet this wasn't too jarring as a whole.
Overall, I thought this was lovely, not perfect but sweet nonetheless.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia
Moderate: Abandonment and Mental illness
Minor: Car accident
fanboyriot's review
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
5.0
Yep, absolutely loved this book—just everything about it was lovely. The characters were detailed and very lovable–Jeff and the best soft bro, Kuzy need to be protected at all costs. Hawk and Bells were the best too. I loved how Abuela was so wholesome.
Eli and Alex were so cute and had such a lovable dynamic. The banter, the softness, the honesty, just everything. It was such a healthy relationship and I adore them so much. Eli excitedly telling people how they met while Alex is in the background like: "do we really need to tell people that" will never get old.
Not to mention the acknowledgements page, I think that was the best one I've read. I love fanfiction so much and it's nice to see others with the same appreciation. Such a great book and I'm so happy I read it.
Idiots in Love
Mental Health Rep
Healthy Relationship
Gay Hockey Romance
Wholesome Friendships
(Third Person POV)
Eli and Alex were so cute and had such a lovable dynamic. The banter, the softness, the honesty, just everything. It was such a healthy relationship and I adore them so much. Eli excitedly telling people how they met while Alex is in the background like: "do we really need to tell people that" will never get old.
Not to mention the acknowledgements page, I think that was the best one I've read. I love fanfiction so much and it's nice to see others with the same appreciation. Such a great book and I'm so happy I read it.
Idiots in Love
Mental Health Rep
Healthy Relationship
Gay Hockey Romance
Wholesome Friendships
(Third Person POV)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness
Moderate: Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, and Cursing
Minor: Ableism, Blood, Alcohol, Abandonment, Car accident, Injury/Injury detail, Suicide attempt, Classism, Medical content, and Suicide
tragicgloom's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Chronic illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Homophobia
Moderate: Medical content
Minor: Classism, Abandonment, Car accident, Racism, and Ableism
kristynpittman's review against another edition
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness
Moderate: Medical content, Abandonment, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Car accident, Ableism, and Alcohol
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