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mirandakyes's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I really liked it while reading it, but after sitting with it for a while I realized it wasn't perfect. It reminds me of Eleanor and Park in terms of writing style and tone--kind of dark, cynical, with bits of hope thrown in. The plot wasn't super present because the book mainly focused on the developing friendship and romance between Sam and Penny, so there wasn't a big story arc and the main conflict was a little bit underwhelming. But the writing and romance definitely made up for it in my opinion.
I've heard people say they didn't like the main character and I can definitely understand that, though I did like her. She's just a bit "high maintenance" I guess? But I liked that about her because it was kind of presented through her anxiety and anti-social tendencies as opposed to her just being annoying. I liked her love interest, Sam, though his personal storylines were pretty unexpected since they were not mentioned in the description at all but played a pretty big part in the book.
All together, the main conflict was pretty avoidable and the plot was basically just the two MCs becoming friends and then getting together (with some personal storylines on both their ends that didn't exactly add up to a culmination of everything at the end, they just kind of got resolved). But I did actually like it while I was reading because I relate to the characters and enjoyed their relationship.
I've heard people say they didn't like the main character and I can definitely understand that, though I did like her. She's just a bit "high maintenance" I guess? But I liked that about her because it was kind of presented through her anxiety and anti-social tendencies as opposed to her just being annoying. I liked her love interest, Sam, though his personal storylines were pretty unexpected since they were not mentioned in the description at all but played a pretty big part in the book.
All together, the main conflict was pretty avoidable and the plot was basically just the two MCs becoming friends and then getting together (with some personal storylines on both their ends that didn't exactly add up to a culmination of everything at the end, they just kind of got resolved). But I did actually like it while I was reading because I relate to the characters and enjoyed their relationship.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism
Minor: Rape
jijireads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? Yes
3.5
This book was so cute! No spoilers but the humor, the development, and the texting was just perfect. You really feel like you know the characters inside out by the end of the book so the ending feels so natural. The character interactions are realistic and relatable. If you enjoy emotional slow burns, it’s a must read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Sexual assault
Moderate: Drug abuse
Minor: Drug use and Sexual content
lenavejar's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
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
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape and Alcohol
Minor: Blood, Drug use, Pregnancy, and Racism
theklutzybibliophile's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Rape and Sexual assault
Minor: Racism
savylikestoread's review against another edition
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Alcoholism
sabrinagisele's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders
abby271's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape
riddle's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Racism, and Rape
Minor: Miscarriage
rogueraden's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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? Yes
3.75
Was a little slow and confusing at times, but I loved the dynamic the two had.
It felt real, like this is something that could happen in real life. It made it feel so refreshing- not only did it feel like something that could happen, it was wrapped up nicely in a YA romance bow. And I loved it.
It felt real, like this is something that could happen in real life. It made it feel so refreshing- not only did it feel like something that could happen, it was wrapped up nicely in a YA romance bow. And I loved it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
bookedbymadeline's review against another edition
emotional
funny
relaxing
sad
fast-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Pregnancy, Body shaming, Dysphoria, and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Alcoholism
Minor: Miscarriage, Racism, and Bullying