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matildegomes's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Gaslighting, and Physical abuse
writingcaia's review
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-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? No
4.25
The beginning was the hardest to overcome. It’s very hard for me to relate to the main character in most of the book, but I recognise the validity and honesty of the story and her reactions/feelings.
Abuse comes in many forms, some harder than others, here we have an exploration of the most manipulative and insidious one, in my opinion, and it was hard to stomach.
Abuse comes in many forms, some harder than others, here we have an exploration of the most manipulative and insidious one, in my opinion, and it was hard to stomach.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Panic attacks/disorders, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Rape and Sexual violence
rbacon's review
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Sexual assault, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Rape
buddy_2303's review
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship
josoko's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Rape, Toxic relationship, Sexual assault, Gaslighting, and Sexual violence
hylian_narwhal's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Rape, Toxic relationship, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Panic attacks/disorders, and Grief
kimseokjinschild's review
emotional
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The books discusses important topics like abuse, trauma, love and friendship.
💫I could feel the characters emotions through the books and envision scenes...made me emotional.
💫You could feel the main lead character development through her journey to recovery
💫Easy to read
📈I kinda lost interest in some parts especially the beginning..but became hooked midway.
💫I could feel the characters emotions through the books and envision scenes...made me emotional.
💫You could feel the main lead character development through her journey to recovery
💫Easy to read
📈I kinda lost interest in some parts especially the beginning..but became hooked midway.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Rape, Emotional abuse, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Sexual assault
toni_'s review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Very powerful and inspiring.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Rape, and Toxic relationship
kimmmy's review
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Oh boy. I never thought a YA novel would hit differently in my almost late 20s phase. There are not enough words to encapsulate what I truly felt about this book. I wish I had read this when I was a teenager, not because I could completely relate to Amelie, but because it would have prepared me for the warning signs and red flags in a relationship.
In a nutshell, TPICIP is extremely upsetting and traumatizing, yet an eye-opening book. It's written in a flashback narrative with a delicate prose and inner monologue of the protagonist that pierced my heart. This book covers sensitive topics, including public breakdowns and debunking the misconception that crying is a sign of weakness. It emphasizes the effects of abuse in all forms, stages of grief, the significance of asking for professional help, having a strong support system, setting boundaries, and learning to trust our guts.
As much as I'm annoyed with Reese, I'd like to focus more on Amelie. She reminded me of those stubborn friends wherein you would say, "Kahit ilang beses mo iuntog sa pader, masyadong matibay ang suot na helmet." Sounds familiar? We Filipinos know this as a joke when someone isn't thinking rationally. No matter how many times you make some sense, it won't work because her thoughts are clouded. She fell hard until she hit rock bottom, but the imaginary helmet she was wearing was so sturdy that it didn't break. No one is an expert on the subject of love, but what is love anyway? Obviously, it isn't controlling, manipulating, or gaslighting. It doesn't take you for granted. And it's not love when you constantly cry. (Srsly, are you dating an onion?)
Despite the push-pull cycle, Amelie found the road to recovery and reclaiming herself. It was indeed a long and excruciating process, but one that was necessary and worth it. I felt light and free by the end, like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders and a wave of relief washed over me.
Whether it's young girls or adult women, this book applies to anyone who is confined to toxic relationships. To those who fall into a trap and are blinded by obsession, thinking what they have is one great love. There are real-life Amelies, and if you're one of them, I hope you muster up the courage to walk away from people and relationships you don't deserve. When you feel something is wrong, don't ignore your guts, because if you don't end the cycle, then who will? And if you're a Reese, seriously, you need some help!
Hands down to Holly Bourne for having the guts to write this phenomenal book. It's so underrated! It's one that I'll forever remember and treasure. That ending was a chef's kiss! I couldn't ask for a better ending. I'm torn in between recommending this and not. But pls, pls consider the tw first before diving in. I couldn't help but think of Taylor's and Olivia's songs while reading.
A deeply affecting and powerful novel, The Places I've Cried in Public appears to be shallow and immature in the beginning, but it is an in-depth analysis of how and why toxic relationships work, and more importantly, how to end a vicious cycle.
In a nutshell, TPICIP is extremely upsetting and traumatizing, yet an eye-opening book. It's written in a flashback narrative with a delicate prose and inner monologue of the protagonist that pierced my heart. This book covers sensitive topics, including public breakdowns and debunking the misconception that crying is a sign of weakness. It emphasizes the effects of abuse in all forms, stages of grief, the significance of asking for professional help, having a strong support system, setting boundaries, and learning to trust our guts.
As much as I'm annoyed with Reese, I'd like to focus more on Amelie. She reminded me of those stubborn friends wherein you would say, "Kahit ilang beses mo iuntog sa pader, masyadong matibay ang suot na helmet." Sounds familiar? We Filipinos know this as a joke when someone isn't thinking rationally. No matter how many times you make some sense, it won't work because her thoughts are clouded. She fell hard until she hit rock bottom, but the imaginary helmet she was wearing was so sturdy that it didn't break. No one is an expert on the subject of love, but what is love anyway? Obviously, it isn't controlling, manipulating, or gaslighting. It doesn't take you for granted. And it's not love when you constantly cry. (Srsly, are you dating an onion?)
Despite the push-pull cycle, Amelie found the road to recovery and reclaiming herself. It was indeed a long and excruciating process, but one that was necessary and worth it. I felt light and free by the end, like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders and a wave of relief washed over me.
Whether it's young girls or adult women, this book applies to anyone who is confined to toxic relationships. To those who fall into a trap and are blinded by obsession, thinking what they have is one great love. There are real-life Amelies, and if you're one of them, I hope you muster up the courage to walk away from people and relationships you don't deserve. When you feel something is wrong, don't ignore your guts, because if you don't end the cycle, then who will? And if you're a Reese, seriously, you need some help!
Hands down to Holly Bourne for having the guts to write this phenomenal book. It's so underrated! It's one that I'll forever remember and treasure. That ending was a chef's kiss! I couldn't ask for a better ending. I'm torn in between recommending this and not. But pls, pls consider the tw first before diving in. I couldn't help but think of Taylor's and Olivia's songs while reading.
A deeply affecting and powerful novel, The Places I've Cried in Public appears to be shallow and immature in the beginning, but it is an in-depth analysis of how and why toxic relationships work, and more importantly, how to end a vicious cycle.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Physical abuse, Rape, and Toxic relationship
lyla_wicks's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
i thought that this book was a very important and necessary read, and it battled many issues that are so prevalent in many people’s lives. it acts as a lesson for many young people about not only navigating teen life but dealing with so many serious topics. i did however find it a bit boring at some parts and didn’t find the characters to be particularly likeable.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship