Reviews tagging 'Panic attacks/disorders'

The Christmas Swap by Talia Samuels

2 reviews

a_libra_library's review against another edition

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Margot's story was amazing and I loved it so much. Elli's story...no yuck I couldn't stand her or her POV for the first 50% 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Sexual content, Panic attacks/disorders, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, and Domestic abuse

dominiq_ec's review

emotional funny lighthearted fast-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

LOVE! I’m embarrassed to say this is my first adult sapphic romance novel, and for the first time in a while, I felt that everyone in this novel handled conflict appropriately. Boundaries were respected, space was given, and all involved parties were as transparent as they could be. And I loved that this novel wasn’t about identity. It truly was about finding/creating a social circle, which was refreshing. I have hopes that the Gibson parents will lessen their perfectionist stress on their kids. 

Also, I called Grandpa Mo’s black pony mystery, Mitsi’s not-so-immaculate conception, and

Roberta/Bobbi coming back

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My favorite characters were Ellie AND Margot, Grandpa Mo, and Ben! I’ll fist fight Taylor and day, any time :)

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Dementia, Panic attacks/disorders, Emotional abuse, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Abandonment and Gaslighting

Minor: Alcohol