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blewballoon's review
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
4.0
This was exactly what I hoped it would be based on the premise. I love the original Emma, and this queer retelling was a lovely way to capture that story in a modern setting. It sort of reminded me of Heartstopper. So, if you like Jane Austen and you like Alice Oseman, you'll probably like this as well.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Death of parent, Mental illness, and Grief
Minor: Blood, Homophobia, Medical content, Body shaming, and Sexual content
betweentheshelves's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0
I actually don't think I've ever read a Jane Austen novel, somehow, even though I do have two literature degrees. I mean, I concentrated in children's literature so perhaps that makes sense, but I did have to take classes outside of that! Including Victorian lit. But still. Somehow, Austen has never crossed my path.
But anyway, even without knowing the original, this was just an overall fun time. Not that it doesn't deal with some deeper, more serious themes like grief, anxiety, and mental health, but it does so with Rosen's signature style. A lot of the tone in this one reminded me of [book:Jack of Hearts|35442720], so if you like that book, you'll probably enjoy this one! Honestly, if you enjoy any of Rosen's YA works, it's a safe bet you'll enjoy Emmett.
The characters were pretty well-rounded in this one, and the way the romance played out was definitely very rom-com-esque. I did feel like the relationship at the end felt a little rushed, with a little bit of a quick turnaround in how Emmett feels about dating as a teenager in general. But it's a short book, so everything happened very fast in general.
All in all, if you enjoy queer retellings of classics, definitely pick this one up!
But anyway, even without knowing the original, this was just an overall fun time. Not that it doesn't deal with some deeper, more serious themes like grief, anxiety, and mental health, but it does so with Rosen's signature style. A lot of the tone in this one reminded me of [book:Jack of Hearts|35442720], so if you like that book, you'll probably enjoy this one! Honestly, if you enjoy any of Rosen's YA works, it's a safe bet you'll enjoy Emmett.
The characters were pretty well-rounded in this one, and the way the romance played out was definitely very rom-com-esque. I did feel like the relationship at the end felt a little rushed, with a little bit of a quick turnaround in how Emmett feels about dating as a teenager in general. But it's a short book, so everything happened very fast in general.
All in all, if you enjoy queer retellings of classics, definitely pick this one up!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Body shaming, and Mental illness
Moderate: Cancer, Death of parent, and Ableism
Minor: Acephobia/Arophobia, Cursing, and Sexual content
micaelacccc's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming and Grief
Moderate: Sexual content
katievallin's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Alcohol, Grief, and Mental illness
Moderate: Death of parent, Cancer, and Terminal illness
Minor: Cursing, Sexual content, and Acephobia/Arophobia
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