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madkc4ever's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
This is a book that I wish I had had as a teenager. What a wonderful, inspiring, and a positive role model! I think every teen and young adult (as well as any adult) could take so much from this book. The voice and prose are warm and inviting and like a big hug. As a queer woman myself I felt seen and inspired. I loved every page! Very easy to read as well - it went by so fast!
rac653's review against another edition
5.0
This is a beautifully written memoir about learning to find confidence in yourself, reckoning with your own truth, and realizing how beautiful growing up is, even when it is incredibly painful.
It was so powerful to read a story by someone so incredibly successful, who also happens to be shy and anxious and doesn’t have everything figured out. What an amazing life Karina has already lived, and I am happy that she has used her experiences to grow and learn. I hope to continue reading her stories long into the future.
It was so powerful to read a story by someone so incredibly successful, who also happens to be shy and anxious and doesn’t have everything figured out. What an amazing life Karina has already lived, and I am happy that she has used her experiences to grow and learn. I hope to continue reading her stories long into the future.
davianana's review against another edition
4.0
this one just really hit the spot i can't explain why
molly_dettmann's review against another edition
3.0
This was a really accessible read, the narrative was straightforward for the most part and chapters read quickly. Karina wrote an authentic memoir that I can see many teens relating to. Her messages of self-love are welcome as she dives into really hard things she dealt with growing up and in the figure skating world. A worthy addition to high school collections!
axshrid's review against another edition
5.0
This book made me think about my relationship with figure skating. As a queer female skater I often feel out of place for many reasons. This reminded me that I can create my space in the figure skating world.
autumn_riley05's review
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
As a fellow queer girl in figure skating, this book feels like it was written for me. I came for the skating stories and was genuinely touched by the beauty of Karina’s writing. Such a good read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder