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gdenav's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Death of parent, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Sexual harassment
plumpaperbacks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
4.5
Such a brilliant book!!! I loved Olivia and Toni as soon as I met them, and found certain parts of Olivia deeply relatable. (Name not included, haha.) I loved the vibe of Farmland, and the whirlwind romance, and the emphasis on how music is such a major part of so many people. How it can bring even total strangers together. The only reason I didn’t give this a full five stars was because of Imani. I went back and forth on whether or not I liked her, and there was one scene involving her and Olivia that kinda rubbed me the wrong way. But, that aside, I loved this book, and will certainly be reading more from Leah Johnson in the future. ❤️
Representation
Representation
- Black bisexual protagonist
- Black sapphic protagonist
- Black side characters
- sapphic romance (f/f)
- queer side characters
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Death, Death of parent, and Gun violence
Toni’s dad was killed prior to the story in a gas station store robbery, and Toni was in the car when it happened. It’s implied that she has PTSD, and loud sounds reminiscent of gunshots cause her to have panic attacks.
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