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jade_daly's review against another edition
2.0
DNF
This was disappointing as I loved the first book. However, I found Anna K: Away boring. Period. I started caring less and less for the characters as time went on. Originally I enjoyed all the characters and seeing them again, although as time went on, I started caring less and less. First I lost interest in Bea, then Lolly and Steven, Natalia, Anna and finally lost interest in Kimmie and Dustin. Disappointing because Dustin was my favourite character in the first book. Bea's storyline just felt boring, which is a shame as it was sapphic. Lolly and Steven followed the same predictable cheating storylines that have been present since the first novel. I just felt no attachment to Natalia as she felt like an outsider in the first book, meaning my interest in her was already slim. I was interested in Anna at first, as the premise of going to an international boarding school as a way to cope was endearing, although it quickly delved into typical drama and miscommunication. After I lost interest in everyone except Kimmie and Dustin, it was only inevitable I had to put the book down. I'm sure I'd enjoy their storyline if the others were well written, although this was not the case. Pretty disappointing from one of my favourite books.
This was disappointing as I loved the first book. However, I found Anna K: Away boring. Period. I started caring less and less for the characters as time went on. Originally I enjoyed all the characters and seeing them again, although as time went on, I started caring less and less. First I lost interest in Bea, then Lolly and Steven, Natalia, Anna and finally lost interest in Kimmie and Dustin. Disappointing because Dustin was my favourite character in the first book. Bea's storyline just felt boring, which is a shame as it was sapphic. Lolly and Steven followed the same predictable cheating storylines that have been present since the first novel. I just felt no attachment to Natalia as she felt like an outsider in the first book, meaning my interest in her was already slim. I was interested in Anna at first, as the premise of going to an international boarding school as a way to cope was endearing, although it quickly delved into typical drama and miscommunication. After I lost interest in everyone except Kimmie and Dustin, it was only inevitable I had to put the book down. I'm sure I'd enjoy their storyline if the others were well written, although this was not the case. Pretty disappointing from one of my favourite books.
chloena's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
shannon_um325's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
1.0
rgarcia92's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-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
3.0
kimiloughlin's review against another edition
4.0
Jenny Lee's Anna K and Anna K: Away are both highly entertaining, silly novels that are my definition of escapism. By premise alone, neither are books that excite me but then after a few minutes, I am hooked. I love that Jenny Lee can pull me in even when I am doubtful at the start. Part of it may be Jenna Ushkowitz' brilliant narration... elevating the sass to the max in a way that draws you in and cringe at the same time. There is something spectacular about this adaptation that can entertain those who like the high-drama Anna Karenina (honestly, I would have never used "high-drama" to describe it since I've never read but after Anna K, it is now the only way I can see it) and those that have no interest in the classic whatsoever. In her sequel, Jenny Lee continues her spectacular cast of characters in their shenanigans. Full of Crazy Rich Asians and Gossip Girl vibes, it has slightly less plot but much more character and relationship development. If you need a few hours of total crazy and yet endearing characters living lives that most people can only imagine, this is for you!
mlm7's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
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
3.75
I was a bit underwhelmed by the sequel; I just found a lot of the plot points to be unbelievable! Still a fun read though
mpweller's review against another edition
5.0
Content warnings for any actual teenagers in my opinion, but this was such a fun and wild book! Perfect for fans of Gossip Girl or similar storylines. A wonderful sequel to Anna K, with a perfect ending!
tashtuck's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
mariareadsbooksalot's review against another edition
5.0
Is it possible that I liked this better than the first