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espiargrant's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
There were a few cute moments that I liked, but overall, I felt a bit disappointed with this one. The first and second halves of the book felt like two completely different stories. The first was essentially The Geography Club, but with a few too many characters for any of them to be well-developed in such a short book. And then those characters disappear for the second half, seemingly inspired by The Adjustment Bureau, where we're suddenly introduced to new characters that are likewise undeveloped. The plot was poorly executed and extremely rushed at the end. And although the discussions of the queer community seem well-intended, I felt that some of the themes that were touched on were handled a bit clumsily and weren't as informed or nuanced as they should have been. Don't get me wrong, there's still a lot to like about this book, like the cute, quirky characters, the banter, and the awkward jokes. I just wish the book had lived up to its full potential.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Kidnapping
Minor: Homophobia
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