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enid815's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed the interaction between the main characters. It dragged for me a little in the middle but I loved that the end was not what was expected. It really shows how someone can come into your life and make a huge impact in a positive way. I loved how they helped each other even though it seemed as if only one really needed to be helped.
mariapatrickwrites's review
emotional
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Infertility, Suicide, and Infidelity
arielmartia07's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
4.25
spregasaur94's review against another edition
5.0
This book feels so human and placed me right in Tallie and Emmett’s world - cozy, dark, vulnerable. It does the hard work of letting us in on the pain they both experience for different reasons while highlighting hope and goodness in the world. It reminds us how important authentic relationships are to our own healing. And it highlights the personal, emotional, physical, and mental toll that systemic & institutionalized racism has on individual’s lives. The language and imagery is palpable and the story profound. I absolutely recommend!
lastpaige111's review against another edition
4.0
Couldn't put it down. Loved the characters. Found the organization a bit off ... so much disclosed about our mystery guy all at once! Also had to suspend disbelief quite a bit in more than one element of the narrative. Was delighted by the conclusion, although the resolution was a bit rapid. Nevertheless, it's departure from formula was very refreshing.
slicciardi's review against another edition
3.0
This was fine. It started off strong and then fell off towards the end.
heavenlyhalflatina's review
dark
emotional
informative
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
5.0
sharky08's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
debsather's review against another edition
4.0
I finished this a few days ago, but wasn't sure on my rating. I am giving it 3.5 rounded up to 4. This book was very sad. Parts of it got a little long and wordy, but overall I liked the characters and the story.
christeezyreads's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5