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nucleardubs's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I went into this book not expecting anything special; I had gotten it at a yard sale last summer, and had simply glanced over the premise. I was pleasantly surprised when I found that I not only enjoyed the writing, but the plot was genuinely incredible and all of the characters were so intricately thought out. I found myself voicing my own opinions on matters in the plot out loud because this book was full of passion and fire. ABSOLUTELY a suggested read!
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Abortion, Racism, and Xenophobia
Minor: Kidnapping
halestorm107's review against another edition
4.0
I think overall it was a great book with an intriguing plot. It was a very simple read..kind of like a TV show you can watch but you don't have to focus too hard, which can be very enjoyable and just what is needed. I think Celeste Ng did a great job with her imagery and unique characters.
taedemreads's review against another edition
5.0
4.5, this was a GoodReads giveaway, thanks to Penguin Random House for the ARC!
Celeste Ng is such a terrific writer, she is quickly turning into a must buy author for me. I will for sure be purchasing a finished copy of this book.
Celeste Ng is such a terrific writer, she is quickly turning into a must buy author for me. I will for sure be purchasing a finished copy of this book.
pazival's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
elisedecuman's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
delphinus's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
steelcutoats's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
tense
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
tiffanie39e8e's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
_fallinglight_'s review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
Graphic: Pregnancy, Infertility, Medical content, and Abortion
Moderate: Classism, Cursing, Toxic relationship, Sexual content, Kidnapping, Fire/Fire injury, Toxic friendship, Ableism, and Abandonment