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pointeshoebookworm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
I'm also highly intrigued how this segues into the second book. Given the current ending ... it seems even more implausible.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Toxic friendship, Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Eating disorder, Gaslighting, Cultural appropriation, and Fatphobia
Minor: Homophobia, Mental illness, Grief, Stalking, Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
chloe_23's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Moderate: Violence, Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Torture, Toxic friendship, and Body shaming
Minor: Death of parent, Death, Cursing, Mental illness, and Fatphobia
miss__manga__'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Rating 3.75
2023 reread review: I really like the almost effortless worldbuilding, though I still wish we had seen more of the other trainees (JinJoo was just... existing...). The writing did feel a little inconsistent at times (especially when Candace was using slang like shooketh - I have no issues with slang or the words chosen, but they were very sporadic).
I would have also liked to have seen the theme of feminism being a bit more developed, same with friendly rivalries amongst the girls. I hope these are expanded on in the sequel, which I plan to read soon.
In my reading journal, I've updated this to a 4 star rating, but since it's not that different to my original rating, I'm leaving it there.
Moderate: Body shaming and Bullying
Minor: Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, Stalking, Toxic relationship, Eating disorder, Injury/Injury detail, and Mental illness
pvbobrien's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Graphic: Fatphobia, Body shaming, and Bullying
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, and Eating disorder
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Mental illness, Self harm, Stalking, and Suicide
bookstagramrepresent's review against another edition
- 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
It is so much funnier than I expected. I really love Candace’s voice through out her journey as a trainee. I really appreciated the realistic portrayal of her relationship with her traditional parents. I could relate so hard to that struggle to find common ground and still want to be your own person.
I’m excited to grab a finished copy! A must read for anyone who love that kpop life!
There are a few content warnings that should be noted before reading this book for eating disorders and mental health issues.
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Eating disorder