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eve_ward's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 Stars
A thoroughly enjoyable read!! The characters really made this one, every single one was three dimensional and written in a way you couldn’t help but support. This book managed to be relatable in so many ways, I couldn’t help but sympathise with characters I got it . I wish I could have given this a 4 Stars because, while I did find it wholly enjoyable, I felt as though it lacked a little bit of charm. I’m not entirely sure where it went wrong (well not wrong but missed the mark a tad) but it was noticeably there.
One thing that I would like to mention and congratulate the author on is the way she incorporated social media and fandom culture into this book. I know how easy it is to get wrong, how cringe it is when it’s done wrong. But I really have to give it to her, I thought the representation felt true and it kept me engaged. Not once did I have to look away in embarrassment.
Overall, a really fun book.
Side note: all of those excerpts from Marcus’ scripts were bloody hilarious and I was so happy to see their inclusion!!
A thoroughly enjoyable read!! The characters really made this one, every single one was three dimensional and written in a way you couldn’t help but support. This book managed to be relatable in so many ways, I couldn’t help but sympathise with characters I got it . I wish I could have given this a 4 Stars because, while I did find it wholly enjoyable, I felt as though it lacked a little bit of charm. I’m not entirely sure where it went wrong (well not wrong but missed the mark a tad) but it was noticeably there.
One thing that I would like to mention and congratulate the author on is the way she incorporated social media and fandom culture into this book. I know how easy it is to get wrong, how cringe it is when it’s done wrong. But I really have to give it to her, I thought the representation felt true and it kept me engaged. Not once did I have to look away in embarrassment.
Overall, a really fun book.
Side note: all of those excerpts from Marcus’ scripts were bloody hilarious and I was so happy to see their inclusion!!
spaceykate's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book MUCH more than other “published fanfic” style pieces. The core “show” being something Greco-Roman mythology related was entertaining as hell, the positive messaging laced with delicate handling of body/brain shaming conflicts was communicated well, and I legit cackled at the reveal at the end of who was sharing the scripts.
clarebell23's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
maggiegrizzy's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
3.75
hammock_and_read's review against another edition
4.0
aghhh loved this one!! I'm loving Dade and is becoming a favorite!
Overall, 4 stars and 4 steam
Overall, 4 stars and 4 steam
a_rash_read's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
witsabouther's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
emilyb_chicago's review against another edition
3.0
A light fun romance with a lot of spice. I enjoyed the healthy relationship modeling and Dade’s confident handling of body image and body shape portrayal. The fan fiction element with online friendships brought a You’ve Got Mail vibe to the story that I am always a sucker for.