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signe_vejbjerg's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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? No
3.5
fofana98's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.25
pajaka13's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Homophobia
ameserole's review against another edition
4.0
I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
While still living in a pandemic, thank you COVID, I thought it was high time to dive into Together, Apart. I feel like now was way better for me instead of when I actually received the eARC. Mostly because I laughed so hard since I've basically lived through some of this already. Especially when we got to the plant chapters.
I actually took a screenshot from my phone and sent it to my sister, the plant killer. She wasn't thrilled and said that they are probably dying from my dark energy. Which may or may not be true.. but I don't go near the plants and they don't go near me. So I'm fully blaming her for killing the plants in our condo. So many plant victims.
Plus she killed my cactus.
Other than that one story, all the other ones had their own unique awkwardness and cuteness. I was actually surprised with so many characters finding a new love or friendship during this hard time. I'm sure that has actually happened throughout the world. Not for me because I barely leave the house and when I do.. I hope to never run into anyone I know because I'm on a mission. Get stuff and go back into my bubble and be safe.
Not sure what the world will be like once we can go back to being normal full time but I'm also not in a rush to do so. Thriving in the hermit life with my books.
While still living in a pandemic, thank you COVID, I thought it was high time to dive into Together, Apart. I feel like now was way better for me instead of when I actually received the eARC. Mostly because I laughed so hard since I've basically lived through some of this already. Especially when we got to the plant chapters.
I actually took a screenshot from my phone and sent it to my sister, the plant killer. She wasn't thrilled and said that they are probably dying from my dark energy. Which may or may not be true.. but I don't go near the plants and they don't go near me. So I'm fully blaming her for killing the plants in our condo. So many plant victims.
Plus she killed my cactus.
Other than that one story, all the other ones had their own unique awkwardness and cuteness. I was actually surprised with so many characters finding a new love or friendship during this hard time. I'm sure that has actually happened throughout the world. Not for me because I barely leave the house and when I do.. I hope to never run into anyone I know because I'm on a mission. Get stuff and go back into my bubble and be safe.
Not sure what the world will be like once we can go back to being normal full time but I'm also not in a rush to do so. Thriving in the hermit life with my books.
amybookss's review against another edition
3.0
this was cute! i especially liked the pizza guy story and the neighbour, some of the others weren’t as good but overall a sweet collection of short stories
terranovanz's review against another edition
3.0
A mixed bag of decent and a bit silly and schmaltzy love stories between isolated teens in lockdown. Some like The Green Thumb War by Brittney Morris were charming and clever but others like Stuck With Her by Rachel Lippincott were just annoying. The Socially Distant Dog-Walking Brigade by Bill Konigsberg was my favourite.
guessgreenleaf's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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: Pandemic/Epidemic and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Homophobia
mango123's review against another edition
3.0
Since this book was a compilation of short stories, I figured I'd rate each story separately using the Goodreads rating system.
1. Love, Delivered by Erin Craig: 2.5/5
2. The Socially Distanced Dog-Walking Brigade by Bill Konigsberg: 4.5/5
3. One Day by Sajni Patel: 2/5
4. The Rules of Comedy by Auriane Desombre: 2/5
5. The New Boy Next Door by Natasha Preston: 3/5
6. Love with a Side of Fortune by Jennifer Yen: 3/5
7. The Green Thumb War by Brittney Morris: 2/5
8. Stuck with Her by Rachael Lippincott: 2/5
9. Masked by Erin Hahn: 3/5
Overall, I enjoyed this compilation. I especially liked how whoever organized this made sure to include diverse authors and diverse stories.
1. Love, Delivered by Erin Craig: 2.5/5
2. The Socially Distanced Dog-Walking Brigade by Bill Konigsberg: 4.5/5
3. One Day by Sajni Patel: 2/5
4. The Rules of Comedy by Auriane Desombre: 2/5
5. The New Boy Next Door by Natasha Preston: 3/5
6. Love with a Side of Fortune by Jennifer Yen: 3/5
7. The Green Thumb War by Brittney Morris: 2/5
8. Stuck with Her by Rachael Lippincott: 2/5
9. Masked by Erin Hahn: 3/5
Overall, I enjoyed this compilation. I especially liked how whoever organized this made sure to include diverse authors and diverse stories.
harperv28's review against another edition
4.0
A great book of short stories about finding love during COVID and quarantine. Even if you already have someone it brings hope that there are people finding each other and love during this trying time.
rachelwrites007's review against another edition
4.0
*Thanks to Netgalley and Random House Children's for the opportunity to read Together, Apart*
This was adorable! I enjoyed reading the stories here, and have a particular soft spot for Jennifer Yen's story. I'm off to see what else she has written! This will be a nice addition to the library's short story collection section, especially as they are all lighter reads and what everyone seems to be interested in reading these days (rom com!).
This was adorable! I enjoyed reading the stories here, and have a particular soft spot for Jennifer Yen's story. I'm off to see what else she has written! This will be a nice addition to the library's short story collection section, especially as they are all lighter reads and what everyone seems to be interested in reading these days (rom com!).