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4.0 AVERAGE
4.0 AVERAGE
I'm not really into romance novels but this was good! I like short stories, especially when they are interlinked. It was nice to see each individual writer's writing style. I honestly want to read more from all of these authors.
This YA novel is follows 6 stories during a blackout in NYC. I did enjoy the different representation, we didn't just see 6 black straight couples, there was LQBTQ+ representation as well. My favorite story was the one written by Nic Stone.
I did have to keep reminding myself that the characters were kids. Some of them were so annoying but they're teenagers so they'll be annoying to me. I usually find characters in YA romance novels almost unbearable but will look past it because I kind of expect teens to be like that in real life about love.
All in all, it was a cute story and quick read!
This YA novel is follows 6 stories during a blackout in NYC. I did enjoy the different representation, we didn't just see 6 black straight couples, there was LQBTQ+ representation as well. My favorite story was the one written by Nic Stone.
I did have to keep reminding myself that the characters were kids. Some of them were so annoying but they're teenagers so they'll be annoying to me. I usually find characters in YA romance novels almost unbearable but will look past it because I kind of expect teens to be like that in real life about love.
All in all, it was a cute story and quick read!
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
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:
No
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
A wonderful short story collection about a group of black teens in Brooklyn during a city wide blackout - really enjoyable and lighthearted stories!
hopeful
lighthearted
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:
No
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
I love this book. Anthology series whether it is a book, movie, or series has a special place in my heart. This book has everything: representation, drama, growth, love (LOTS of it), diversity of bipoc (black, jamaican, puerto rican, hatian), queer (gay, lesbian, etc), cultural representation is food, music, people, such interesting characters that remind me of me and so many others in my life. Different from the stereotypes and assumptions made about black people diving more into who we are. Our passion for music, literature, expression, becoming our own, bonding with the ones we love, and changes in our lives. Young adult novels just connect to my deepest spirit. I was lucky enough to attend the Whiteout book tour (my first ever book tour) I was disappointed it only lasted an hour and a half due to flight conflicts. Hoping to get both books soon. Sharing with everyone I can who loves books to check this one out. All the couples reminded me of me and what I would like for myself.
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I absolutely loved this adorable collection of love stories. I have yet to read anything by the authors here so I was so happy to literally fall in love with each of them.
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
a simple and easy to read collection of short stories that gently intersect, due to sharing an event/location.
it definitely reads as a book for teenagers.
it mildly explores the complexity of friendships/relationships including but not limited to: exploring attractions, coming out, miscommunication, trust, growing apart, love triangles, and more.
i could have moved this to my dnf shelf about 40% through. but i was encouraged to finish it so i tried to give it a chance.
honestly though, i could have skipped it.
it definitely reads as a book for teenagers.
it mildly explores the complexity of friendships/relationships including but not limited to: exploring attractions, coming out, miscommunication, trust, growing apart, love triangles, and more.
i could have moved this to my dnf shelf about 40% through. but i was encouraged to finish it so i tried to give it a chance.
honestly though, i could have skipped it.
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No