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holliesatchell'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? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Gun violence, Violence, Murder, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, and Cursing
Moderate: Car accident, Death, Medical content, Abortion, Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual violence, Pedophilia, Pregnancy, Rape, and Sexual assault
Minor: Vomit
goddaniiit's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I'm also a sucker for the found family troupe. So, seeing Nora and Wes banter all throughout was very enjoyable to read about. As I also like some angst sprinkled along, the aftermath of their break-up was handled really well especially with how great of a middle-man Wes played during Truth for Truth between Nora and Iris. Speaking of Iris, Her chaotic energy truly brings me life.
As curious as I am for a sequel (since the resolution made it seem like that was a possibility and I would love to see more of Lee if I'm being honest), I also wouldn't mind if it just stayed as a standalone. It works either way - as the reader sees how far Nora has grown as a character when comes to a conclusion about her identity and how her trauma doesn't define who she is.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Violence, Physical abuse, and Gun violence
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Murder, and Death
Minor: Pregnancy, Sexual assault, Abortion, Alcoholism, and Panic attacks/disorders
jillianeubauer'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? Yes
4.25
My favorite part of the story was the last sentence “My name is Nora”. This is perfection *chefs kiss* 🤌🏻 Words can’t describe my thoughts right now! She found herself in the midst of a hostage situation, and Nora had to find a way to come to terms with the big feelings that she had.
I also like the entirety of the last chapter when Nora and Abby talked about love. It’s a smack in the face to see the disregard that Abby had for Nora but also realistic in the sense that Mothers and Daughters always seem to have a division in their relationship.
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail and Violence
Moderate: Physical abuse and Sexual harassment
Minor: Pregnancy
addyisnothere'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? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Murder, Torture, and Vomit
Moderate: Child abuse and Domestic abuse
Minor: Rape, Abortion, and Pregnancy
aliciawhatsthestory'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? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Blood, Gun violence, Violence, Bullying, Domestic abuse, Gaslighting, Sexual violence, Physical abuse, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Abortion, Fire/Fire injury, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail, Pedophilia, and Death
Minor: Rape
samanthadale1066'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? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Physical abuse, Pregnancy, Rape, Pedophilia, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Gun violence, Abortion, and Sexual violence
biiianca's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, and Sexual assault
Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, Pedophilia, and Pregnancy
vidya_is_vidya's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
PLEASE check the trigger warnings before reading this book
i adore nora, and wes, and iris. i love how the author wrote each of the characters in such a way where you could understand what they’re like
at no point did i know where the novel was going, but i enjoyed every second of it
Graphic: Death, Fire/Fire injury, Toxic relationship, Blood, Murder, Violence, Gaslighting, Gun violence, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, and Child abuse
Minor: Abortion, Sexual harassment, Pregnancy, and Vomit
there are a lot of tws in this book, i really advise you to read themcapybooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Despite all of this, I really liked a lot of aspects of this story; the LGBTQ+ representation, endometriosis awareness, and an intriguing protagonist. The opening sentence was gripping too!
A great read.
Graphic: Abandonment, Ableism, Abortion, Blood, Death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Gore, Gun violence, Kidnapping, Misogyny, Pregnancy, Domestic abuse, Pedophilia, Child abuse, Confinement, Cursing, and Alcohol
krhe's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Trata varios temas complicados, y sí bien algunos fueron un poco yikes, uno de los temas más jodidos se trató desde el respeto y la suficiente distancia como para no volverse catalizador traumático. Que teniendo en cuenta el historial, está bien no ser gráficos.
Tiene un ritmo como raruno, y algo me olía sobre cómo iba a desarrollarse el argumento desde bastante pronto. Y acerté con el último twist de los capítulos finales.
El final me ha dejado un poco ñeh tho.
Moderate: Misogyny, Physical abuse, Pregnancy, Sexual assault, Violence, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual violence, Abortion, Body shaming, Domestic abuse, Kidnapping, Mental illness, Pedophilia, and Rape