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4.28 AVERAGE
4.28 AVERAGE
From the start, I did not like Wren. I realized quickly he was the type of personality I would never get along with so reading from his POV was a struggle. His reasons for hating Leo are so weak and petty that it sounds like reasons a child would give for not liking someone, not a 17 year old. Beyond that, the story was so unsurprising and the events were boring. I felt like I was reading an episode of a high school show that lacked originality. The ease of the Buddy app just agreeing to the dance was weird for me and the way Leo cares so much about it. I just don’t understand. Also the infatuation so early on with the “anonymous” Buddy Boy. It seemed so out of place as none of their conversation was very “get to know me” or deep in anyway. I told myself I would give it until about half way and if I till felt the same i would stop. Maybe this book gets better but I don’t see how it could and I’m not sticking around to find out.
funny
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I was hesitant to read this because I read about 50% of Aces Wild and DNF it. So when I started this and Wren was kind of an asshole to characters who were genuinely nice, I did not have high hopes. Don't get me wrong, I love snark, sass, and banter, but it needs to be mutual or reciprocated? Luckily, it turned out Wren is a jerk with a goodish heart 😆 The character growth and communication throughout this story was fabulous. I found myself both chuckling and tearing up at points, and it ended up being a really cute read. One of my favorite aspects was the dynamic between Wren and his best friend Ryan. They may not tell each other everything, but they definitely have each other's backs ❤️
TW: recent loss of a parent from cancer, family member with cancer (different character)
TW: recent loss of a parent from cancer, family member with cancer (different character)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Death of parent
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
Secret identities and love squares are my jam, and I love how the foreshadowing paid off. Also, I appreciated the thoughtful exploration of living through grief.
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
emotional
funny
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
adventurous
challenging
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
AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA I LOVED THIS FREAKING BOOK SO MUCH ❤️❤️
Amanda Dewitt just knows how to WRITE ‘EM Y’ALL.
Wren was so wry and stubborn and heartfelt and hurting and wonderful and so caring. god, i just loved watching his journey from shut down and being afraid to live to choosing himself and putting things on the line to make him happier.
and the fact that he’s ace but not aro is so !!!!
because they don’t always go hand-in-hand and it’s important to have that rep !!!!
Leo is so freaking cute and tall and just exactly what Wren needs !!!! it takes a certain something to be able to poke at someone in a way that always makes them think and always has a good response. idk what that means but hopefully you get what i’m trying to say LOLOLOL
anyway this book is perfect and i was giggling and kicking my FEET the WHOLE time. please read it. ❤️
Amanda Dewitt just knows how to WRITE ‘EM Y’ALL.
Wren was so wry and stubborn and heartfelt and hurting and wonderful and so caring. god, i just loved watching his journey from shut down and being afraid to live to choosing himself and putting things on the line to make him happier.
and the fact that he’s ace but not aro is so !!!!
because they don’t always go hand-in-hand and it’s important to have that rep !!!!
Leo is so freaking cute and tall and just exactly what Wren needs !!!! it takes a certain something to be able to poke at someone in a way that always makes them think and always has a good response. idk what that means but hopefully you get what i’m trying to say LOLOLOL
anyway this book is perfect and i was giggling and kicking my FEET the WHOLE time. please read it. ❤️
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
inspiring
relaxing
slow-paced
Wren Martin Ruins it all is everything i hoped it was and more, Wren Martin as a protagonist is compelling, dramatic and witty and a bit clueless to be honest but he's also very lovable and relatable. I really enjoyed the prose and it was such a fun ride and a breeze of fresh air of a read.
I keep getting remind of Simon vs the homo sapiens agenda which is one of my favorite book of all time but I also loved all the difference and the representation . The ace rep was honestly so good.
Definitely recommend this funny, quick and addictive read
Summary
Now that Wren Martin is student council president (on a technicality, but hey, it counts) he’s going to fix Rapture High. His first order of business: abolish the school’s annual Valentine’s Day dance, a drain on the school’s resources and general social nightmare—especially when you’re asexual.
His greatest opponent: Leo Reyes, vice president and all-around annoyingly perfect student. Leo has a solution to Wren’s budget problem—a sponsorship from Buddy, the anonymous “not a dating” app sweeping the nation. Now instead of a danceless senior year, Wren is in charge of the biggest dance Rapture High has ever seen. He’s even secretly signed up for the app. For research, of course.
But when Wren develops capital F-Feelings for his anonymous match, things spiral out of control. Wren decided a long time ago that dating while asexual wasn’t worth the hassle. With the big night rapidly approaching, he isn’t sure what will kill him first: the dance, his relationship drama, or the growing realization that Leo’s perfect life might not be so perfect after all.
In an unforgettably quippy and endearingly chaotic voice, narrator Wren Martin explores the complexities of falling in love while asexual.
I keep getting remind of Simon vs the homo sapiens agenda which is one of my favorite book of all time but I also loved all the difference and the representation . The ace rep was honestly so good.
Definitely recommend this funny, quick and addictive read
Summary
Now that Wren Martin is student council president (on a technicality, but hey, it counts) he’s going to fix Rapture High. His first order of business: abolish the school’s annual Valentine’s Day dance, a drain on the school’s resources and general social nightmare—especially when you’re asexual.
His greatest opponent: Leo Reyes, vice president and all-around annoyingly perfect student. Leo has a solution to Wren’s budget problem—a sponsorship from Buddy, the anonymous “not a dating” app sweeping the nation. Now instead of a danceless senior year, Wren is in charge of the biggest dance Rapture High has ever seen. He’s even secretly signed up for the app. For research, of course.
But when Wren develops capital F-Feelings for his anonymous match, things spiral out of control. Wren decided a long time ago that dating while asexual wasn’t worth the hassle. With the big night rapidly approaching, he isn’t sure what will kill him first: the dance, his relationship drama, or the growing realization that Leo’s perfect life might not be so perfect after all.
In an unforgettably quippy and endearingly chaotic voice, narrator Wren Martin explores the complexities of falling in love while asexual.