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4.28 AVERAGE
4.28 AVERAGE
Thank you to NetGalley and Peachtree Teen for the ARC.
Wren Martin isn't the most likable person, but it's his sarcastic narration that shows his cute quirks and abundant flaws. He messes up a lot (and likes to double down instead of apologize), but at the same time, he's authentic, funny, and passionate.
Amanda DeWitt's writing style is what makes her books some of the best I've read this year. It's refreshing to see books with asexual and aromantic representation, especially when they're treated normally. In Wren Martin Ruins It All and Aces Wild , we aren't following teenagers as they figure out their sexuality and face bigotry in their high schools. Rather, we're seeing teens who already know who they are and how they navigate the world with that knowledge. There's nothing wrong with those kinds of stories, but I appreciate that they're not the only ones we're seeing in the publishing industry.
I adored this entire cast of characters, and although the book was predictable, it was part of the charm. Readers can look forward to Wren and the LI making references in person about their anonymous, online relationship and laugh as they continue to be oblivious to their reality.
I could say a lot more about this book, but then I'd have to spoil it for you. Just know that this is beyond worth the read and I can't wait to get a physical copy for my bookshelf!
Wren Martin isn't the most likable person, but it's his sarcastic narration that shows his cute quirks and abundant flaws. He messes up a lot (and likes to double down instead of apologize), but at the same time, he's authentic, funny, and passionate.
Amanda DeWitt's writing style is what makes her books some of the best I've read this year. It's refreshing to see books with asexual and aromantic representation, especially when they're treated normally. In Wren Martin Ruins It All and Aces Wild , we aren't following teenagers as they figure out their sexuality and face bigotry in their high schools. Rather, we're seeing teens who already know who they are and how they navigate the world with that knowledge. There's nothing wrong with those kinds of stories, but I appreciate that they're not the only ones we're seeing in the publishing industry.
I adored this entire cast of characters, and although the book was predictable, it was part of the charm. Readers can look forward to Wren and the LI making references in person about their anonymous, online relationship and laugh as they continue to be oblivious to their reality.
I could say a lot more about this book, but then I'd have to spoil it for you. Just know that this is beyond worth the read and I can't wait to get a physical copy for my bookshelf!
adventurous
emotional
funny
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
I had the time of my life. There are very few books that get my attention on the first page, but this was definitely one of them. Wren Martin is smart, witty, and overall unbelievably petty and I love him so much.
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Information:
- Storytel audiobook
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Review previously placed on my blog:
I'm currently reading Wren Martin ruins it all by Amanda DeWitt. I'm listening to the audiobook. Started this for a challenge I'm doing this year, need to read a book with a green cover for that. This is a young adult contemporary romance book with LGBTQ+ characters.
This feels like a very standard YA contemporary romance book, but I don't really mind that. There is a original element to it though, because the main character is asexual. I also really love the chickens. Overall this is not going to be a super high rating, but definitely a solid read.
This was just a fun in between read. Really liked the characters in this book. Story was also nice. There was a certain plot element that I'm not sure should have been a surprise, but it really wasn't, but that's okay. Definitely going to read more from this author.
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funny
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:
Yes
Well if this wasn’t absolutely adorable. More romance novels with ace main characters please!!
emotional
funny
lighthearted
slow-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
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:
Complicated
i found the book very funny and cute, and although it was a but predictable it was engaging enough that i could not pit it down!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Acephobia/Arophobia
Moderate: Homophobia, Death of parent, Alcohol
Hi, yes, I am crying because this was the cutest thing I've ever read. (Or at least the latest cutest thing I've ever read.) (It's a long list....)
I ate this up so quickly. And I'm still crying these sugar-water tears
I ate this up so quickly. And I'm still crying these sugar-water tears
emotional
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
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
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
Loveable characters:
Yes
Wren is a little TSTFIL (too stupid to fall in love- can that be a thing?) but also as a sarcastic former teenager with self-esteem issues I get it lol