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_hannahbo's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
5.0
This is the perfect book for anyone in their late 20s who feels like they are stuck. Who needs the reminders that we are doing okay and we can change direction when we need to. Friends and found family are the greatest support systems. Gotta go cry for a week about this story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism, Gaslighting, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Emotional abuse, Addiction, Panic attacks/disorders, Terminal illness, and Religious bigotry
kerryamchugh's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
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
3.0
Bisexual rep, young adults coming of age and reliving college years at their five-year-reunion, found family. Spot-on depictions of anxiety/panic attacks. Major tw for narcissistic ex/emotional abuse/controlling relationship, and parental abuse specifically for being queer. All handled with grace in a really lovely sorry that grants happy endings in ways that feel believable and not too pat.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Alcohol, Gaslighting, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Biphobia and Death of parent
Minor: Alcoholism, Vomit, and Addiction
emkplatts's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I found this to be delightful! I liked the multi-media aspect of the messages throughout the story. I have not read a second chance romance before and this was a good first one to start with. I like how queerness is woven into this story. It's not like a big statement or discourse, just a general thread that runs through the steps and the characters loves naturally.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, and Homophobia
Minor: Addiction, Panic attacks/disorders, Gaslighting, Grief, Vomit, and Suicide
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