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anniereads221's review
5.0
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexism, and Violence
Parental abusefebrfebrfebr's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Moderate: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, and Physical abuse
vidya_is_vidya's review
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
like im not even kidding, im in love with it
although i think the whole idea of dating online and then long distance is not very smart, but then again i’m aroace as hell so i just don’t understand romantic love ig
Graphic: Homophobia and Physical abuse
Minor: Death of parent
lauravreads'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? It's complicated
4.5
This book is fast-paced, hilarious, inspiring, and heartwarming. While Julian’s relationship with Mat is a major focal point in the novel, so is his relationship with his friends and his family. I love it when romance includes a well-rounded support system rather than the protagonist relying solely on the love interest. Julian is an easy protagonist to love, I was rooting for him the entire novel.
This novel hit a lot of heavy topics, in particular, abusive parents. Graza Villa did a great job in his portrayal of the relationship a child/young adult has with an emotionally and physically abusive parent. I love that Julian was able to stand up for himself and that his facility members who were bystanders to the abuse took accountability and made an effort to change and provide a safe space for Julian.
Graphic: Bullying, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Outing, Abandonment, and Alcohol
selysrivera'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? It's complicated
5.0
This book has trigger warnings. Don’t get me wrong. But these are all serious realities that still exist in the ultra conservative Latinx world.
I was impressed with how the book covers nuances related to religion and language. It’s also sex positive, and portrays a healthy romantic relationship along issues of friendship and growing up.
I’m in love with Jules and Mat. I want to hang out with their friends. And I cannot tell you the amount of times my stomach growled at the different descriptions of food, whether it was Mexican or Vietnamese or American.
My heart swelled with affection and my eyes watered as I read the sweetest of scenes, the saddest of scenes. I gasped in shock when certain characters acted the way they did. And the only reason I ended the book unsatisfied wasn’t because the ending happened too quickly for me. I wasn’t ready to leave.
If you can handle the triggers, read this book. You won’t regret it.
Graphic: Homophobia and Physical abuse
Moderate: Sexual content and Religious bigotry
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
paigeminer'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? No
4.25
Graphic: Homophobia and Outing
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Physical abuse
auteaandtales'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
3.5
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, and Physical abuse
Minor: Sexual content
smarty007'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? No
4.75
Graphic: Child abuse, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Violence, Outing, and Alcohol
maybe_a_cat's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Physical abuse
ni_kola's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Bullying and Homophobia