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wilybooklover's review against another edition
4.5
I loved how Eve's chaotic brand of charm balanced out Jacob's calm and orderly ways. Yet deep down, they had a lot in common and forge a deep connection. Their banter was top notch, especially in the first half. They don't like each other but they never go too far in saying something truly hurtful. It was wonderful seeing Eve understand why she might be different (undiagnosed autism) and connecting with Jacob, who has diagnosed autism, on that level too. It was just utterly delightful and I smiled the whole way through. The only thing I didn't like was that I could see the third-act breakup coming from a mile away and it filled me with dread, though I appreciate that it wasn't dragged out for ages. The way it unfolded felt a bit unnatural though, from the way Eve's family acted to the miscommunication.
Graphic: Car accident and Sexual content
Moderate: Abandonment, Ableism, Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Classism, Racism, Body shaming, and Fatphobia
hey_al'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
4.0
Moderate: Bullying, Car accident, and Abandonment
cassielaj'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
4.5
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Bullying
Neurodivergence is treated with respect by the author, but the characters struggle with judgment from others because of their neurodiversitybi_n_large'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: Abandonment, Ableism, Bullying, and Sexual content
Minor: Sexual violence
elthechameleon'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
I am so glad about the neuroatypical representation and the Brown family reunion. And this book is definitely someone else’s 5 stars. The romance was just a tad fast for me, and Jacob is more controlling (in a consensual way) than I like. I also just don’t do pet names.
But!! Eve. God I wish to be friends with Eve. And the playlist rocked.
Minor: Bullying
Eve is sometimes talked down to, but the author handles this with care. Read her content warning: “ This book mentions childhood neglect and anti-autistic ableism. If these topics are sensitive for you, please read with care. (And feel safe in the knowledge that joy triumphs in the end.) You should also know that, while writing this book, I elected to ignore the existence of COVID-19. I hope this book provides some form of escape.”jackiie'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
With Act Your Age, Eve Brown she had me squealing, kicking and giggling over the story of Eve and Jacob.
I‘m glad now that I didn’t dnf the book just because Jacob Wayne was very similar to my ex boss at the beginning. But as I continued it turned out that Jacob has a soul and is a very lovable person.
I could also really relate to Eve. It was like looking into a mirror and after her story she ended up being my favourite Brown sister.
I can’t wait to read more from Talia Hibbert.
Graphic: Toxic friendship, Ableism, Body shaming, Car accident, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, and Bullying
kyrstin_p1989'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
4.5
Moderate: Abandonment, Ableism, Bullying, Car accident, and Cursing
dashboardlights24601's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Bullying
roseamillerg's review against another edition
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Sexual content, Gaslighting, Child abuse, Bullying, and Abandonment
kaneli'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: Sexual content
Moderate: Abandonment and Child abuse
Minor: Bullying and Car accident