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Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon

akookieforyou's review against another edition

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3.0

*2.75*

This was much, much
My lower rating is mostly due to the fact that I wanted, expected, and needed something fairly lighthearted, something to take my mind off of the harsh realities of life, not be a severe reminder of how depressing things can be.

I do appreciate the message that love is worth it, even if it doesn't have the happy ending you want. It's just not what I need to hear right now, and crying about the ending was not what I needed to feel either.

So what I'm saying is that this is a good, well written book, and if you're someone who can appreciate bittersweetness, especially in a romantic setting, and you're aware and prepared for that kind of story, then this is 100% worth reading.

numberonefan's review against another edition

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2.0

Could not really get into this. Again I feel like the middle dragged and a lot happened at the end in an annoying way. Also found the supernatural element weird and kind of unnecessary even though I guess it did drive the whole plot if that makes any sense??

jugiacobelli's review

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emotional funny 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

3.75

zaineylaney's review against another edition

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4.0

4.5 Stars
✨ The Title/Cover Draw:
This book seemed super cute and since it came from BOTM, I decided to try it.

jenhurst's review against another edition

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4.0

This was so cute. I wasn’t a huge fan of Nicola Yoon’s other books but this was so cute. Yes it’s a story about love, but the focus wasn’t a love story.

libdibs's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective 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

4.25

Absolutely flew through this one... Slightly unsatisfying back-and-forth from main character but generally super encompassing story

bibliobrandie's review against another edition

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4.0

Sweet teen romance that features two of my favorite things: dancing and magical realism. I love how Yoon addresses the mystery of love in these pages.

bellasfe's review

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5.0

The book I needed, that came at the exact time I needed it!

kzhawol's review against another edition

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3.0

It was cute a little disappointing as I was expecting to feel as wrapped into the story as everything everything but I still loved the development of the romance. I enjoyed the interesting appeal of her abilities. The chapters dedicated to each couples story was a lovely touch as well.

jsanz22's review

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emotional funny hopeful reflective sad 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? It's complicated

5.0