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flintsloveofbooks's review
5.0
“So, make lots of noise
Kiss lots of boys
Or kiss lots of girls
If that's something you're into
When the straight and narrow
Gets a little too straight
Roll up a joint, or don't
Just follow your arrow
Wherever it points, yeah
Follow your arrow
Wherever it points”
Kiss lots of boys
Or kiss lots of girls
If that's something you're into
When the straight and narrow
Gets a little too straight
Roll up a joint, or don't
Just follow your arrow
Wherever it points, yeah
Follow your arrow
Wherever it points”
alexandrafren's review
emotional
hopeful
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
3.75
lesbrary's review
4.0
I really liked how this examined bisexuality as a distinct identity: not just gay light or… spicy straight. CeCe feels like she’s not considered queer enough to have pride or have it be an important part of her identity: she has talked herself out of getting a rainbow tattoo, because she doesn't feel that she can "claim" this, or that people would object because she's not "queer enough." I also appreciated that she's primarily attracted to women. Bisexuality with a preference isn’t something I’ve seen represented in YA before, but it’s very common in real life.
I also appreciated that the story validates CeCe’s decision to set boundaries around her relationship with her father. I was worried that the trajectory was towards CeCe making amends even though her father was hateful, both politically and personally. (Mild spoiler:) Luckily, I was wrong about that. The narrative showed that she was right to separate herself, and that it is the healthiest thing for her.
Full review at the Lesbrary.
I also appreciated that the story validates CeCe’s decision to set boundaries around her relationship with her father. I was worried that the trajectory was towards CeCe making amends even though her father was hateful, both politically and personally. (Mild spoiler:) Luckily, I was wrong about that. The narrative showed that she was right to separate herself, and that it is the healthiest thing for her.
Full review at the Lesbrary.
pantehnreads's review
4.0
I loved this book! Super well written with a likeable (though at times annoying but weren't we all at 16) protagonist. Featuring positive, nuanced and realistic bisexual representation. Cece is an influencer who just got broken up with by her girlfriend of two years. She finds herself kind of flailing after her first heartbreak, and her concerns about keeping her followers happy. When she meets Josh things become a little complicated because he is anti social media. Nevertheless, it is a very cute, very gay book that tackles biphobia directly! I loved how the writer treated the content matter with kindness as well as honesty.
Pros:
POC characters
LGBTQ+ characters (bisexual rep, lesbian, rep, trans rep)
Likable characters (except for her asshole of a dad)
A well written fleshed out character
A complex depiction about influencer culture, social media, parasocial relationships and online accountability culture.
Cons:
A bit repetitive
There are moments when Cece slips into that annoying liberal white girl who tries to hard.
Honestly about 30 pages too long, seemed like a lot of filler
Nevertheless, Tehn out of ten would recommend.
Pros:
POC characters
LGBTQ+ characters (bisexual rep, lesbian, rep, trans rep)
Likable characters (except for her asshole of a dad)
A well written fleshed out character
A complex depiction about influencer culture, social media, parasocial relationships and online accountability culture.
Cons:
A bit repetitive
There are moments when Cece slips into that annoying liberal white girl who tries to hard.
Honestly about 30 pages too long, seemed like a lot of filler
Nevertheless, Tehn out of ten would recommend.
caylieratzlaff's review
4.0
The bisexual representation in this book - and as a focus point - was BEAUTIFUL. I have never read a book with such an emphasis on bi-erasure and the toxicity of communities. Tied in with how technology and social media influence everything and teenagers’ lives...I loved it...although the main character was obnoxious at some points with how she viewed social media...but that’s the point of it.
percyvale's review
5.0
ALERT ALERT! I HAVE AN OFFICIAL NEW FAVORITE BOOK BOYFRIEND ON THE BLOCK, THIS IS NOT A DRILL!
thindbooks's review
3.0
*this arc was sent to me by the publisher to give an honest review in retrun*
I liked reading this book. It's about CeCe who is social media famous with her girlfriend Silvie. Silvie breaks up with her and Cece is sad. Later she meets a boy named Josh and doesn't want him to know how she is famous online but her secrets are catching up and she doesn't know what to do. I enjoyed reading this book. It was an okay read but felt that it was something similar that I have read this year. I did enjoy the author's writing but I thought the pacing was off and on. The plot and setting were great though.
The main character in this book, Cece, is Bi and wants to have a relationship that doesn't involve social media. I did enjoy the main character but didn't feel that connection with her. I did enjoy the supporting characters and I thought the author did a wonderful job with adding CeCe's mom to the story because some novels forget about the parents. There isn't a villain really but the main villain that we can say is social media.
I just thought that this book mostly focused on social media and didn't have the perfect balance with the characters with it. I did think it was a good story, don't get me wrong with that. I did enjoy some parts of this book but didn't love it enough for 5/5 or 4/5 stars. This book is perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Adam Slvera.
I liked reading this book. It's about CeCe who is social media famous with her girlfriend Silvie. Silvie breaks up with her and Cece is sad. Later she meets a boy named Josh and doesn't want him to know how she is famous online but her secrets are catching up and she doesn't know what to do. I enjoyed reading this book. It was an okay read but felt that it was something similar that I have read this year. I did enjoy the author's writing but I thought the pacing was off and on. The plot and setting were great though.
The main character in this book, Cece, is Bi and wants to have a relationship that doesn't involve social media. I did enjoy the main character but didn't feel that connection with her. I did enjoy the supporting characters and I thought the author did a wonderful job with adding CeCe's mom to the story because some novels forget about the parents. There isn't a villain really but the main villain that we can say is social media.
I just thought that this book mostly focused on social media and didn't have the perfect balance with the characters with it. I did think it was a good story, don't get me wrong with that. I did enjoy some parts of this book but didn't love it enough for 5/5 or 4/5 stars. This book is perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli and Adam Slvera.
mindfullibrarian's review
5.0
What a wonderful story about social media, relationships and acceptance of the full spectrum of sexuality. This is a YA novel about bi acceptance and there are definitely some hurtful things said, so be careful reading if these are triggers for you. However, the story arc is redemptive ❤️
I also liked that while the perils of social media are blatant in the story, the power (especially for queer kids) is also defended.
I also liked that while the perils of social media are blatant in the story, the power (especially for queer kids) is also defended.
pranavj's review
emotional
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Perfectly alright and has a good message, but it feels a bit rushed. While I can connect to the characters, I wish that the side-characters mentioned didn't seem to exist purely for the MC. For example, her Australian friend never seems to reach out to her about any problems she has, and it all seems a little too one-sided to feel real.
As well, the end felt like it skipped over all of the potential character development and story to get to a short and somewhat empty note. Might be more suited for middle-grade, but I just wish the themes were developed to where we could follow along in the main character's growth and change.
As well, the end felt like it skipped over all of the potential character development and story to get to a short and somewhat empty note. Might be more suited for middle-grade, but I just wish the themes were developed to where we could follow along in the main character's growth and change.
rorygilmore's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0