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Follow Your Arrow by Jessica Verdi

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gbaty's review

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inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Loveable characters? Yes

3.75

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libscote's review

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3.0

There were things I really liked about this book. I liked the bisexual representation in the book a lot. The erasure that's so easy (or that you're not "enough" for the queer community) is something that I think a lot of people will relate to. I also liked how Cece explained that for her bisexual didn't mean only two genders existed. I also liked the social media aspects of the book, which I think showed it in both good and bad lights.

I just, for whatever reason, didn't really connect with Cece for some reason. I always felt at a distance during the story. Maybe it was a case of not the right time for me. I would definitely recommend this to other though. It might just be the read you are looking for.

lpineo's review

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5.0

While being an internet-famous teen influencer isn't in my wheelhouse at all, I really loved this novel. I especially enjoyed the honest look at whether or not to keep toxic family members in your life, the unbiased look at the pros and cons of social media and how invisible the B in LGBTQIAP can be. Very relevant in today's world. 4.5 stars.

ticvoria_'s review against another edition

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emotional funny inspiring lighthearted 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

4.0

This was a very good and important YA book! Heartfelt, funny, and charming. I liked the way it examined the label of bisexuality (specifically that bi/pan people are just as queer as anyone even if they’re in a “straight passing” relationship) as well as the impact of social media on self esteem. Normally if a novel has too many contemporary references, it can pull me out of the story but here it absolutely made sense to talk about modern music, tv, internet slang, etc.

gingersnap_reads's review

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emotional hopeful lighthearted 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? No

4.0

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lacyduckie's review

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3.0

Follow Your Arrow was 100 percent a Modern Cher and Josh AU of Clueless and you can't change my mind.

Thank you, [a:Jessica Verdi|6442339|Jessica Verdi|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1466604103p2/6442339.jpg] and [a:Sophie Gonzales|17149007|Sophie Gonzales|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1555846398p2/17149007.jpg] / [b:Perfect on Paper|49204960|Perfect on Paper|Sophie Gonzales|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1607324016l/49204960._SY75_.jpg|74656790], for writing bi books with opposite gender love interests. I've been waiting for these books my whole life.

kestrel's review

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funny inspiring lighthearted fast-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

2.5

The romance was cute, the LI was very wholesome, and I liked some bits about biphobia. I appreciate the book for being a quick and engaging read. However, there were just too many pop culture references (now I know that people ship Gigi and Kendall) and hashtags, and it was too liberal American for my tastes (I'm still not ever Cece's bedroom description). I also think that the writing was at some points out of touch with #theyouth.

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kyras's review against another edition

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funny hopeful relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

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ami_mackarol's review

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5.0

This was SO good. The book contains such a beautiful message and amazing characters. I love CeCe and Josh and Mackenzie and Abe and Gabby and Marty and CeCes Mom. I also really liked the style of writing, I couldn't flip the pages fast enough! A heartwarming story, I hope you decide to read it♡

shelleyreads's review

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emotional hopeful relaxing 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

3.5

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