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hannah_lilli's review
funny
lighthearted
sad
medium-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Bullying, Alcohol, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Medical content and Lesbophobia
boop123's review against another edition
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
4.75
It had a very strong start but for some reason it felt rushed at the end :// I was kinda disappointed it ended like that because it felt incomplete like it was not tied up very well. For instance, the “resolution” between Aideen and her Mam was barely mentioned in the last few chapters but was SO heavily written in the earlier ones. The writing was inconsistent like two people wrote the book. It started off hilarious but towards the end it was toned down and not as funny in the first half. I don’t know if that was the author’s intention but it was jarring to read because I expected the humor to be consistent.
On another note, I loved reading about the relationship between the MC and her Mam. Truly the road to sobriety is never easy and linear knowing that the people close to you are getting affected by your actions.
Also the MC being a wee lesbian and getting the girl is like the backdrop of the plot. It’s my first time seeing that in a YA queer book but honestly I don’t mind. The main story was still just as compelling and engaging to read.
Nevertheless, this book was so hilarious I can’t even count the number of times I laughed out loud. Truly giving Derry Girls humor (missed my family 😔). And honestly the reason why I was intrigued to read this was because the MC pushing Meabh pushing off the stairs reminded me of that meme of Sue Sylvester pushing the opposing coach off the stairs 😭
Other than the lowkey flat ending, I loved this book. What a great start to the year!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Toxic relationship, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Bullying
an_avidreader's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism
Minor: Abortion, Bullying, and Toxic friendship
alexashabit's review against another edition
funny
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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction and Alcoholism
Moderate: Bullying and Toxic friendship
kaynova's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The entire concept of helping everyone's problems except your own is the main reason why I picked up this book–to me, it's original in a way. It includes 'rivals', high school drama, and familial problems that I love to read in YA. There are some parts that are funny and lighthearted and there are parts where I want to literally go inside the book and give Aideen a big hug. Unfortunately, there were too many plot holes left for me to consider this a complete fic (and I love ambiguity) and some parts aren't meant to be solved in one book including Aideen's mom's alcoholism problem and her mom's relationship with Aideen's biological father
but there are some parts where I wish there was more to it, including one of Aideen's friendships. Overall, I loved Kavi and he wasn't the main character or the love interest; he was just a gem and the main reason I stuck around after the second act of the book.
but there are some parts where I wish there was more to it, including one of Aideen's friendships. Overall, I loved Kavi and he wasn't the main character or the love interest; he was just a gem and the main reason I stuck around after the second act of the book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism
Minor: Bullying
jachnax's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
5.0
I devoured this book and i love all the characters with my whole heart. Definitly a new fave
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic friendship, Alcoholism, and Addiction
Minor: Bullying
cheyisvibing's review
emotional
funny
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was just SO FUN and the development of the story was wonderful
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic friendship, Alcoholism, and Addiction
Minor: Bullying
willow_tree's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism and Addiction
Minor: Child abuse, Toxic friendship, Bullying, and Abandonment
deadgirlwalking23's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Addiction, and Alcoholism
Moderate: Toxic friendship and Bullying
Minor: Homophobia and Lesbophobia
glitterpolly's review against another edition
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Ever contemplated breaking your ankle in order to give you more time for schoolwork? Well, Aideen thinks that's the best way to solve Maebh's problems. Aideen has solutions for just about everyone, other than herself.
Winner of the Older Reader category for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. Nothing particularly inappropriate content wise. Some rather heavy/difficult topics addressed for what seems to be a lighthearted novel.
Winner of the Older Reader category for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. Nothing particularly inappropriate content wise. Some rather heavy/difficult topics addressed for what seems to be a lighthearted novel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Alcoholism