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nickywheeler's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
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? N/A
4.0
natalia_booksss's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
3.75
true14216's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this story, alot more than I thought I would. I thought the romance was good and felt very realist. I thought the way Ari was dealing with life and his emotions was very realistic to how things can feel after college
kking6's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
Was a bit slower in the beginning, but picked up speed towards the end. The artwork was BEAUTIFUL, and was a lot better than the dialogue / character development.
albanueva's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 I'd say. I liked the drawings and the theme, although in my opinion the characters are not sufficiently developed. Anyway, a pleasant and cute read!
meknight's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
4.5
mastersal's review against another edition
4.0
This was such a cute summer romance! It put a smile on my face and is well worth checking out.
The novel revolves around a summer romance between Ari and Hector as they work in Ari’s father’s bakery. There is some slight drama but the overarching tone is gentle. Given the length of the novel - there isn’t much exploration of the character but that is fine. The artwork here - in the blue and white - really carried this for me. There were a few character moments with our main couple and Ari’s parents which did make me sniffle just a little - just not too much to bring down the mood.
I enjoyed my time with this novel - recommended for everyone looking for something that evokes the summer and the optimism of young love.
The novel revolves around a summer romance between Ari and Hector as they work in Ari’s father’s bakery. There is some slight drama but the overarching tone is gentle. Given the length of the novel - there isn’t much exploration of the character but that is fine. The artwork here - in the blue and white - really carried this for me. There were a few character moments with our main couple and Ari’s parents which did make me sniffle just a little - just not too much to bring down the mood.
I enjoyed my time with this novel - recommended for everyone looking for something that evokes the summer and the optimism of young love.
daryn's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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: Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Toxic friendship
Minor: Death
ashleyrich3825's review against another edition
1.0
I was really looking forward to reading this. I was super excited when I finally found it in my local library, but as I started reading my hopes steadily dropped.
Hot take: Oh my god Ari is insufferable. Like I can understand not wanting to be shackled to the family business, but I did not give a single rip about his relationship with Hector, and his constant whining and complete lack of care for anyone other than himself grated on my nerves.
Hector was a delight, and waaaaaay too good for Ari.
The art was beautiful though
Hot take: Oh my god Ari is insufferable. Like I can understand not wanting to be shackled to the family business, but I did not give a single rip about his relationship with Hector, and his constant whining and complete lack of care for anyone other than himself grated on my nerves.
Hector was a delight, and waaaaaay too good for Ari.
The art was beautiful though