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kirsten_marie's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
Here The Whole Time was just such a sweet, innocent and heartwarming story wich takes place over the 15 days of winter break. For me it was a little slow, especially in kind of the middle of the book. But it definitely picked up for the ending. I have never read a book like this, with a main character as relatable as Felipe. His character and the romance comforted me in several ways.
Would recommend for anyone in the mood for something cute and relaxing with good representation.
Also, I have never ever read a book with this many movie and book references in my life.
(not a bad thing)
🦩📚
Would recommend for anyone in the mood for something cute and relaxing with good representation.
Also, I have never ever read a book with this many movie and book references in my life.
(not a bad thing)
🦩📚
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, and Fatphobia
Minor: Alcohol, Homophobia, Lesbophobia, and Sexual content
thewordsdevourer's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
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
3.25
here the whole time is a cute and funny read w/ great rep and a sweet main couple that explores important issues, and i do wish i liked it more but rn the book feels like it's missing a lil sth.
first of all, it's great to have a fat main character like felipe, for all the rep and perspective he brings. his issues, thoughts, and insecurities are painfully relatable, and i feel them all vicariously thru him, so familiar they are. as for the characters, i esp enjoy felipe's refreshing relationship w/ his mom, the will-they-wont-they w/ caio, and the unique, mildly chaotic vibe of those 3 tgt. various issues like fatphobia, homophobia, and bodyshaming presented are also nuanced, and serve as a good reminder that everyone has their own issues, no matter how great their life seems to be.
it's a shame, therefore, that i feel like this book's missing sth; just some spark that could elevate it to a whole other level. i think the book should've been at least a lil longer, as the ending - though not wholly abrupt - feels too quick still; an "after" chapter wouldve been great. and although the novel's an enjoyable enough read, i feel it has even more potential left unlocked from many possible plot points and threads introduced yet not fully explored, like eddie from the community center or caio w/ his family. rn it seems like many scenes are shown but not utilized enough.
w/ a cute romance, funny moments, and good exploration of some serious issues, this is a nice queer read that nevertheless has its flaws.
first of all, it's great to have a fat main character like felipe, for all the rep and perspective he brings. his issues, thoughts, and insecurities are painfully relatable, and i feel them all vicariously thru him, so familiar they are. as for the characters, i esp enjoy felipe's refreshing relationship w/ his mom, the will-they-wont-they w/ caio, and the unique, mildly chaotic vibe of those 3 tgt. various issues like fatphobia, homophobia, and bodyshaming presented are also nuanced, and serve as a good reminder that everyone has their own issues, no matter how great their life seems to be.
it's a shame, therefore, that i feel like this book's missing sth; just some spark that could elevate it to a whole other level. i think the book should've been at least a lil longer, as the ending - though not wholly abrupt - feels too quick still; an "after" chapter wouldve been great. and although the novel's an enjoyable enough read, i feel it has even more potential left unlocked from many possible plot points and threads introduced yet not fully explored, like eddie from the community center or caio w/ his family. rn it seems like many scenes are shown but not utilized enough.
w/ a cute romance, funny moments, and good exploration of some serious issues, this is a nice queer read that nevertheless has its flaws.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia and Homophobia
Moderate: Bullying, Lesbophobia, and Body shaming
charliedezeeuw's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Body shaming
thehireader's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
I want to hold Felipe and Caio close and never let them go. What an incredibly moving story; Felipe was so soft and kind and deeply relatable. Watching him grow even the littlest bit more comfortable in his skin by the end was the greatest joy, watching him learn to love himself even the slightest bit was a gift.
Martins balances the heartbreaking relatability of Felipe’s insecurities, of his experience as a fat, gay teen, with absolutely hilarious and delightful moments of humor and kindness. Felipe is so earnest but he’s also dry and so witty. My friend, Mariah, recommended this one to me for the 12 in 12 challenge and wow, does she know me. I adored this story, the writing, the characters. My only complaint is that I wish we’d gotten to see more of them, had gotten to see more of their interactions once they got together.
Martins balances the heartbreaking relatability of Felipe’s insecurities, of his experience as a fat, gay teen, with absolutely hilarious and delightful moments of humor and kindness. Felipe is so earnest but he’s also dry and so witty. My friend, Mariah, recommended this one to me for the 12 in 12 challenge and wow, does she know me. I adored this story, the writing, the characters. My only complaint is that I wish we’d gotten to see more of them, had gotten to see more of their interactions once they got together.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Bullying, and Homophobia
jaspxxr's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Fatphobia
becauseidontknow's review against another edition
funny
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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia and Bullying
alyssasopenbook's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fatphobia, Bullying, and Homophobia
Minor: Alcohol
leahhartjacobs's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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? Yes
5.0
This book is absolutely adorable. I great exploration of self-acceptance in love in one of the most awkward time of someone’s life.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Fatphobia, Homophobia, and Lesbophobia
drbex's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.25
I loved this story about Felipe and Caio. I thought the development of their relationship was well paced and made a lot of sense for who they are. I was sad about Caio's mom, but I appreciated how the author demonstrated that she really does love him and care about him even if she doesn't always have the best way of showing it. I love the way he tackled Felipe's lack of confidence due to his weight. The way weight was treated in this book was sensitive but realistic.
My one confusion was when in the middle of the book, Felipe, as the narrator, changed from calling Caio's friend "Becky" to calling her "Rebeca" - obviously one is a nickname for the other, but there was no precedent as to the change. She hadn't introduced herself as such, Caio had always called her Becky, so why did Felipe call her Becky in his narration and then two sentences later switch to Rebeca. It took me out of the story a bit. Idk if something was lost in translation or what, but it was confusing.
My one confusion was when in the middle of the book, Felipe, as the narrator, changed from calling Caio's friend "Becky" to calling her "Rebeca" - obviously one is a nickname for the other, but there was no precedent as to the change. She hadn't introduced herself as such, Caio had always called her Becky, so why did Felipe call her Becky in his narration and then two sentences later switch to Rebeca. It took me out of the story a bit. Idk if something was lost in translation or what, but it was confusing.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
itshardizzy's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Fatphobia, Homophobia, and Hate crime