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6ciouslyyours's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.75
tlee0626's review
2.0
DNF'd at 42%. was not a fan of noah and the writing as a whole. lots of repetitive language throughout the book, and the main character was just.... not very appealing? he really just gave off conceited, annoying teenager vibes
i tried to be understanding of the book since noah is trans and it is a queer romance book, but i really just didn't think this was the right representation for this genre/community. the premise of the book was promising (and the book cover was super pretty, one of the main reasons i got it!), but major ick overall. i also didn't really like the age difference between the couple (noah is 16 and drew is 18), made me a bit uncomfortable when that information was unraveled and noah kept on having these weirdly inappropriate thoughts.
i tried to be understanding of the book since noah is trans and it is a queer romance book, but i really just didn't think this was the right representation for this genre/community. the premise of the book was promising (and the book cover was super pretty, one of the main reasons i got it!), but major ick overall. i also didn't really like the age difference between the couple (noah is 16 and drew is 18), made me a bit uncomfortable when that information was unraveled and noah kept on having these weirdly inappropriate thoughts.
itslucyamber's review
DNF
Once I've pulled this face three times: 😬
I must be a big brave reader and tap out.
Once I've pulled this face three times: 😬
I must be a big brave reader and tap out.
jillybeanxo's review
5.0
I binged this so fast. I loved it so much!
Spoiler: the relationship that developed between Noah & Devon was so sweet & pure & soft and I want a sequel so I can revel in all the sweetness for longer
Spoiler: the relationship that developed between Noah & Devon was so sweet & pure & soft and I want a sequel so I can revel in all the sweetness for longer
np24's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Okay as a concept I really really like this book, and there were things about that were important and also super cute. HOWEVER, boy is Noah annoying. He’s so whiny, has problems with everyone and everything, is entitled, I could go on and on. People in his life keep going out of their way to take care of him and he keeps being ungrateful and it was infuriating. That being said, a super cute story, and I can especially see how a young adult crowd would get into the social media aspects of it
this_momma_is_booked's review
emotional
funny
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
I really loved this book and the exploration of one's identity and sexuality.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Transphobia
Minor: Racism
alyssadorn's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I really appreciated this book! It was cute overall, and I enjoyed all the authenticity— Noah felt like a real teenager (even if that means he wasn’t super likable at times) and the emotional/social importance placed on the blog felt very authentically teenager. His character growth was realistic— not leaps and bounds, but more subtle. Also the internet stuff felt so real— the anonymous hate and everything. Even Devin’s anxiety felt real to me. I highlighted so many lines of their queer experience, too, that just HIT.
The stakes did feel geared toward a younger audience; for older readers the stakes might not feel as believable and feel less like there was much of a plot/conflict. Also, I found myself wanting more closure at the end— about the blog, about Drew, etc. I wanted more of Becca too! Some of what she was dealing with was hinted at, but I wanted more answers (and more apologizing/shown change on Noah’s part).
It would’ve been really cool to see Noah’s preconceived notions of romance as more of the villain of the story, fleshed out more.
Last thought, Devin’s journey was the best.
kahlaelizabeth's review
emotional
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
5.0
ksquinnn's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0