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pointeshoebookworm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
I'm also highly intrigued how this segues into the second book. Given the current ending ... it seems even more implausible.
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Cultural appropriation, Gaslighting, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Homophobia, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Stalking, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
chloe_23's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Torture, Violence, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Cursing, Death, Fatphobia, Mental illness, and Death of parent
miss__manga__'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Rating 3.75
2023 reread review: I really like the almost effortless worldbuilding, though I still wish we had seen more of the other trainees (JinJoo was just... existing...). The writing did feel a little inconsistent at times (especially when Candace was using slang like shooketh - I have no issues with slang or the words chosen, but they were very sporadic).
I would have also liked to have seen the theme of feminism being a bit more developed, same with friendly rivalries amongst the girls. I hope these are expanded on in the sequel, which I plan to read soon.
In my reading journal, I've updated this to a 4 star rating, but since it's not that different to my original rating, I'm leaving it there.
Moderate: Body shaming and Bullying
Minor: Eating disorder, Mental illness, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, Stalking, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
pvbobrien's review against another edition
- 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
3.25
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, and Fatphobia
Moderate: Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, and Sexism
Minor: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicide, Medical content, Grief, Stalking, and Injury/Injury detail
bookstagramrepresent's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
It is so much funnier than I expected. I really love Candace’s voice through out her journey as a trainee. I really appreciated the realistic portrayal of her relationship with her traditional parents. I could relate so hard to that struggle to find common ground and still want to be your own person.
I’m excited to grab a finished copy! A must read for anyone who love that kpop life!
There are a few content warnings that should be noted before reading this book for eating disorders and mental health issues.
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Eating disorder