Reviews tagging 'Sexual assault'

The Universe Is Expanding and So Am I by Carolyn Mackler

6 reviews

babyleo's review against another edition

inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Body shaming, Sexual assault, Eating disorder, and Fatphobia

Minor: Self harm

kiyannaloves's review against another edition

emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Sexual assault and Fatphobia

milla_lebouton's review against another edition

funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Fatphobia

Minor: Eating disorder, Mental illness, Rape, and Sexual assault

kmcdonell's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

More nuanced and modern than the first, in a good way. Things have changed a lot in the almost 20 years since it was published, and it shows. Still think Byron got off lightly. But at least the family is encouraging him to take responsibility for his actions. And glad that Virginia found someone who truly gets her and loves her, rather than settling for less than she deserves. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Fatphobia

Moderate: Rape and Sexual assault

itszainab's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Sexual assault

Main Character’s brother is being tried for Sexual Assault

zombiezami's review against another edition

emotional funny inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I am glad that this sequel exists. I think I like it more than the previous book. It was very heartfelt and sweet. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Fatphobia and Body shaming

Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Bullying, Sexual content, Eating disorder, Cursing, and Alcoholism

Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Infidelity