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kyt's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
edotas's review against another edition
dark
funny
sad
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
There were some things I took slight issue with in the first half or so - specifically that the dynamic between June and Jayne (and the plot generally) would really turn on a dime - but by the end I felt it made more sense. Maybe that’s just me being an only child. I thought the pacing was excellent, especially in the ways that certain things are revealed or confirmed. I wasn’t sure how much I’d like the book as I read but I felt like the last third (give or take) was really strong
caffeinatedpsycho's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
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
exceptionally beautiful. hits different if you have a sister.
mreadz's review against another edition
4.0
THIS book! It was so painful to read at times, but it was so authentic and well written. At certain points it was hard to read for me due to some of its content. I would recommend this book, but read the triggers first!!
readingtravesty2313's review against another edition
5.0
Also want to mention a trigger warning for EDs, cancer, sickness, slight mentions of suicidal thoughts and depression. It’s such a great story about children who go through the balance of their Korean roots and their American lives. 2 sister completely opposite lives come together to support one another while June is diagnosed with cancer. Both work to navigate through through lives and rekindle a relationship between the two of them. A wonderful tear jerking story with a touching ending
amandafaria's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
leilaxx's review against another edition
4.0
The first book I’ve read of hers.
Yes, Jayne was vain and selfish, and her attitude and choices were uh questionable. She was suffering for a long time emotionally and physically; it took a toll and affected her daily life and decisions. I like how raw and imperfect she was. I hated her at moments and understood other times.
I don’t know how to even write right now. I don’t usually read this genre of relatable, especially as the daughter of immigrants living in a western world. Parents continue to work their bodies away and sacrifice everything for their children, yet there’s a lack of emotional presence and love. I’m blown away by how painful and relatable her experiences were. Jayne, whose parents sacrificed many of their lives and time for their daughters, immigrated to live among strangers.
Idk how to explain it, but her relationship with her parents especially hit home.
I don’t feel as though a review will suffice. I’m going to go journal it out and pour out my emotions.
Also, I loved Patrick lol.
Yes, Jayne was vain and selfish, and her attitude and choices were uh questionable. She was suffering for a long time emotionally and physically; it took a toll and affected her daily life and decisions. I like how raw and imperfect she was. I hated her at moments and understood other times.
I don’t know how to even write right now. I don’t usually read this genre of relatable, especially as the daughter of immigrants living in a western world. Parents continue to work their bodies away and sacrifice everything for their children, yet there’s a lack of emotional presence and love. I’m blown away by how painful and relatable her experiences were. Jayne, whose parents sacrificed many of their lives and time for their daughters, immigrated to live among strangers.
Idk how to explain it, but her relationship with her parents especially hit home.
I don’t feel as though a review will suffice. I’m going to go journal it out and pour out my emotions.
Also, I loved Patrick lol.