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mags_reads17's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
4.0
abunchofnightingales's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
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
4.5
belsweeks's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
sad
tense
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
ashlynwilliams17's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.25
emilykaegi's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- 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
5.0
Amazing book. Very emotional. Predicted some twists but many were a surprise. Great story of community and human flaws. Fantastic ending - did not expect Matthew to be alive
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Mental illness, Domestic abuse, Violence, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Death of parent
_cayti_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? It's complicated
5.0
jessicamellem's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
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
4.5
cassmccaff's review against another edition
5.0
Oh my goodness. I loved this book. This is my favorite book that I have read since Crawdads. (They are very similar by the way). Both set in the 70’s and offer a beautiful love story and you watch the main protagonist grow up and face a variety of challenges, domestic abuse being one of them.
The backdrop of wild Alaska was captivating. I have never been. But this entire book is a love letter to Alaska, and it puts “visit Alaska” further up on my bucket list.
I loved Matthew and Leni. I loved Large Marge. I loved the suspense, and the heartbreak and the whole story was just an experience for me. I can’t believe that 3 years ago I started this book and got 3 chapters in before quitting. I’m so glad that I gave it another chance. I was absolutely captivated. And while it is long and some may think it goes on too long, I disagree. I loved it right up until the last minute. I’ll be recommending this book for years to come.
The backdrop of wild Alaska was captivating. I have never been. But this entire book is a love letter to Alaska, and it puts “visit Alaska” further up on my bucket list.
I loved Matthew and Leni. I loved Large Marge. I loved the suspense, and the heartbreak and the whole story was just an experience for me. I can’t believe that 3 years ago I started this book and got 3 chapters in before quitting. I’m so glad that I gave it another chance. I was absolutely captivated. And while it is long and some may think it goes on too long, I disagree. I loved it right up until the last minute. I’ll be recommending this book for years to come.
meeraostrom's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.75