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mahshid_aa's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
smalltownbookmom's review against another edition
4.0
I've been really looking forward to this Australian queer YA romance between Luca, a ballet dancer and his bisexual crush Jordan and it exceeded all expectations!
Luca meets Jordan in the physical therapists office after having a terrible accident that ends his dreams of professional ballet. The two develop a secret romance as Jordan is newly exploring his sexuality and the possibility he's bisexual but as a popular jock at school is very nervous about coming out to his parents and friends. Whereas Luca is openly gay with a supportive father but has to learn how to be patient with Jordan as his first boyfriend.
Not only was the romance between Luca and Jordan super sweet, Luca also has such strong relationships with his single father and his new Muslim friend Amina. I loved how Luca grew closer to both his dad and Amina and learned to be a better friend.
Great on audio narrated by Matthew Backer, with an author interview between the Tobias and Matthew included at the end. This debut coming of age queer love story was truly beautiful. Full of heart, humor and so many tender moments I can't recommend it enough. Much thanks to NetGalley and RB Media for my advance listening copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Luca meets Jordan in the physical therapists office after having a terrible accident that ends his dreams of professional ballet. The two develop a secret romance as Jordan is newly exploring his sexuality and the possibility he's bisexual but as a popular jock at school is very nervous about coming out to his parents and friends. Whereas Luca is openly gay with a supportive father but has to learn how to be patient with Jordan as his first boyfriend.
Not only was the romance between Luca and Jordan super sweet, Luca also has such strong relationships with his single father and his new Muslim friend Amina. I loved how Luca grew closer to both his dad and Amina and learned to be a better friend.
Great on audio narrated by Matthew Backer, with an author interview between the Tobias and Matthew included at the end. This debut coming of age queer love story was truly beautiful. Full of heart, humor and so many tender moments I can't recommend it enough. Much thanks to NetGalley and RB Media for my advance listening copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
olivia9024's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- 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
spacecase21's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
emilyfullhardt's review against another edition
5.0
This was the cheesiest book I’ve ever read and I loved every second of it
alizalondon's review against another edition
3.0
A very sweet book, but I never really picked up on any chemistry between the two main characters, outside of the instalove. I also saw this compared to Heartstopper, but though they’re similar in nature, the characters are so much better and fleshed out in Heartstopper, and you’re rooting much harder for them. Amina is precious and the best YA best friend ever, though.
ashnoble's review against another edition
5.0
First ever book hangover and never wanted it to end. I NEED more Luca and Jordan content ASAP.
kanedaley's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.0
opheliaslittlelibrary's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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
karouzuzu's review against another edition
5.0
Gorgeous story with great mc navigating huge life changes, tumultuous endings and awkward beginnings, blossoming romance, crushed (or are they) dreams, a new school, homophobic/racist peers. Loved it!