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reading_srsly's review
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
* Enemies to Lovers
* High School Drama
* Escapism
When Bianca Piper’s home life takes a turn for the worst, she goes looking for distraction anywhere she can find it. And if that means sleeping with the enemy, well, she’ll do whatever it takes.
If the description doesn’t give it away, there’s a bit of spiciness in this book, and a mildly offensive and negative inner voice that could be off-putting for some readers. This book strikes an impressive balance between fluffy and heavy topics, and is a good escapist read, despite the unapologetic heaviness and insecurities that drive the plot forward. This is a pretty focused story, though - outside of the various intersecting relationship dramas, the world is somewhat one-dimensional. Definitely one of those novels that’s always good for a re-read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcoholism
Minor: Bullying, Fatphobia, and Child abuse
stacylharmon's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0
A delightful perspective on the insecurities of young adults trying to find their independence, and trying to navigate relationships with both family and friends.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Child abuse
Moderate: Body shaming
alanaefarrell's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Child abuse, and Alcoholism
Moderate: Abandonment
sunflowerlu's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Bullying, Body shaming, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Fatphobia
Moderate: Abandonment
littlegretty's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
This book was a favorite of mine growing up. Upon another read, it didn’t hold up nearly as well but the main premise still holds up. A great read for a tough weekend. There are certain passages that 13 year old me still maintains as the reason I was able to start accepting myself and my body. A great teen read, maybe not an adult one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Sexual content, and Child abuse
Moderate: Addiction
lilacsophie's review against another edition
challenging
reflective
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Toxic relationship, Physical abuse, Misogyny, and Fatphobia
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Adult/minor relationship
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