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angelsfw's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
i really loved this ! definitely very cute and a much beloved comfort read !!!!!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Fire/Fire injury, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Toxic relationship
hanz's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Fire/Fire injury
water_violin's review
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
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying
gothicmoon's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-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? Yes
3.5
I really loved Ari's emotional journey. His lack of direction, passion, and connection resonated deeply with me. I also think his and Hector's character designs were very cute <3 I enjoyed how easily woven into their characters and actions. One sees how easy it is to integrate different cultures seamlessly and unproblematically.
The only things that keep this novel from a 5 star rating is the dropped/forgotten plot of Cameron's toxicity (toxic friends are just as impacting and difficult to leave as romantic partners) and Ari's struggles with his dad, who to me rang as lowkey narcissistic and controlling. The ending in general is just not as slow and satisfying as the rest of the story, either.
What keep this book from 4 stars is the toxicity of Ari. He gets upset at Hector forvisiting his family, gets upset at Hector for coming back early, blames him for a fire and gets him fired.... what?! That's not very healthy!
The only things that keep this novel from a 5 star rating is the dropped/forgotten plot of Cameron's toxicity (toxic friends are just as impacting and difficult to leave as romantic partners) and Ari's struggles with his dad, who to me rang as lowkey narcissistic and controlling. The ending in general is just not as slow and satisfying as the rest of the story, either.
What keep this book from 4 stars is the toxicity of Ari. He gets upset at Hector for
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Emotional abuse
therainbowshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Bloom is a comfortable, cozy slice of life that takes place mostly in a bakery. I really enjoyed the glimpses we got into the lives of these characters, and he conflict of Ari not disliking the baker life but also looking forward to something else. This lovely story is paired with beautiful art, and I adored the two-page spreads showing many things happening at once or mini baking montages.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Content warnings also for house fires and low-income living.lanidon's review
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying