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tbr_withmaya's review
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
I cried reading this. It was very honest in its representation of what it’s really like to come out. It’s no Simon Versus the Homosapien Agenda, but it’s not meant to be. It’s meant for the children of color, the children of religious family, and for the children who may have lost a parent along the way to finding who they are.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Homophobia, and Violence
careinthelibrary's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
4.0
When I read Ander and Santi Were Here this summer, I was so captivated. This one is not quite as charming and engrossing, but I still loved it. Really fantastic characters, sweet queer romance, heavy themes (see content warnings), happy endings. Can't wait for their upcoming release in 2024, I'm jumping on it immediately when it's released.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Homophobia
Moderate: Racism, Child abuse, Religious bigotry, Sexual content, Violence, Physical abuse, Alcohol, and Bullying
thebookpaiges's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Bullying, Child abuse, Homophobia, Outing, and Violence
anniereads221's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Sexism, Panic attacks/disorders, and Violence
Parental abuseladysmartypants's review
emotional
hopeful
slow-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? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Homophobia, Outing, Physical abuse, Violence, and Alcohol
bookdragon217's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
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
"Being gay isn't something I was able to choose. To be happy, to get out bed every morning, to be strong and brave and proud of who I am, sure. Those were choices."
QOTD: What is your favorite traditional Mexican dish?
Thanks to @amazonpublishing and @tlcdiversity for the gifted copy.
1500 Hundred Miles From the Sun by @jonnyinstas melted my heart, left me in shambles and is definitely one of my favorite reads of this year. I cannot believe this is a debut novel. The writing is beautiful, the plot captivating and the main characters loyal, lovable and badass. I was invested from the opening pages and I could not stop raving about this book to my husband as I kept reading. It kept me up late reading and hungry with all the food references and descriptions. Overall it was pure perfection. It had the right balance between tearing my heart to pieces and making me smile from ear to ear.
What really sold me was the main character Julián who gets drunk and accidentally comes out to the world on social media. He is also secretly facing abuse at home from his machista father. He finds a friend online in Mat and their long distance romance blossoms. Their love story was the absolute cutest. That love is essentially what anchors Julian as he navigates coming into his sexuality and fighting for acceptance. I will keep Julián in my heart forever.
Even though this story was so sweet it really illuminates the pain caused by parent's rejection, peer bullying and homophobia. It highlights the importance of LGBTQIA+ teens having a solid support network of friends and family to lean on. It teaches that "coming out" is a personal experience that should not be forced by anyone. But more importantly it reminds us that sometimes you have to move on and leave people in the past who are not loving, supportive and accepting. Everyone deserves to be their authentic selves and love freely. As a parent, there were so many moments I just wanted to hug Julián and keep him safe.
THIS BOOK WAS EVERYTHING!!!! Make sure you have your tissues and snacks handy.
QOTD: What is your favorite traditional Mexican dish?
Thanks to @amazonpublishing and @tlcdiversity for the gifted copy.
1500 Hundred Miles From the Sun by @jonnyinstas melted my heart, left me in shambles and is definitely one of my favorite reads of this year. I cannot believe this is a debut novel. The writing is beautiful, the plot captivating and the main characters loyal, lovable and badass. I was invested from the opening pages and I could not stop raving about this book to my husband as I kept reading. It kept me up late reading and hungry with all the food references and descriptions. Overall it was pure perfection. It had the right balance between tearing my heart to pieces and making me smile from ear to ear.
What really sold me was the main character Julián who gets drunk and accidentally comes out to the world on social media. He is also secretly facing abuse at home from his machista father. He finds a friend online in Mat and their long distance romance blossoms. Their love story was the absolute cutest. That love is essentially what anchors Julian as he navigates coming into his sexuality and fighting for acceptance. I will keep Julián in my heart forever.
Even though this story was so sweet it really illuminates the pain caused by parent's rejection, peer bullying and homophobia. It highlights the importance of LGBTQIA+ teens having a solid support network of friends and family to lean on. It teaches that "coming out" is a personal experience that should not be forced by anyone. But more importantly it reminds us that sometimes you have to move on and leave people in the past who are not loving, supportive and accepting. Everyone deserves to be their authentic selves and love freely. As a parent, there were so many moments I just wanted to hug Julián and keep him safe.
THIS BOOK WAS EVERYTHING!!!! Make sure you have your tissues and snacks handy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse and Homophobia
Minor: Death of parent, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Violence
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