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aromarrie's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
4something i learned from this story is that you can still connect with something, you can still learn through something—for yourself but most importantly for others.
felix means the world to me, because he was him and he was someone i can relate to through and through, in the small things and the biggest moments. i feel this over abundance of emotion for this book because it made me see more of why there’s so much passion and spirit in the marginalized community; just how important it is to stand for others and exist for yourself because there’s so much out there, so many people, and most importantly;
you have yourself.
felix means the world to me, because he was him and he was someone i can relate to through and through, in the small things and the biggest moments. i feel this over abundance of emotion for this book because it made me see more of why there’s so much passion and spirit in the marginalized community; just how important it is to stand for others and exist for yourself because there’s so much out there, so many people, and most importantly;
you have yourself.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime and Transphobia
serotonin_ghost's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Deadnaming, Homophobia, Hate crime, Toxic friendship, and Transphobia
missreadbeforebed's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I really appreciated the many discussions it brought up about a lot of different social issues and the representation of many LGBT and racial backgrounds but overall I felt like a lot of these conversations were inorganic to the plot and that maybe the story would have flowed better if it felt like some of the side elements (while important and definitely need to be discussed more in YA books) fit the core of the story better. I love what it’s trying to do, I just think the execution was lacking. Too much trying to be touched on in one book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Deadnaming, Hate crime, Transphobia, and Outing
Moderate: Sexual content
valpal77's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
tense
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia, Hate crime, Alcohol, Bullying, Drug use, Homophobia, and Outing
Moderate: Deadnaming
Minor: Racism and Emotional abuse
Heavy topics but handled very well. Though Felix is deadnamed, we are never told what the deadname is. Felix's friends support him and don't minimize the harm that's being done to him.ajankloss's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
tense
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia
Moderate: Abandonment, Outing, and Hate crime
Minor: Deadnaming
ohmydemigod's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
5.0
"For trans and nonbinary youth:
You’re beautiful. You’re important. You’re valid.
You’re perfect."
The second I read the dedication above, I knew this book was going to play with my heartstrings. Everything about this book--the writing, characters (especially the lovingly complex Felix), and overarching themes--did exactly that. Felix's initial view of himself was heartbreaking: being “one marginalization too many”. My heart ached at the constant invalidation and aggressions Felix faced, both on a macro and micro scale. I laughed whenthe old man from the train ended up being Declan's grandfather, and his gay grandson was, in fact, Declan . I adored the quasi-anonymous & sweet texting and in the end, I especially loved the hope for the future Felix got in the end.
Most importantly, I loved the perspective this story shares. I'll never understand fully what it's like to experience the world like Felix has, but this story peeled back the curtain for a moment to give readers a glimpse at what that might look like. I'm forever grateful to those who share their burning stories like this one, and I'm so glad it was heard by a larger group of people.
“You don’t get to use my pain to make your point.”
I almost rated 4 stars, however, because of the line "First best show is Boruto, THEN FMA: Brotherhood, then Death Note" because this is an absolute CRIME. (note my heavy sarcasm here, please.)
I'm so SO glad I picked up this book and that the reviews were spot on. This heartfelt story is absolutely worth the read!
“You deserve to be loved,” he tells me, then kisses me. “You deserve all of my love.”
p.s. "Felix" meaning happy, and in turn making this book title "happy ever after," was the absolute cherry on top of this book!
You’re beautiful. You’re important. You’re valid.
You’re perfect."
The second I read the dedication above, I knew this book was going to play with my heartstrings. Everything about this book--the writing, characters (especially the lovingly complex Felix), and overarching themes--did exactly that. Felix's initial view of himself was heartbreaking: being “one marginalization too many”. My heart ached at the constant invalidation and aggressions Felix faced, both on a macro and micro scale. I laughed when
Most importantly, I loved the perspective this story shares. I'll never understand fully what it's like to experience the world like Felix has, but this story peeled back the curtain for a moment to give readers a glimpse at what that might look like. I'm forever grateful to those who share their burning stories like this one, and I'm so glad it was heard by a larger group of people.
“You don’t get to use my pain to make your point.”
I almost rated 4 stars, however, because of the line "First best show is Boruto, THEN FMA: Brotherhood, then Death Note" because this is an absolute CRIME. (note my heavy sarcasm here, please.)
I'm so SO glad I picked up this book and that the reviews were spot on. This heartfelt story is absolutely worth the read!
“You deserve to be loved,” he tells me, then kisses me. “You deserve all of my love.”
p.s. "Felix" meaning happy, and in turn making this book title "happy ever after," was the absolute cherry on top of this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia
Moderate: Bullying and Hate crime
wordsmaderight_'s review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-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
4.25
An important book with a great, important message. It's always refreshing seeing /and reading/ books with this kind of representation. As Kacen explains on their author's note, stories like this and characters like Felix have to have a place on the media, because they exist, they matter and they help people find answers. I'm glad that new generations get to grow up with books like Felix Ever After.
I really liked the story, the writing, the characterization and settings. There was also so much character development!!!!! That always makes me excited and happy. It's also a super fast read and the pace is super consistent. The one thing I didn't like were the main tropes and all the underage drinking / smoking. Other than that: great book.
I really liked the story, the writing, the characterization and settings. There was also so much character development!!!!! That always makes me excited and happy. It's also a super fast read and the pace is super consistent. The one thing I didn't like were the main tropes and all the underage drinking / smoking. Other than that: great book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Deadnaming, Transphobia, Abandonment, Hate crime, and Emotional abuse
sloanadrouny's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia, Outing, Hate crime, Gaslighting, and Bullying
Moderate: Toxic friendship, Drug use, and Alcohol
Minor: Deadnaming
yvonne_cl's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Deadnaming, Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Outing, Abandonment, Transphobia, and Homophobia
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Drug use
Minor: Sexual content
achillesmatt24's review against another edition
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
my god did I fall in love with their writing style,
Not only did callender never use felix’s deadname but the way he describes felix’s feelings about gender resonated with me so clearly and helped *me* come to terms with my gender.
They also describe felix’s process of creating art in the most beautiful way.
Something else I loved???
The discussion of class.
Seeing felix talk with his more privileged friend resonated with me so much and it was written so incredibly well, especially when they discuss their future together.
Not only did callender never use felix’s deadname but the way he describes felix’s feelings about gender resonated with me so clearly and helped *me* come to terms with my gender.
They also describe felix’s process of creating art in the most beautiful way.
Something else I loved???
The discussion of class.
Seeing felix talk with his more privileged friend resonated with me so much and it was written so incredibly well, especially when they discuss their future together.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia and Hate crime