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helenafaustina's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I should preface this with saying that I just picked it up because it was popular. I didn’t have any excitement for it, or high expectations. But I did assume it would be better. But I did read it in five days, so I’ll give it fast-paced.
The main character, America Singer, was… annoying. I know a lot of people seem to dislike her name, but I think that America is a lovely name. 🇺🇸😂 She doesn’t think things through unless some bad shock happens to her. She’s rude, not to mention a not-like-other-girls type who thinks she isn’t pretty when she’s gorgeous, doesn’t like makeup, and prefers pants so much she had special allowance to wear them at the palace. I liked how she could recognize her faults, but that was few and far between and she didn’t really change from it. I liked her relationship with her sister, May, and with her maids. The only thing about her (by herself) that I liked was at the end, whenshe fiiiinally told Aspen “no” . Speaking of Aspen…
NO. Me no likey. Even when he was set up to be liked I didn’t. I don’t trust him and he’s just that annoying, sus, handsome guy.
Maxon was nice. Actually decent. Sometimes he annoyed me, but the whole point of the book is that he’s dating multiple women, so it was only a matter of time before he could annoy me. 😂 It’s definitely a lot like The Bachelor tv show, although more appropriate.
I didn’t like the romance. I’ve never liked love triangles, and ESPECIALLY when a character likes two people. That’s never something I understand or liked. The plot was very predictable, my updates have predictions that came true (and it wasn’t from a lot of detective work). However, it’s entertaining, so if you just wanted something only for the fun of it then this is good.
The main character, America Singer, was… annoying. I know a lot of people seem to dislike her name, but I think that America is a lovely name. 🇺🇸😂 She doesn’t think things through unless some bad shock happens to her. She’s rude, not to mention a not-like-other-girls type who thinks she isn’t pretty when she’s gorgeous, doesn’t like makeup, and prefers pants so much she had special allowance to wear them at the palace. I liked how she could recognize her faults, but that was few and far between and she didn’t really change from it. I liked her relationship with her sister, May, and with her maids. The only thing about her (by herself) that I liked was at the end, when
NO. Me no likey. Even when he was set up to be liked I didn’t. I don’t trust him and he’s just that annoying, sus, handsome guy.
Maxon was nice. Actually decent. Sometimes he annoyed me, but the whole point of the book is that he’s dating multiple women, so it was only a matter of time before he could annoy me. 😂 It’s definitely a lot like The Bachelor tv show, although more appropriate.
I didn’t like the romance. I’ve never liked love triangles, and ESPECIALLY when a character likes two people. That’s never something I understand or liked. The plot was very predictable, my updates have predictions that came true (and it wasn’t from a lot of detective work). However, it’s entertaining, so if you just wanted something only for the fun of it then this is good.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Classism
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Cursing, Medical trauma, Murder, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Violence
Minor: Mass/school shootings and Panic attacks/disorders
Some concerning aspects are passionate romance, not to the worst level, but enough to skip a paragraph or two. Some crass language for sensitive issues. D*mn and h*ll are used a handful of times. I'd say for age 15+.hazydazywaffles's review
adventurous
lighthearted
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
3.75
I loved the plot of this story. The writing was great, very descriptive and it just really pulled you in. I can see why this book is hyped up so much. But, there were some things I didn't love. There were sexual things both talked about directly and indirectly, but nothing more than that. Also, there were a few times where the dword showed up. Overall, great story, loved Maxon, but wish some things weren't included. will continue the series
Content Warnings
Minor: Cursing
fairly minor, the dwordreadingwithmeredith's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
5.0
Reread January 2023:
This book is still got to be my favorite book! I had forgotten so many details because I have read so much since then, but it still sucked me in and I didn’t want to put it down during the reread! I LOVE this book and still feel like nothing quite compares to it no matter how hard I try.
Original review from 2016:
Honestly one of the best young adult books I have read in a long time. Though it is fairly predictable it was still a major page turner for me as I read it in a day. An easy but quite enjoyable read. A good taste of sweet romance with a little action. First off, it is clean for once. Second, sex is seen as something valuable (it's not a main subject but just an observation that stuck out). Third, both the men and woman are strong characters. And finally, it's just so nice to read something refreshing and mainly light hearted. I don't read fiction often because I find it either disappointing or disheartening but this book has been a refreshing read. It would make a great TV series or movie. I want to read the next books so bad I ordered them on Amazon before I finished this book.
This book is still got to be my favorite book! I had forgotten so many details because I have read so much since then, but it still sucked me in and I didn’t want to put it down during the reread! I LOVE this book and still feel like nothing quite compares to it no matter how hard I try.
Original review from 2016:
Honestly one of the best young adult books I have read in a long time. Though it is fairly predictable it was still a major page turner for me as I read it in a day. An easy but quite enjoyable read. A good taste of sweet romance with a little action. First off, it is clean for once. Second, sex is seen as something valuable (it's not a main subject but just an observation that stuck out). Third, both the men and woman are strong characters. And finally, it's just so nice to read something refreshing and mainly light hearted. I don't read fiction often because I find it either disappointing or disheartening but this book has been a refreshing read. It would make a great TV series or movie. I want to read the next books so bad I ordered them on Amazon before I finished this book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Classism
Minor: Alcohol, War, Cursing, and Kidnapping
theoriginalkidinthecorner's review
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying, Sexual content, Infertility, Mental illness, and Cursing
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