Reviews tagging 'Bullying'

La gravedad entre nosotros by Phil Stamper

3 reviews

nightshaderoots's review against another edition

adventurous challenging emotional hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This was my very first audiobook and I'm glad that it was. All of the characters were endearing and charming. They showcased how relationships are impacted by mental health and showed that just because you have these issues it doesn't mean that you are broken. All of the supporting characters felt lived in and had their own goals and dreams. That being said I felt that the main character didn't really grow as much as I would have preferred but then again he's just a kid and still trying to navigate his own life. There were sweet moments of intimacy and parts of the story that was hard to read. Some people just can't be fixed nor do they need to be. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Bullying, Alcohol, and Mental illness

Minor: Grief, Death, and Panic attacks/disorders

emmaward55's review against another edition

hopeful inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

I don't care about space. Never have. It always seemed so big and empty and boring to me, when our own planet is full of vibrant life everywhere you look. 

Stamper's debut novel made me care. It swept me up in the eager sense of adventure and discovery and it made me wish NASA really was making these arrangements in real life. It made me wish I'd been able to appreciate being born in a world pre-moon landing, just for that incredible moment of knowing we'd done the seemingly impossible. How amazing must that have felt? 

We get a glimpse of it in Stamper's prose and he really captures something special in each chapter. The writing itself is compelling, easy to read and heart-warmingly REAL. The only time I put this book down was to sleep! The fast pace and dramatic twists felt expertly tweaked to create a genuine reaction in the reader. I found myself crying out at the juiciest moments, my emotions on the line as well as Cal's own personal stakes.

I know there's a short story sequel to this book and I'll 100% be picking it up. Until then, I recommend that you get your hands on this book. If it can make my anti-space self care about our universe, it'll be ideal for anyone who thinks there's value in looking to the stars.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death and Mental illness

Moderate: Toxic relationship, Alcohol, Panic attacks/disorders, and Grief

Minor: Infidelity, Vomit, and Bullying

Also: Moderate: Plane crash, underage drinking Re: Toxic relationship -

this is entirely about parents who have loud, regular fights. It doesn't step into verbal abuse and it's more of a communication problem than anything else, but it's a strong theme at the start of the book. It improves in time and becomes healthy with effort from both parties.

megplant's review against another edition

emotional hopeful lighthearted 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

4.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Death, and Mental illness