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sarahbc93_'s review against another edition
4.0
Lol, I’ve just realised that I’ve not put in any updates about how I’ve been getting on with this book, but I’ve literally just blown my way through it since finishing work earlier on today! Ah well!
This was a really lovely debut book. I loved the ways that different platonic relationships were described, how each of the side characters felt unique and fresh and yet fleshed out? And the descriptions around the burn out that the MC faces just from sheer family pressure was really interesting to read as well, because I may not have a PHD in “space stuff” but I definitely get family pressure.
And I really enjoyed reading about her wife, although I wish we had seen a little bit more of her. The writing itself was really lovely and flowed really well which I think contributed to the fact that I finished it not long after starting it.
I think the only thing that detracted from it a little bit for me personally, was the sudden realisation that the MC was nearly 30 here and yet it reads a little more like a coming of age story instead? Sometimes I felt like she should have been a little younger, or the writing around like her life and her experiences a little more mature? Like I say, it was literally the only thing but once I had noticed it, I couldn’t help but keep noticing it.
This was a really lovely debut book. I loved the ways that different platonic relationships were described, how each of the side characters felt unique and fresh and yet fleshed out? And the descriptions around the burn out that the MC faces just from sheer family pressure was really interesting to read as well, because I may not have a PHD in “space stuff” but I definitely get family pressure.
And I really enjoyed reading about her wife, although I wish we had seen a little bit more of her. The writing itself was really lovely and flowed really well which I think contributed to the fact that I finished it not long after starting it.
I think the only thing that detracted from it a little bit for me personally, was the sudden realisation that the MC was nearly 30 here and yet it reads a little more like a coming of age story instead? Sometimes I felt like she should have been a little younger, or the writing around like her life and her experiences a little more mature? Like I say, it was literally the only thing but once I had noticed it, I couldn’t help but keep noticing it.
obstinateheadstrongcurl's review against another edition
emotional
sad
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
4.0
Is there a word for an adult coming-of-age story? That’s what Honey Girl is, with a side of romance. This was sweet and sad and heartwarming, all rolled into one. If you’re looking for a sad-girl romance, try this one.
lakeshorelibrarian's review
4.0
This is a great story -- difficult to describe without spoilers. When her father and stepmother give her tickets to Las Vegas for a weekend to celebrate her PhD graduation, Grace Porter doesn't expect it to change her life, but it does.
Her complicated family, drive for perfection, and perfectly executed life plan don't leave a lot of space for romance or new adventures, so Grace is not sure how to react.
The characters in the book are people you would like to know, or people you DO know and would like to forget. Grace's journey is as unique as her profession and ambition and as quirky as her family.
Highly recommended.
#NetGalley #LJDOD #Morgan_Rogers #
Her complicated family, drive for perfection, and perfectly executed life plan don't leave a lot of space for romance or new adventures, so Grace is not sure how to react.
The characters in the book are people you would like to know, or people you DO know and would like to forget. Grace's journey is as unique as her profession and ambition and as quirky as her family.
Highly recommended.
#NetGalley #LJDOD #Morgan_Rogers #
myriam1993's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
sad
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
brisingr's review against another edition
4.0
NO, absolutely no one does it like queer people when it comes to beautiful language. the writing in this book blew me apart, what a wonderful style, what care in picking the words, what metaphors born out of emotions.
NO, i did not expect the subject of this book to hit so fucking close to home. grateful for this coming of age story that shows you never truly stop being lost in the world, you never have your shit figured out, you're never as much of an adult as everyone else around pretends you are. i think a lot of people will relate to the main character's struggles and issues, as well as overall feelings. it was great.
YES, i am absolutely in love with all the friendships in here!!!! queer group of friends, the most beautiful thing on earth.
YES, i am possibly very biased in rating this book, but it worked for me!!! and sometimes you just find a story at the exact moment when you need it. this is one of those times.
It breaks something, to acknowledge out loud that it will not be easy, no matter where she looks. She mourns for the optimism she felt right after graduation, when she thought, I have come this far, and I will go even farther, and no one can stop me.
NO, i did not expect the subject of this book to hit so fucking close to home. grateful for this coming of age story that shows you never truly stop being lost in the world, you never have your shit figured out, you're never as much of an adult as everyone else around pretends you are. i think a lot of people will relate to the main character's struggles and issues, as well as overall feelings. it was great.
YES, i am absolutely in love with all the friendships in here!!!! queer group of friends, the most beautiful thing on earth.
YES, i am possibly very biased in rating this book, but it worked for me!!! and sometimes you just find a story at the exact moment when you need it. this is one of those times.
It breaks something, to acknowledge out loud that it will not be easy, no matter where she looks. She mourns for the optimism she felt right after graduation, when she thought, I have come this far, and I will go even farther, and no one can stop me.
roanfrancis's review
2.0
This was a nosedive for me - went in with high hopes for some gay escapism, then quickly lost interest and quit. It was just too twee and overwritten - too many trailing spell herbs and sea salt honey hair and rosebud cheeks and unearned pining. This might be an unfair review bc I only made it like 15% through.
jovissp's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
hcpanda's review
5.0
Okay I’ll keep this synopsis brief since I have so many words on how I feel about the book.
Grace wakes up in the morning in Vegas and finds she has married a girl she met the previous night and remembers nothing. What a beginning! But the book changes direction completely when we follow Grace home and see how she is living life trying to find a career and a place in the world as a black, queer, women in the world. And how she can find a way to overcome her anxieties of trying to please others.
Oh my word I loved this one. I wasn’t sure how I felt at first because the writing style is a bit different. But it’s almost poetic and it was so beautiful once I really allowed myself to get into it. This book at times made my think of The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson. This is probably my favorite sapphic novel I’ve read. I haven’t read many but this takes the cake. Grace is an astronomer and her wife, Yuki, hosts a radio show where she talks about the supernatural. Omg I was jealous of them both and their badass-ness.
And this book is perfect for millennials who have been in that place or currently in the place of feeling lost and unsure of the future. Our purpose, our plan, and the pressures of life.
So much representation in this, I loved the diversity of characters. I loved the relationships and love expressed through all of these characters: family, friends, room mates, lovers.
And did I mention mental health? Oh my this book hits the nail on the head on mental illness. I related to both characters in this who battle mental illness. It speaks highly of medicine, therapy, and the importance of a support system. So so good. I recommend this one for anyone looking for a beautiful sapphic love story. A story of finding ones self. A story about mental illness. Or a story about friendships and family.
Grace wakes up in the morning in Vegas and finds she has married a girl she met the previous night and remembers nothing. What a beginning! But the book changes direction completely when we follow Grace home and see how she is living life trying to find a career and a place in the world as a black, queer, women in the world. And how she can find a way to overcome her anxieties of trying to please others.
Oh my word I loved this one. I wasn’t sure how I felt at first because the writing style is a bit different. But it’s almost poetic and it was so beautiful once I really allowed myself to get into it. This book at times made my think of The Sky is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson. This is probably my favorite sapphic novel I’ve read. I haven’t read many but this takes the cake. Grace is an astronomer and her wife, Yuki, hosts a radio show where she talks about the supernatural. Omg I was jealous of them both and their badass-ness.
And this book is perfect for millennials who have been in that place or currently in the place of feeling lost and unsure of the future. Our purpose, our plan, and the pressures of life.
So much representation in this, I loved the diversity of characters. I loved the relationships and love expressed through all of these characters: family, friends, room mates, lovers.
And did I mention mental health? Oh my this book hits the nail on the head on mental illness. I related to both characters in this who battle mental illness. It speaks highly of medicine, therapy, and the importance of a support system. So so good. I recommend this one for anyone looking for a beautiful sapphic love story. A story of finding ones self. A story about mental illness. Or a story about friendships and family.
orissa's review
4.0
Aw, this was so sweet! I want a movie adaptation! (IMAGINE the soundtrack) which I never wish for after reading a book!! I especially loved Yuki as a character. I loved the writing style and how different kinds of intimacy were portrayed.
I did find there were a few too many characters, but they all felt real which was great.
A solid 4.5 out of 5.
I did find there were a few too many characters, but they all felt real which was great.
A solid 4.5 out of 5.