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yvonne_cl's review
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-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? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Colonisation, Racism, War, and Death
the_paperbackprincess's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
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? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cultural appropriation, Racism, Xenophobia, War, Grief, and Death
antonique_reads's review
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
slow-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
aargot1's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia, Racism, and Racial slurs
kaetheluise_nckl's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? N/A
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Racial slurs
Minor: Death, War, and Colonisation
maple_dove's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Easy and motivating page-turner for me! I like how this book didn't focus on JUST the romance. It focused on family too. A lot.
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Here are some special quote(s)!
"There are people out there who don't have the energy to help people get better. They just accept the other person's flaws, and sure, there's less conflict to deal with, but it's almost living out a lie. Then there are people who aren't afraid to point something's wrong--even something as little as a typo. In the end, you're making something better, and that's more than other people are willing to do."
"That's the best type of interview. You gave me room just talk." (Pg. 202)
I grin, thinking back to what Saffron just said. It wasn't wasn't date's destination that really mattered to her; it was the gesture. She seemed to appreciate something less extravagant, as long as it felt real. (Pg. 273)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Xenophobia
elliekolache37's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
serendipitysbooks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.0
A Pho Love Story features Bao and Linh, high school seniors whose parents own competing restaurants and whose hostility actually goes back much further. When a chance encounter brings Bao and Linh together sparks fly but how can they make it work? I listened to this on audio which I really liked for two main reasons. The story is told in the first person, alternating between Bao and Linh. Having both a male and female narrator added to the feeling of authenticity. Hearing the Vietnamese words and phrases pronounced correctly helped immerse me in the book’s world. This book has a strong coming of age element as Bao discovers a love of writing and Linh finds the courage to pursue her artistic passions despite her parents reservations. It also touches a little on the experiences of Vietnamese refugees. A solid, enjoyable feel-good read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
tlanereads's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.0
Characters that know how to communicate and actually have empathy towards themselves and others? That hold themselves accountable??
We love to see it!
Such a fun cast of characters. They aren’t free from flaws but there’s nothing controversial or extreme, and acknowledging and growing from their mistakes is a big thing in this read. The supporting cast is fun, with a variety of personalities.
Communicates grief and the life of immigrant families well with a nice emphasis on community and reconciliation.
We love to see it!
Such a fun cast of characters. They aren’t free from flaws but there’s nothing controversial or extreme, and acknowledging and growing from their mistakes is a big thing in this read. The supporting cast is fun, with a variety of personalities.
Communicates grief and the life of immigrant families well with a nice emphasis on community and reconciliation.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism and Xenophobia
Minor: Death
aoifefiona's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.5
When I saw this book in the store and saw that it was a modern day Romeo and Juliet, I knew I would love it, and I was right. I really, really enjoyed reading this. The love story was so beautiful, and their relationship was something I aspire to have one day. Would definitely recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism