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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
"You're funny."
"It's both a blessing and a curse."
I think, this book changed my life in a way that I hadn't known I needed. And I've read like three other books that deals with mental health and this is by far my favourite read. It wasn't too focused on the romance, which I was so happy about. It was all about Norah and her story, her illness and how she deals/struggles with it every second of her life. It gave me a new insight on things I have no idea about. And I have found myself really, really enjoying reading YA books that deals with mental illnesses. It teaches me more about depression, anxiety, OCD or agoraphobia.
"Beauty comes from how you treat people and how you behave. But if a little lipstick makes you smile, then you should wear it and forget what anyone else thinks."
I also adored how healthy Norah's and her mother's relationships were. It was beautiful and was never turn into something so wrong. She supported Norah and Luke hanging out. She never ever said anything bad about Luke.
And boy, oh, boy . . . I tend to forget the reason why I tend to not read much of contemporary novels . . . I literally texted my friend saying that Luke is killing me and that I wish he was real and my boyfriend. Sheesh, he got me just that good. Super cute, respectful and open minded to learn about things that he didn't understand. I just cry. Luke is precious.
I find it so easy to fall in love with a male character. All they have to do is smile and I am sold.
Literally devoured this book in a day. It was just that good.
"I broke something beautiful. I cut away the one thing that made me feel like I wasn't just waiting for death, and I did it because I let my mind run riot."
"It's both a blessing and a curse."
I think, this book changed my life in a way that I hadn't known I needed. And I've read like three other books that deals with mental health and this is by far my favourite read. It wasn't too focused on the romance, which I was so happy about. It was all about Norah and her story, her illness and how she deals/struggles with it every second of her life. It gave me a new insight on things I have no idea about. And I have found myself really, really enjoying reading YA books that deals with mental illnesses. It teaches me more about depression, anxiety, OCD or agoraphobia.
"Beauty comes from how you treat people and how you behave. But if a little lipstick makes you smile, then you should wear it and forget what anyone else thinks."
I also adored how healthy Norah's and her mother's relationships were. It was beautiful and was never turn into something so wrong. She supported Norah and Luke hanging out. She never ever said anything bad about Luke.
And boy, oh, boy . . . I tend to forget the reason why I tend to not read much of contemporary novels . . . I literally texted my friend saying that Luke is killing me and that I wish he was real and my boyfriend. Sheesh, he got me just that good. Super cute, respectful and open minded to learn about things that he didn't understand. I just cry. Luke is precious.
I find it so easy to fall in love with a male character. All they have to do is smile and I am sold.
Literally devoured this book in a day. It was just that good.
"I broke something beautiful. I cut away the one thing that made me feel like I wasn't just waiting for death, and I did it because I let my mind run riot."
Rating: 3.75/5
I really enjoyed this book and has left a big impact on my life but it did at times trigger my own anxieties so I just want to make sure that everyone gets a trigger warning if you, yourself might have some of the thoughts that Norah has.
I did enjoy Norah's development and how it didn't seem like it's a problem that can in the end could be fixed but when she was mentally ready, it could be managed, which is more realistic.
I think I could've done without the romance in this book. I loved Luke as a character and the impact he had on Norah but I would've appreciated it more if he was just a friend, because sometimes when your own mind is against you, all you need is a friend.
I found Norah very relatable and I just found myself wanting to protect her throughout the entire book.
I think it also left a bigger impact on me when I learned that this is based on the author's own mental illness. It just makes it even more powerful and that's why everyone should read this book. I think it'll help to learn more about the needs and lifestyle of someone with severe mental illness!
I really enjoyed this book and has left a big impact on my life but it did at times trigger my own anxieties so I just want to make sure that everyone gets a trigger warning if you, yourself might have some of the thoughts that Norah has.
I did enjoy Norah's development and how it didn't seem like it's a problem that can in the end could be fixed but when she was mentally ready, it could be managed, which is more realistic.
I think I could've done without the romance in this book. I loved Luke as a character and the impact he had on Norah but I would've appreciated it more if he was just a friend, because sometimes when your own mind is against you, all you need is a friend.
I found Norah very relatable and I just found myself wanting to protect her throughout the entire book.
I think it also left a bigger impact on me when I learned that this is based on the author's own mental illness. It just makes it even more powerful and that's why everyone should read this book. I think it'll help to learn more about the needs and lifestyle of someone with severe mental illness!
"How can I expect people to empathise with a sickness they can't see?"
"You don't expect anything. You talk, you teach."
"You don't expect anything. You talk, you teach."
Rating: 4.5 stars
I wish that I had read this book last year! Right when it came out. Maybe even before it came out! But the ARC took a little longer to get to me, and by the time it was in my hands, I had already started drowning in what had been my reading schedule for the rest of 2017. I’m glad though, that I managed to read this book now, and just in time for the paperback release too (it was released today)!
Where to begin? Going into this read, I knew that the main character, Norah, suffered from agoraphobia and some other things. The synopsis is intriguing, and promises some cuteness. Of course, there is nothing cute about mental health though, and this book was a real eye-opener for me. I’ve suffered from anxiety over the years, but this book made me realize just how good I have it, though! Norah suffers so much (she has anxiety, OCD, and agoraphobia!) and it really broke my heart to read about her struggles. But I also learned a lot. Under Rose-Tainted Skies really gave me perspective.
Norah became very dear to me before I even made it halfway into the book (something which is rare for me, particularly with female characters, and especially when the book is written in the first person). But I became so invested in her, and her life, and her future, and how things would go with Luke. The love plot in this book made the romantic in me very very happy. And I absolutely loved Luke, and his interactions with Norah. I could go on and on about them, but I don’t want to spoil anything, so I’ll cut myself off there. I really liked Norah’s mom too. She was lovable and just a great mom, I think. The other characters were also quite fleshed out, even though they were minor, and I’ll remember all of them for quite some time.
The plot surpassed my expectations! I went in thinking that I’d read a fluffy contemporary novel with bits about mental health peppered in. But no, this was an intense rollercoaster ride of emotions, and I devoured the whole book in under 24 hours! It was quite dark at times, eye-opening (I’ve probably said that a million times already), and just entertaining overall. This book as not predictable (which is always something that I appreciate), and ugh, it was just really good. I also enjoyed the writing, and the humour mixed in with the darker subject matter (and how Norah’s character just really shone through the writing). I highly recommend Under Rose-Tainted Skies to all contemporary readers!
I wish that I had read this book last year! Right when it came out. Maybe even before it came out! But the ARC took a little longer to get to me, and by the time it was in my hands, I had already started drowning in what had been my reading schedule for the rest of 2017. I’m glad though, that I managed to read this book now, and just in time for the paperback release too (it was released today)!
Where to begin? Going into this read, I knew that the main character, Norah, suffered from agoraphobia and some other things. The synopsis is intriguing, and promises some cuteness. Of course, there is nothing cute about mental health though, and this book was a real eye-opener for me. I’ve suffered from anxiety over the years, but this book made me realize just how good I have it, though! Norah suffers so much (she has anxiety, OCD, and agoraphobia!) and it really broke my heart to read about her struggles. But I also learned a lot. Under Rose-Tainted Skies really gave me perspective.
Norah became very dear to me before I even made it halfway into the book (something which is rare for me, particularly with female characters, and especially when the book is written in the first person). But I became so invested in her, and her life, and her future, and how things would go with Luke. The love plot in this book made the romantic in me very very happy. And I absolutely loved Luke, and his interactions with Norah. I could go on and on about them, but I don’t want to spoil anything, so I’ll cut myself off there. I really liked Norah’s mom too. She was lovable and just a great mom, I think. The other characters were also quite fleshed out, even though they were minor, and I’ll remember all of them for quite some time.
The plot surpassed my expectations! I went in thinking that I’d read a fluffy contemporary novel with bits about mental health peppered in. But no, this was an intense rollercoaster ride of emotions, and I devoured the whole book in under 24 hours! It was quite dark at times, eye-opening (I’ve probably said that a million times already), and just entertaining overall. This book as not predictable (which is always something that I appreciate), and ugh, it was just really good. I also enjoyed the writing, and the humour mixed in with the darker subject matter (and how Norah’s character just really shone through the writing). I highly recommend Under Rose-Tainted Skies to all contemporary readers!
This was such a beautiful story. Mental illness comes in many forms and this was a great representation of that.
Norah is so sweet and so much stronger than she thinks. Her journey is so unique, she deals with everything like a champ. Watching her grow is amazing. Luke is actually the sweetest human ever. I love how persistent and patient he is. They’re literally the cutest.
Norah is so sweet and so much stronger than she thinks. Her journey is so unique, she deals with everything like a champ. Watching her grow is amazing. Luke is actually the sweetest human ever. I love how persistent and patient he is. They’re literally the cutest.
Surprisingly hilarious. Norah is such a lovable character and her mom and Luke are both just precious angels. I didn't dislike anything about this book. I love that a boy can't just force her into recovery like in some "mental health" books. I felt her fear in a lot of her situations because of how well-written this book is. Easy to read, super fun, and really meaningful book. ❤️
Trigger warnings for mental health disorders and symptom usage.