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devynreadsnovels's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Ableism, Bullying, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Chronic illness, Sexism, Injury/Injury detail, and Medical content
drraytay's review against another edition
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content, Ableism, Toxic relationship, and Chronic illness
Moderate: Bullying
danileah07's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
fast-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism and Chronic illness
hipearson's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
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
5.0
After reading give me a sign, I was really glad I got the chance to read the ARC for on the bright side.
I really loved this book and once I started it was hard to put down. As with all of Anna’s work, the disability representation is amazing and gives me a new perspective. As a partner of a hard of hearing person, Anna’s books really make me think critically about the accessibility of the world around me even in terms of my own relationship and household.
I highly recommend reading this book both for the information and experiences that clearly shine through the characters, but for a YA rom com that will have you giggling and kicking your feet throughout.
I really loved this book and once I started it was hard to put down. As with all of Anna’s work, the disability representation is amazing and gives me a new perspective. As a partner of a hard of hearing person, Anna’s books really make me think critically about the accessibility of the world around me even in terms of my own relationship and household.
I highly recommend reading this book both for the information and experiences that clearly shine through the characters, but for a YA rom com that will have you giggling and kicking your feet throughout.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Ableism, Chronic illness, and Terminal illness
Moderate: Medical content and Vomit
leahjanespeare's review against another edition
5.0
A touching and nuanced peek into the lives of two teenagers navigating the world with disabilities. As someone with a chronic illness similar to Jackson's, I found it extremely relatable and overwhelming (in a good way) to see his experiences and thoughts on the page leading up to and following his diagnosis. While this is a super sweet romance story at heart, I also loved seeing the differences in how Ellie and Jackson's families each approach their kid's disability. This novel dives into the real fears, insecurities, and frustrations living disabled in a world not built for you, and the importance of support systems and friendships through difficult times. On the Bright Side is absolutely beautiful in spirit, and full of emotion.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness
Moderate: Ableism
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