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katyfayyyx's review against another edition
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
I am so disappointed about this book because I really thought I was going to love this book because I have only heard good things about this book and it gets so much hype but it just felt so and I mean painfully flat, like I was supposed to believe that the two main characters actually liked not even fancied each other because I fucking don't, these girls had no and I mean zero amount of chemistry. I just found this book really dull and boring and I was actually trying to like it and I don't think it all of it was shit but I think about 90% of it was because I did think there were just some fun moments but there was just something missing that just made me really dislike the story, it was just flat, flat and even more fucking flat. I also just thought that the two main characters were fucking awful why would you go to a party with your ex when the girl you are dating has told you that she actually likes you and you told her that you actually like her like I just couldn't cope with this book and their shit.
Also, the problem wasn't just with the two main characters and main romance, it was just the writing in general, all the side characters just gelled into one person like I didn't know who was talking or who anyone was until about 90% mark of this book and by that point, I just didn't give a shit anymore. I am also going to be a petty bitch for a minute like can queer books stop with the Harry Potter reference and let's just say the word Lesbain not 'little gay Ginny Weasley because that shit was not a hate crime.
I do think this book tried to talk and discuss problems that queer people and queer women face but there are just so many different books that just do it so much better, there is nothing that makes this book stand out. It is nothing new or special about this book and I really don't time it is worth your people or time. Like I did think the book has a cute ending but this book gave me fucking nothing.
Also, the problem wasn't just with the two main characters and main romance, it was just the writing in general, all the side characters just gelled into one person like I didn't know who was talking or who anyone was until about 90% mark of this book and by that point, I just didn't give a shit anymore. I am also going to be a petty bitch for a minute like can queer books stop with the Harry Potter reference and let's just say the word Lesbain not 'little gay Ginny Weasley because that shit was not a hate crime.
I do think this book tried to talk and discuss problems that queer people and queer women face but there are just so many different books that just do it so much better, there is nothing that makes this book stand out. It is nothing new or special about this book and I really don't time it is worth your people or time. Like I did think the book has a cute ending but this book gave me fucking nothing.
'You would think, based on the fact that I've watched the Say Anything... boom box scene a million times, that I wouldn't have bumblebees in my stomach when my cheerleader girlfreind reenacts it for me in the school parking lot. You would be wrong.'-Chapter Nineteen
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Bullying, Lesbophobia, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Alcohol, Outing, and Cursing
Minor: Car accident
klimatyczny_bluszcz's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I really appreciate sapphic books reading which bring me comfort and none of the characters dies in an accident or burns on the stake. However my standards for romances/romantic tropes are also quite high, so even though 'She drives me crazy' was a fast and adorable read, I have a few things to complain about.
Starting from the good points, I really liked the dynamic between the two main characters, the POC representation and the humor. I found the book really entertaining and have read it almost in one sitting. Parts I haven't enjoyed were very much problematic. It really boders me when a toxic behaviour isn't shown as 'such a bad thing' in young adult literature. The author made it clear that her statement abouttrying to make your ex jealous by paying someone to date you, only shows that you're not over them, and nothing else about you. It is completly not a red flag and your new partner, who have fell in love with you while fake dating you, shouldn't be worried about that behaviour. I also didn't like how rough and forced the switch from enemies to lovers was. I usually enjoy this trope, but here it hadn't been built well .
In the end I liked the story and the characters but have had a few remarks
Starting from the good points, I really liked the dynamic between the two main characters, the POC representation and the humor. I found the book really entertaining and have read it almost in one sitting. Parts I haven't enjoyed were very much problematic. It really boders me when a toxic behaviour isn't shown as 'such a bad thing' in young adult literature. The author made it clear that her statement about
In the end I liked the story and the characters but have had a few remarks
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia, Emotional abuse, and Toxic relationship
elizmoe's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Bullying, Classism, and Emotional abuse
ophycore's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic friendship, Lesbophobia, Toxic relationship, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Outing, Vomit, Alcohol, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Classism, Infidelity, and Car accident
Minor: Racism
jojo_'s review against another edition
emotional
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Alcohol, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Car accident, Emotional abuse, and Homophobia
Minor: Infidelity and Outing
yeojinqueen's review against another edition
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Lesbophobia, Outing, Toxic friendship, and Toxic relationship
amberinpieces's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
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
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, Cursing, and Lesbophobia
Minor: Drug use, Grief, Emotional abuse, Car accident, Injury/Injury detail, and Vomit
a_libra_library's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
3.0
Fake dating is always top tier and this was done well. Both characters had their reasons for agreeing to this relationship. Irene, our love interest, I love her! She's literally nothing like any other love interest I've read before so self-assure and confidence. I wish this book was co-written so I could read Irene (a desi, cheerleader who is an academic?? )
Scottie's character development and getting over her ex is perfect. The communication in this story got better as the story went on (I dont like the miscom trope)
Scottie's character development and getting over her ex is perfect. The communication in this story got better as the story went on (I dont like the miscom trope)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Homophobia, Lesbophobia, Mental illness, Bullying, Classism, Cursing, Emotional abuse, and Vomit
angelfireeast24's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Outing, Toxic relationship, Bullying, Classism, Emotional abuse, Car accident, Grief, and Homophobia
Minor: Drug abuse and Alcohol
sunbeam_reader's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia, Emotional abuse, and Alcohol