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sheilareads_'s review against another edition
I loved this book! I read it during a tough time in my life. Pure escapism. It had all the classic romance tropes that I’ve grown to enjoy. It’s a really wholesome read. I loved seeing Tessa evolve and the lessons she learned. I look forward to reading Bryant’s new book!
bg_oseman_fan's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
a solid entry in the ya romance genre. really shines for providing a u pair perspective. i like the character has flaws and they are not shied away from while also not being too harsh. i love how the story feel like it could be a very true story. very engaging writing
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, and Ableism
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Bullying
Minor: Deadnaming
ccunliffe's review against another edition
4.0
Great YA read! Really captures the intense feelings of being a teenager with drama at school and home. Excited to read the next installment!
izzys_internet_bookshelf's review against another edition
DNF
was too slow of a pace
was too slow of a pace
bcom's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
bookish_b's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-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
3.0
vrjul_'s review
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
4.5
jhna04's review against another edition
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
4.0
bexduck's review against another edition
4.0
A fun YA read. I'll give it a 3.5 for being predictable but the characters were likeable and I enjoyed it.
becbec624's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this book. I thought it had a lot of representation and while some things were brushed over, many others were touched on on a deeper level. The main character, Tessa, is clearly not perfect and I love that about her. She shows clear development and remorse from her actions. While I did not like all of the choices and actions she made and how much frustrations they gave me, there is a clear development which I loved. This book really hit home for me and showed how important it is to love and believe in yourself before you can expect that from anyone else.