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3.87 AVERAGE
3.87 AVERAGE
So well written and beautifully illustrated this arc in a young life. Love is a process, and you have to figure out what kind of love helps you grow, and what love just takes your sun little by little.
This kept This One Summer's uncanny resemblance to real life, but improved upon the plot points punching you in the gut and the resolution solidly hitting home.
This kept This One Summer's uncanny resemblance to real life, but improved upon the plot points punching you in the gut and the resolution solidly hitting home.
i had… tears after finishing this. i cannot believe i hadn’t read this comic until now.
this was a perfect exploration of messy queer romance and toxic relationships—and it has grace in abundance for teenagers royally messing up as they navigate the murky waters of finding out who they want to be. it’s rather intense throughout because of its candor in portraying just how dangerous and heady toxic relationships are, especially when you’re in the midst of one and cannot really see how it’s affecting your mental state and the people around you, but make no mistake, it’s also hilarious; the dialogue is some of the wittiest i’ve read in books period in a while.
altogether a heartwarming, beautiful read.
this was a perfect exploration of messy queer romance and toxic relationships—and it has grace in abundance for teenagers royally messing up as they navigate the murky waters of finding out who they want to be. it’s rather intense throughout because of its candor in portraying just how dangerous and heady toxic relationships are, especially when you’re in the midst of one and cannot really see how it’s affecting your mental state and the people around you, but make no mistake, it’s also hilarious; the dialogue is some of the wittiest i’ve read in books period in a while.
altogether a heartwarming, beautiful read.
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Gorgeous art and filled to the brim with all the messy-gay-vibes you could want, but overall too jumbly to warrant a higher rating.
It also tries to cover a lot of important topics, and while it doesn't manage to do every single one justice, it should still be acknowledged and praised for its attempt.
It also tries to cover a lot of important topics, and while it doesn't manage to do every single one justice, it should still be acknowledged and praised for its attempt.
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
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:
Yes
This was so good! Can't believe it took me this long to read it. I really loved the art style as well.
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
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:
Yes
Well that was emotional 🥲 a friend recommended this one, and I'm glad they did!
May I first of all say that Laura Dean sucks?? Curious to think what happens to her after high school, but also I wonder what stuff she had going on under the surface that made her like that.
Anyway, I don't think I've read many, if any, LGBTQIA+ stories that center around toxic relationships, so that was interesting to see. I also wasn't expecting theabortion part to come into the story at all, but I love the way it was handled. That was probably my favorite part, especially how Freddy finally came through for her friend and told Laura Dean to suck it lol. Relationships are hard. But friendships are so important, and I appreciate that message in this book. Also the art was really lovely and evoked the emotion of the book so well.
May I first of all say that Laura Dean sucks?? Curious to think what happens to her after high school, but also I wonder what stuff she had going on under the surface that made her like that.
Anyway, I don't think I've read many, if any, LGBTQIA+ stories that center around toxic relationships, so that was interesting to see. I also wasn't expecting the
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Abortion, Pregnancy
Moderate: Infidelity, Vomit, Alcohol
Minor: Medical content
a story of a toxic sapphic relationship. this illustrated the ramifications of unhealthy relationships on your life & other relationships. i think this YA story could be really helpful for young queer folks.