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3.72 AVERAGE
3.72 AVERAGE
Absolutely loved this book, it’s the only one I’ve ever read in which any character has PCOS and it made me feel so seen. Also, I was literally considering pulling an all nighter even though I had work in the morning to finish this at one point because I was just a squealing mess which never happens to me anymore.
Probably would be a 4 star for me in terms of plot progression, writing, etc., but I can’t rate it any lower than 5 stars just because of how it made me feel.
Probably would be a 4 star for me in terms of plot progression, writing, etc., but I can’t rate it any lower than 5 stars just because of how it made me feel.
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was, overall, quite a sweet story. Loved the representation!
There was probably a bit too much conflict and miscommunication trope for me.
There was probably a bit too much conflict and miscommunication trope for me.
I was pleasantly surprised by this! It's absolutely predictable, but really cute and full of adorable chemistry.
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
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
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
This was cute YA Romance. I enjoyed listening to it and felt like it had decent representation that is needed in books.
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I enjoyed this book a lot. It is a high school, young adult book, but it was still very enjoyable as an adult. Rory struggles with her weight and how people see her because of it. I feel like the author captured the emotions of high school mean girls very well. I did feel bad for Beckett but everything worked out in the end. I will definitely be checking out more of the Curvy Girls Club.
I saw the collection being advertised on Instagram and thought the premise looked interesting, so got the set.
I’m pleasantly surprised by Kelsie’s writing. She sets a scene well, and gives a great perspective for someone who’s health determines so much of their life.
Rory was a great first narrator, she’s soft-hearted and introspective. Some thoughts were repeated throughout the story, but it lends to someone trying to battle their demons as they go through the throes of adolescence.
I liked the attention given to PCOS. I have a few friends with PCOS, I have CFS/ME, so giving so much valuable information to hidden illnesses with hormonal imbalances felt like something different, and a great way to raise awareness.
Beckett was a decent leading man. I liked the contrast of his kindness and the rigidity of his body in football games. He was let down at the climax, but soon came back to himself.
And that brings me to the plot. It was wonderful seeing someone withdrawn flourish as she found friends, love, and respect for herself. The battle with an overbearing mother (a generational thing, it seems) was very realistic. But I hated the climax, and that’s what dropped my rating to a 4. It was generic, and predictable, and after everything else that Kelsie had written, it felt forced. There were other ways it could have been handled to make it true to the characters and still have seemed similar. Like Beckett not knowing what to say, Rory’s friends sticking up for her, her brother Aiden standing up against the masses.
I was also confused as to why Rory’s friends turned on her once she achieved the aim of their plotting. I was drawing the conclusion that, because Beckett had been in a fight that night, the boy he fought was Jordan’s boyfriend, but that wasn’t it at all. It just felt strange that they’d fall apart so quickly and easily when they’d shared such a great bond.
Overall it was a great read though, and I’ll be making my way through the rest of the Curvy Girls Club books.
I’m pleasantly surprised by Kelsie’s writing. She sets a scene well, and gives a great perspective for someone who’s health determines so much of their life.
Rory was a great first narrator, she’s soft-hearted and introspective. Some thoughts were repeated throughout the story, but it lends to someone trying to battle their demons as they go through the throes of adolescence.
I liked the attention given to PCOS. I have a few friends with PCOS, I have CFS/ME, so giving so much valuable information to hidden illnesses with hormonal imbalances felt like something different, and a great way to raise awareness.
Beckett was a decent leading man. I liked the contrast of his kindness and the rigidity of his body in football games. He was let down at the climax, but soon came back to himself.
And that brings me to the plot. It was wonderful seeing someone withdrawn flourish as she found friends, love, and respect for herself. The battle with an overbearing mother (a generational thing, it seems) was very realistic. But I hated the climax, and that’s what dropped my rating to a 4. It was generic, and predictable, and after everything else that Kelsie had written, it felt forced. There were other ways it could have been handled to make it true to the characters and still have seemed similar. Like Beckett not knowing what to say, Rory’s friends sticking up for her, her brother Aiden standing up against the masses.
I was also confused as to why Rory’s friends turned on her once she achieved the aim of their plotting. I was drawing the conclusion that, because Beckett had been in a fight that night, the boy he fought was Jordan’s boyfriend, but that wasn’t it at all. It just felt strange that they’d fall apart so quickly and easily when they’d shared such a great bond.
Overall it was a great read though, and I’ll be making my way through the rest of the Curvy Girls Club books.