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anja0208's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
sad
tense
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
4.0
cerynjq's review against another edition
4.0
Found this book as a sophomore but never read it. Ended up checking it out from the library two years later on a day when I didn't have any other books with me. The pace of the book felt slower than most of what I normally read, but it was still VERY relatable and incredibly well written. LaCour's ability to capture and convey the emotions that accompany loss and change felt like a breath of fresh air. The ending made me cry, so (as someone who doesn't often cry at books) the entire book has stayed with me. I'm glad I chose to read "Hold Still" after all.
flatreads's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.5
lucie_lovebook's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
orchidsandclouds's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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
5.0
nyxonyxdust's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide and Grief
imldsquared's review against another edition
4.0
I was concerned about starting this book when I did. A student at the school where I teach chose to take his life and I thought my timing might have too big of an impact. However, I feel like I read an accurate portrayal of all the multiple emotions felt by those left behind and the one who chose to leave. I have several students who knew it was in my queue and are now reading it for themselves. One has suggested that it is helping. I can only hope.
lottie1803's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
4.0
samurzel's review
emotional
hopeful
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
4.5