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honestlyyours77's review
3.75
Hmm… I actually have say wondering what my opinion of this book was… I think on really enjoyed it lol it’s one of those rare time I actually rounded up as I would put it at a 3.75.
One issue I had was the transitions are clunky. There was one spot where it looks like a chapter is missing as the jump just doesn’t read well. However, it gets back on track easily.
It’s definitely a ride of twists and turns, a bit unrealistic and repetitive. But I like that it’s not a story that just ties everything up in a nice little package with a cheery bow.
The language is a bit jarring so you have to keep the time period in your mind as it’s just being authentic to the time period. However, I expect it may be triggering to some folks and probably should come with trigger warnings at the beginning of the book.
One issue I had was the transitions are clunky. There was one spot where it looks like a chapter is missing as the jump just doesn’t read well. However, it gets back on track easily.
It’s definitely a ride of twists and turns, a bit unrealistic and repetitive. But I like that it’s not a story that just ties everything up in a nice little package with a cheery bow.
The language is a bit jarring so you have to keep the time period in your mind as it’s just being authentic to the time period. However, I expect it may be triggering to some folks and probably should come with trigger warnings at the beginning of the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Drug abuse, Outing, Adult/minor relationship, Deadnaming, Murder, and Toxic relationship
hsheehan85's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- 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
2.75
The book started out really interesting. I liked following the story of the satanic panic during the 90s and what it was like to be gay during that time. Then, the main character kept making comments of something that happened and it felt like forever before we get to where it actually happens. Then takes even longer to get to the point of it all after the event. It felt to me like a lot of filler to make a longer book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic friendship, Toxic relationship, Murder, Transphobia, and Homophobia
Minor: Drug abuse, Drug use, and Bullying
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