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reading_rebellion's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-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? No
3.75
Super cute and wholesome slow burn romance based emotional intimacy and connection instead of just sex which I personally really love. I loved awkwardness, the banter and love between Alice and Takumi.
Likes
I liked the writing style and the story. It really is a coming of age story with some romance mixed in. This is definitely a book for the nerds.
Ace rep! Black Ace rep!!
Multicultural characters with the FMC being Black and the MMC being Asian
I appreciate the author including social and cultural dialogue that didn't become the whole story. I appreciated the author representing a version of a Black woman that is middle class and that grew suburban areas and all that comes with. Black middle class and suburban families isn't talked about or seen enough in books even though it's very common occurrence.
No Black trauma and struggle porn!
Dislikes
Alice's voice as a character did read somewhat kiddie, but it is a YA novel and she is also not far out of high school at 20 so that makes since.
Alice parents especially her narcassistic, overbearing mom and pushy sister.
I listened to this as an audiobook and the narrator was a little inconsistent with the male characters, but being picky.
Overall good Ace rep! Perfect for high school, college aged and early 20s or anyone who wants to understand Asexuality and a part of the Ace spectrum better.
Likes
I liked the writing style and the story. It really is a coming of age story with some romance mixed in. This is definitely a book for the nerds.
Ace rep! Black Ace rep!!
Multicultural characters with the FMC being Black and the MMC being Asian
I appreciate the author including social and cultural dialogue that didn't become the whole story. I appreciated the author representing a version of a Black woman that is middle class and that grew suburban areas and all that comes with. Black middle class and suburban families isn't talked about or seen enough in books even though it's very common occurrence.
No Black trauma and struggle porn!
Dislikes
Alice's voice as a character did read somewhat kiddie, but it is a YA novel and she is also not far out of high school at 20 so that makes since.
Alice parents especially her narcassistic, overbearing mom and pushy sister.
I listened to this as an audiobook and the narrator was a little inconsistent with the male characters, but being picky.
Overall good Ace rep! Perfect for high school, college aged and early 20s or anyone who wants to understand Asexuality and a part of the Ace spectrum better.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Acephobia/Arophobia
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, and Gaslighting
Minor: Cursing, Drug use, and Alcohol
whiteflowerose's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Biphobia, Body shaming, Bullying, Misogyny, Racism, Toxic relationship, Acephobia/Arophobia, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
librarybookscene's review
emotional
informative
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Biphobia, Mental illness, Racism, Acephobia/Arophobia, and Gaslighting