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4.02 AVERAGE
4.02 AVERAGE
Took me a minute to like the MC but once I started to learn more about his history and struggles I was rooting for him. A great YA read for queer youth and for this Jones Generation queer.
It's got a rom-com feel, especially at the end, but overall it dealt with some pretty heavy topics in an honest, nuanced way. As a queer person who grew up loving the song, I am so glad this book exists.
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
The themes in this book are so freaking important. It's nice seeing a healthy representation of AMAB mental health!
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
medium-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
I got a jump scare when I saw a Ugandan dish mentioned lol
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A really really great complicated main character--if this book gets into the right hands it'll be a big deal. I did find the other characters in the book to be a bit thinly drawn but I still really enjoyed it.