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kb_hg's review against another edition
5.0
libreroaming's review against another edition
4.0
A frank and honest book featuring four friends who enter into a "sex pact" to lose their virginity. "Cherry" juggles a lot of different topics, both related to sex and general friendship and dating questions, and Rosin presents each of the girls' journey without being clinical or preachy. It's a hard thing to write sex scenes for teens without going too far into purple prose, but while teens may snicker at a "vagina" description or smirk at "dick pic," the sparse narration never goes too far and still manages to capture the emotional as well as the technical aspects. This is definitely a book that is about sex, the expectations of sex (or choosing not to), and the way sex can be seen as a rite of passage; rather than a plot that has sex in it. A recommended read for an audience that wants examples of sex positivity, with a good character story to flesh it out.
faithl's review against another edition
3.0
I have to say this book was pretty funny.
Four girls, a sex pact and only limited time till graduation, it's a novel that will send you laughing.
Sex was obviously the focus of this book and I admit I did squirm and cringe quite a lot but I loved watching all of the friends grow together through a common experience.
I enjoyed the fact that this was a story about girls exploring their sexuality. The book is open about masturbation, lesbian sex and orgasms. It focuses on how women can enjoy sex and that it is a mutual act. The story pretty much smashes the misconception that sex is only for guys. The girls are open about their fears, desires, worries and experiences. T
here is a slight negative side though. I didn't like how the girls almost felt pressured to have sex. The girls just so happened to commit themselves to a sex pact when they're beginning to find love - COINCIDENCE MUCH. I didn't like how there was a deadline to lose your virginity and the urgency sort of removed some of the romance from it. Whilst being part of this pact, they all have their own individual storylines and in a weird way, the sex pact sort of united the four girls. Layla and her tendency to overplan, Alex and her spontaneous nature, Emma and her sexuality and Zoe finally coming out of her shell. Each of the girl at the end learn something.
For a book that deals with a serious topic, I enjoyed the light-hearted way it was dealt with. It's not a heavy book, it's a very fun one that deals with serious issues which made the book even more persuasive for me. But then again, the book's lightness did take away some of the depth that the book could have. Furthermore, The girl's tight friendship meant that they were supporting each other whilst also making a hilarious jokes about each other's sexual experience. I also loved how this book surrounded a close female friendship. At the same time, the books doesn't characterise their friendship as all sunshines and laughs. The girls do have a massive fight but the story makes sure to show that it is their love for each other that allows them to give in and apologise, further strengthening their friendship.
In summary, I'm sure you will enjoy 'Cherry'. It's an entertaining and light-hearted story that will nevertheless teach you that your sexuality is not something to be ashamed of.
theresab93's review against another edition
4.0
Cherry tells the story of 4 girls making a pact that they will lose their V-Card by graduation. A story of 4 best friends supporting each other, very sex positive, exploring their sexuality, and working out who their "right" person is.
It honestly felt real, especially in regards of talking about sex. I was expecting "sex is great" even for first times, but they talked about awkwardness, not achieving "fireworks" etc. I felt Rosin really took some care into these 4 characters and their individual story's and sexual exploitation.
My only issues were some of Layla's dialogue, especially in the group chat, and having to read "ohmigod" quite a few times. Could they not properly say "oh my god"?
rachelwrites007's review against another edition
4.0
craftychelc's review against another edition
4.0
runningonwords415's review against another edition
3.0
Honest, cute, and very straight forward, this book is enjoyable, but for a specific audience. While nothing happened perfectly along the way, everything did wrap up nicely by the end. Corny life lessons sprinkled throughout had variety depending on each character receiving the advice, but sometimes felt forced like:
"Emma had learned that moments like this one were fleeting. But she'd also learned that every once in a while, if you trusted and let things develop, everything would fall into place."
booksadithareaddy's review against another edition
4.0
lisamparkin's review against another edition
The writing is solid, if a bit odd. The story's told in third person with varying focuses on the five girls in the story. I think the author made this style work - I was a fan of it by the end.
The pacing and characters were great, but the end felt very rushed. I wished that had been thought out a bit more.
The relationships and complexities of having sex seemed realisticly portrayed - no insane romance novel level of perfection - awkwardness and insecurities included.