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nightgoesblack's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Gaslighting
rachelmichelson's review against another edition
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Probably because the author is making this the first of a series, she felt the need to give the backstories on the entire cast, but it didn't flow for me.
The story would had been complete if we didn't learn so much about the supporting cast. They can get future books . Or maybe there were to many themes -- friendship, family, love -- that made it messy.
Oh, as a nitpick I hated the way the author wrote conversations. I became distracted with the phrasing .
Graphic: Gaslighting, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Grief
sinaprst's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
need I say more
I am so going to read the author`s next book about Astrid
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
Moderate: Bullying, Gaslighting, Cursing, and Alcohol
kyrstin_p1989's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Grief, Infidelity, Bullying, Death of parent, Toxic relationship, Blood, Classism, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Misogyny, and Sexual content
wisewayfarer's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Death of parent, Abandonment, Gaslighting, and Toxic relationship
melaniereadsbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Abandonment, Bullying, Misogyny, Death of parent, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Infidelity, Gaslighting, and Classism
theespressoedition's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
First and foremost, I loved the cast - the entire cast. Every single person was so valuable to the story and made it so interesting and balanced. There was no singular person who I thought could've been left out.
Secondly, the deeper conflicts in the book were just as excellent - if not more - than the romance itself. The fact that Delilah struggles throughout the book with her identity as a daughter and sister, despite being so confident in every other aspect of her life was so well done.
And on the other hand, there's Claire, a bi, single mom with the intense desire to make sure everyone around her is comfortable and happy - without really taking much care of herself and her own needs. She also struggles with raising her daughter, trusting her ex, and being happy with someone who her friends don't necessarily approve of.
There's a bit of a "forbidden love" vibe, which was almost addictive. The secret dating kept things steamy throughout the entire story, which was a lot of fun (especially at the spa *wink wink*). Even though the chemistry was there very early on, it was a slow burn but in the best way possible.
Of course, Astrid's story is a huge aspect of this book, which was a bit of a surprise. I figured the "get her away from her fiancé" thing wouldn't last super long, but it wound up being a really integral part. From what I've heard, the sequel is going to be primarily about Astrid, which I love. She was fascinating to me and I can't wait to see what happens in her life.
I would absolutely read this book again. It was cute and sweet but also had a ton of great depth!
Graphic: Death of parent, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, and Sexual content
Moderate: Sexism and Abandonment
Minor: Cancer
eve_lyn's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Onto the romance part of this book I thought it was fine. I donât love that. The reason Delilah got with Claire was essentially for bed and I know that it doesnât end up being like that in the long run but as somebody who grew up plus size itâs hard to read it the skinny hot person going out with a plus size person as a bet, even when it turns out fun. I also think that big, romantic gesture of taking the photo of Claire was creepy and not romantic. So it didnât really work as a romance story for me.
I think the relationships in the book between the characters are realistic. Like how Astrid and Delilah feel toward each other. And the friend group was heart warming.
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Homophobia and Gaslighting
toffishay's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexism, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, and Gaslighting
Minor: Death of parent and Grief
amivireads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
4.75
Delilah Green Doesnât Care is everything I need in a romance book, queer women falling in love while dealing with the difficulties that come with life.
Loneliest is always a topic in romance books, but I think this is the first time I felt that it was written well. Delilah is a new comfort character for me and I cried a few times reading her POV.
Delilah and Claireâs chemistry is just written so perfectly and I understand why they fell for each other. And although they fell in love in such a short amount of time, it didnât feel like insta-love.
One of the main issues many romance books have is how side characters are written. At times, side characters are forgotten which leaves the story feeling empty. Thankfully, this didnât happen here and most side characters had great development. Everyone but Iris, I wanted to learn more about her, but that never happened.
Overall, I love this book and canât wait for the next book, which is about Astrid(Delilahâs sister)
Graphic: Sexual content and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Alcohol and Misogyny
Minor: Death of parent, Death, and Gaslighting