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Nothing Burns as Bright as You by Ashley Woodfolk

32 reviews

caseythereader's review against another edition

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dark emotional sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

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saucy_bookdragon's review against another edition

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emotional reflective fast-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

3.5

"What does it feel like to be you?"

A story told with beautiful introspective poetry that will resonate with anyone interested in the idea that just because a love doesn't last doesn't mean it wasn't worth it. I loved that this portrayed a messy but ultimately loving relationship between two Black girls. The individual chapters are gorgeous and made me think, though I found the overall storyline behind the poetry to be less interesting. I also ADORED the author's note where Woodfolk discusses her experience with heartbreak from women.

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thissagreads's review against another edition

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emotional reflective sad tense 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? Yes

3.25

A SAD but relatable queer coming of age story that follows two best friends who are more than friends, down a spiral, each bringing out the worst in the other. It’s read almost like an entire journal entry or short story open letter, and the epilogue by the author was incredibly heartfelt and vulnerable.

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b3ck's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective fast-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

3.25

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sofiematthe's review against another edition

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dark emotional fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

We didn't "let" this happen.
We did it on purpose. With purpose.
We were making a statement.
We were making a point.
And even when it's right in front of them,
they're missing it:
our lives
are on fire
and
no one
fucking
cares.