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jacktardis's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-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
4.5
akiikomori's review
5.0
I don't know what it is about this book...
If I had to say one thing about this book is that it was NICE.
Like NICE with a SMILEY FACE at the end.
It was not what I expected at all - honestly I had very low expectations for it and picked it up because it was based in Toronto, but I was genuinely surprised at how much I enjoyed the story.
There were times were it tugged at the heart strings and the content was very emotional being an Asian born Canadian and maybe a Chinese born Canadian may relate to this better but a lot of the emotions, expectations and feelings were all there.
I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this story.
Definitely recommending it to people who want a NICE read (not so much #torontorepresent since it was just like... hey let me mention this thing, and this thing - also one of the dim sum restaurants mentioned in the book... I found it and apparently the reviews are very awful and I'm afraid to step inside....)
If I had to say one thing about this book is that it was NICE.
Like NICE with a SMILEY FACE at the end.
It was not what I expected at all - honestly I had very low expectations for it and picked it up because it was based in Toronto, but I was genuinely surprised at how much I enjoyed the story.
There were times were it tugged at the heart strings and the content was very emotional being an Asian born Canadian and maybe a Chinese born Canadian may relate to this better but a lot of the emotions, expectations and feelings were all there.
I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this story.
Definitely recommending it to people who want a NICE read (not so much #torontorepresent since it was just like... hey let me mention this thing, and this thing - also one of the dim sum restaurants mentioned in the book... I found it and apparently the reviews are very awful and I'm afraid to step inside....)
jennkei's review
3.0
I loved the main matchmaking plot but the abusive family subplot was so uncomfortable. I really don't know.
wjslater6's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
colleen_be's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
5.0
readwithsarahkay's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
3.75
looker09's review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Death, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Suicide
flyinglark's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
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
4.0
I loved listening to Sophie Go have her much-deserved found family and find her footing in life. Each of the seven old ducks has a unique and wholesome characterization. However, Sophie's mother was a destructive stormcloud in the heartwarming tale. Every time that Sophie has a soft win in life, Sophie's mother on cue is there to ruin it all. Roselle Lim's writing had me appalled at the sheer audacity and toxicity in a single woman, especially with the enabling behaviour of her father. At times, I related to Sophie and felt empathy for her. At least Sophie has her Old Ducks to support her.
I also loved the descriptions of Toronto and the mouth-watering food mentioned in the book. The magical realism was a nice touch as well. The romance was sweet, but not the main plot. I would have binged in a single day if I had the physical book.
I look forward to reading more of Roselle Lim's works.
joyce409's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It’s an adorable and engaging story with lovable characters and antagonist who sparks real rage.