A review by the_bookishkat
One for All by Lillie Lainoff

adventurous emotional hopeful 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

4.5

Wow! One For All is brilliant. Once you dive into the Parisian world with Tania, the protagonist, you'll be immersed into a story of tension, drama and intrigue. The premise of the book was incredible: I loved watching a female group thrive together in such feisty, yet still feminine ways. I loved that the girls weren't restricted by their gender to fight and stand up for themselves, while still indulging each other in conversations about feminine things. Especially, I loved that each character acted their own age: this makes for a believable YA novel that is authentic and gripping.

While the story was a bit slow to start off with, it perfectly led us to understand Tania's character, and particularly how her POTS affects her lifestyle. I was very endeared to her right from the start and this only grew as the narrative went on. Lainoff's depiction of chronic illness as not debilitating or embarrassing makes Tania a beautiful character; her personal growth was so strong and captivating. You can really tell as a reader that Lainoff has considered all aspects of how POTS would be considered in the time period, even considering how the other characters can provide aids such as a pulley system to help Tania thrive with her condition. 

Ultimately, this book is a great debut. If you're after found family, a realistic depiction of the time period and some powerful, intelligent women solving mysteries, this is truly the book for you!

Thanks to Titan Books and NetGalley for access to this ARC!