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tristatereader 's review for:
Imogen, Obviously
by Becky Albertalli
challenging
emotional
funny
tense
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:
No
Ok y’all. This book. This book right here. This booooooook [VERY DEEP INHALE].
Honestly, the reader letter that Becky wrote in the beginning could have been the entire book. I literally would have paid $19.99 for that letter. It spoke to my soul and also scared the shit out of me to experience Imogen’s journey. But I’m so glad I did.
Imogen, Obviously is a YA sapphic romcom about a high school senior’s journey to discovering her sexuality. Imogen is the world’s best ally. She loves her lesbian sister, queer besties, and her three copies of One Last Stop. Yep, Imogen is just cruising along, living her best straight life. But then Imogen goes to visit her bestie Lili at college and is introduced to her incredible crew of queer friends. Enter one of Lili’s lesbian friends, the adorably captivating Tessa, to make Imogen realize she might be as straight as a circle.
I loved all the members of the college crew and how they instantly took Imogen under their wing. There were so many hilarious moments in this book with the crew (insert tiny sausages here). And all of the communication between Imogen and Tessa… chef’s kiss perfection. Whether in person, texting, or FaceTime, their conversations were so organically funny. I had such a great time getting to know all the people in Imogen’s life (sans Gretchen the wretchen) and would love to see a sequel based on literally any of these amazing characters. Edith my love, are you next?
Also, huge shoutout to Becky for the amazing amount of diversity in this book, including the Jewish rep! 💕
Look for Imogen, Obviously on May 2nd!
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for this ARC
Honestly, the reader letter that Becky wrote in the beginning could have been the entire book. I literally would have paid $19.99 for that letter. It spoke to my soul and also scared the shit out of me to experience Imogen’s journey. But I’m so glad I did.
Imogen, Obviously is a YA sapphic romcom about a high school senior’s journey to discovering her sexuality. Imogen is the world’s best ally. She loves her lesbian sister, queer besties, and her three copies of One Last Stop. Yep, Imogen is just cruising along, living her best straight life. But then Imogen goes to visit her bestie Lili at college and is introduced to her incredible crew of queer friends. Enter one of Lili’s lesbian friends, the adorably captivating Tessa, to make Imogen realize she might be as straight as a circle.
I loved all the members of the college crew and how they instantly took Imogen under their wing. There were so many hilarious moments in this book with the crew (insert tiny sausages here). And all of the communication between Imogen and Tessa… chef’s kiss perfection. Whether in person, texting, or FaceTime, their conversations were so organically funny. I had such a great time getting to know all the people in Imogen’s life (sans Gretchen the wretchen) and would love to see a sequel based on literally any of these amazing characters. Edith my love, are you next?
Also, huge shoutout to Becky for the amazing amount of diversity in this book, including the Jewish rep! 💕
Look for Imogen, Obviously on May 2nd!
Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for this ARC