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A review by mmcloe
Housemates by Emma Copley Eisenberg
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I liked the narrative frame a lot! I thought it was a neat exploration of queer spectatorship and changing understandings of visibility across generations.
I wasn't as enamored with the Bernie and Leah plot, unfortunately. Read as a bit trite, overly sentimental at moments, and wrapped up too evenly at the end. I think something like All This Could Be Different captures the same energy and settings with stronger language and characterization.
On a personal note, I'm always bummed to see ostensibly diverse queer stories completely void of trans women.
I wasn't as enamored with the Bernie and Leah plot, unfortunately. Read as a bit trite, overly sentimental at moments, and wrapped up too evenly at the end. I think something like All This Could Be Different captures the same energy and settings with stronger language and characterization.
On a personal note, I'm always bummed to see ostensibly diverse queer stories completely void of trans women.