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A review by sshelbyreadss
The Wall of Winnipeg and Me by Mariana Zapata
dark
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
This slow burn romance was excruciating. Especially with it being single POV. Dual POV would have made the pace more tolerable.
The phrases “big guy” and the “leg of my glasses” were used way too frequently. Between this and the narrator’s style it was challenging to listen to. Her voice was pleasant, but it almost sounded like each sentence had been recorded separately and then edited together. It did not flow well.
Lastly, I was disappointed that the fat phobic ideas and comments were not addressed. And then Vanessa went on to drop 10 pounds in 2 weeks after she started running? That is both unrealistic and unhealthy. Very disappointing to see in a new(ish) romance!
The phrases “big guy” and the “leg of my glasses” were used way too frequently. Between this and the narrator’s style it was challenging to listen to. Her voice was pleasant, but it almost sounded like each sentence had been recorded separately and then edited together. It did not flow well.
Lastly, I was disappointed that the fat phobic ideas and comments were not addressed. And then Vanessa went on to drop 10 pounds in 2 weeks after she started running? That is both unrealistic and unhealthy. Very disappointing to see in a new(ish) romance!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Physical abuse and Toxic relationship
Minor: Fatphobia