A review by mnerd63
Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me by Mariko Tamaki

emotional hopeful 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

4 stars. This book never really leaves my head, it’s so powerful. 

I really loved the art and the concept, but the writing and delivery was very bland for me. I enjoyed the characters and I was living for all the queer representation in this book; however, the dialogue was uninspired. 

The overall story/concept was well done and sorely needed! Freddy’s struggles with first love are relatable to so many young people regardless of sexual orientation. I think this story is especially good for young queer women to hear because they are not often warned about what a bad relationship looks like for them. So important!! 

My favorite parts were the friendships. Doodle and Freddy’s friendship is the book’s anchor. When they were together, everything was so grounded. It broke my heart when they fought! Freddy’s journey is so necessary for young queer girls who need to know that they MATTER, even without a partner. What matters is that you surround yourself with people who uplift, respect, and love you unconditionally.
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