A review by elysahenegar
Cassandra in Reverse by Holly Smale

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective 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? It's complicated

5.0

I hugged this book when I finished it. As we wake up to the neurodivergency in our world and develop compassion and appreciation for people who think and experience the world in different ways, we need more books by neurodivergent authors like Holly Smale! I think every human should read this book, and I know those who are neurodivergent or who love neurodivergent people will feel especially tender towards Cassandra and her experiences. But it isn't just that this book will develop our compassion and understanding, but also that Smale has written a highly entertaining story. This well-written novel features characters with complexity and even a time-travel plot with threads of romance, humor, and Greek mythology. This is a book I will be giving out as gifts!