A review by wenwanzhao
Since You Asked by Maurene Goo

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

It's charming to read something that is extremely of the early 2010s era. A nostalgic mix between the earnestness of the 2000s and the cynicism of the 2010s. Not one of my favourite YA novels, but I wasn't expecting it to be. I'm definitely over the age of the target audience, but somehow Maurene Goo always manages to create characters (main, supporting, and side!) I find sympathetic and real. I was pleasantly surprised by the progression of the story, it felt kind of messy and without a lot of pomp or circumstance. Reminds me of my high school days.