A review by sapphic_swiftie
Ophelia After All by Racquel Marie

emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective slow-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

5.0

wow, just wow. this book was so, so, phenomenally good in so so many different ways. i think part of the reason it meant so much to me was that i seemed to have read it at the perfect time in my life. not only had i just finished a research paper on different portrayals of hamlet's ophelia, but i also was feeling so many of the same feelings and going through similar things as ophelia and her friends. being able to see such beautiful, messy, and realistic characters that are so well-written and developed means so much to me. the part i think that i loved most was how
it didn't work out with ophelia and talia romantically. like i loved how the author showcased that to illustrate that unrequited crushes are part of being a teenager! also, being in a relationship, especially when it is clear that the character may not be quite ready, is not a requirement for a happy ending!! so big props to this book for highlighting this, even when that's not exactly common within this genre! 
 

if that doesn't yet convince you to read this book, i will also mention the great representation this book has alongside its amazing themes and lessons. i especially liked how ophelia chose not to label her sexuality as that isn't something often depicted in media. i also read this book in a week (which is actually a short amount of time for me as a slow reader) which further proves how much i loved this book!! so go pick up this book and see its beauty for yourself <3 
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