A review by izudior
Late to the Party by Kelly Quindlen

emotional funny inspiring lighthearted reflective sad tense fast-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

I am not going to lie, I got annoyed throughout this book because of the various characters actions; especially the main character, Codi. However, I think that's what I like most about this book. The characters feel realistic in the way that they can be great one day and insufferable the next. I felt like I was reading about actual teenagers and not what an adult thinks teenagers would do. I related a lot to Codi, in the sense that I am the quiet artistic type (mainly to people that don't know me) and her issues with her younger brother. It was interesting to see her journey throughout the book with herself, her sexuality, and her friends. There were also multiple instances of problems queer people face in their day-to-day life that I appreciated. The ending was very satisfying to me, which I think helped me to rate this book a 5 star. Miss Quindlen has done it again, I can't wait to read "Her Name In The Sky"!