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bee_reads_horror 's review for:
Is Love the Answer?
by Uta Isaki
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
This was part intro to Asexuality- I really liked how the author introduced this and other aspects of the LGBTQIA+ community. Part Coming-of age and a sprinkle of found family. All things that I love.
Some of this felt a bit awkward to read, not sure if it was lost in translation or what but it felt a bit clunky the way some of the conversations and information was presented. It felt like the author sort of jammed in every Ace trope they could and it felt a bit disingenuous- though I think so many readers will find some or all of it relatable. That aside I really did enjoy this so much I think it covers so much in terms of learning about your sexual identity and finding yourself. I saw a lot of my own experiences in Chika's story.
I think one of my very favorite lines of dialogue was "You don't have to conform to some generic idea of what asexuality is. If you think you're asexual that's enough." Such an important message one that I know I and a lot of other Aces struggle to accept.
I hope there's another volume coming out!
Some of this felt a bit awkward to read, not sure if it was lost in translation or what but it felt a bit clunky the way some of the conversations and information was presented. It felt like the author sort of jammed in every Ace trope they could and it felt a bit disingenuous- though I think so many readers will find some or all of it relatable. That aside I really did enjoy this so much I think it covers so much in terms of learning about your sexual identity and finding yourself. I saw a lot of my own experiences in Chika's story.
I think one of my very favorite lines of dialogue was "You don't have to conform to some generic idea of what asexuality is. If you think you're asexual that's enough." Such an important message one that I know I and a lot of other Aces struggle to accept.
I hope there's another volume coming out!