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Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
What a delight!
I loved our main character here. She showed so much growth throughout the book.
It did leave me wondering though if the story was meant to be some kind of representation? To represent those who maybe don’t show feelings in “socially acceptable” ways or who don’t know how to process typical emotions. But that’s the counselor in me of course. It didn’t take away from my enjoyment but it did leave me thinking about the intention of the story and how I would feel about it if that is the intention. I’m not sure I’d be as big of a fan.
All in all a cozy little romance.
I loved our main character here. She showed so much growth throughout the book.
It did leave me wondering though if the story was meant to be some kind of representation? To represent those who maybe don’t show feelings in “socially acceptable” ways or who don’t know how to process typical emotions. But that’s the counselor in me of course. It didn’t take away from my enjoyment but it did leave me thinking about the intention of the story and how I would feel about it if that is the intention. I’m not sure I’d be as big of a fan.
All in all a cozy little romance.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Classism and Child abuse