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A review by dana_naylor
The Stand-In by Lily Chu
fast-paced
3.75
Phew! Check the trigger warnings before starting this one!!
I enjoy the author's voice, but I look to romance for my escapism, and this had too much present-day harms and pains. Once I got past the beginning of the book, I was able to enjoy it, but I don't think I'll start another of her books until I'm in a safe space.
The romance is fun and the characters are fun. Main character acts young and makes some really dumb mistakes in communication.
I enjoy the author's voice, but I look to romance for my escapism, and this had too much present-day harms and pains. Once I got past the beginning of the book, I was able to enjoy it, but I don't think I'll start another of her books until I'm in a safe space.
The romance is fun and the characters are fun. Main character acts young and makes some really dumb mistakes in communication.
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Dementia, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Terminal illness and Death of parent
Minor: Cancer, Miscarriage, and Abandonment