Review by betweentheshelves - Amelia, If Only

betweentheshelves 's review for:

Amelia, If Only by Becky Albertalli

4.5

funny lighthearted medium-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

Thanks to HarperCollins and NetGalley for an advanced copy of Amelia, If Only by Becky Albertalli to review! Of course, I always jump at the chance to review a Becky Albertalli book because you know it's probably going to be a good time. I'm happy to report that's definitely the case with this! As well as a nuanced look at parasocial relationships and the people who might be behind the screen.

This is set in the same universe as Imogen, Obviously, so you'll get to see some cameos from some familiar faces. I always find it fun when authors' books are interconnected like that. In true Becky Ablertalli style, there are a lot of laugh out loud moments in this, but a lot of moments that will make you think as well. Though Amelia is out as bisexual at the beginning of the book, this is also a journey of awareness that maybe you have a crush on someone different than you expected. A crush that might be obvious to the readers, but not to Amelia.

While you'll fall in love with Amelia quirky charm right from the beginning, there's also a cast of side characters who are just as fun. After all, what fun is a road trip book without an eccentric cast to go along with it? The overall vibes of Amelia and her friends kind of reminded me of the trio from Never Have I Ever on Netflix, so this would be a great read-a-like for that!

All in all, if you're looking for something fun to read this June, definitely pick this one up!
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