A review by betweentheshelves
Upside Down by N.R. Walker

lighthearted reflective slow-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

4.0

I will admit, it took me a little bit to get into this becuase the writing style wasn't quite what I'm used to. I'm not really sure I can put into words why, but it didn't really click with me until about halfway through the book. I loved that second half of the book, though! Once Jordan and Hennessy really start getting into the relationship stuff, that's what really pulled me in.

There is just something so incredibly validating about reading romance with asexual characters. Add in the fact that one of them is a librarian and I am sold. I loved getting to see the characters explore their relationship and explore what it means to be asexual, both in their own ways. There were some great side characters, too, even if I wish a few of them were developed a bit more. 

All in all, this was the perfect read after reading two pretty heavy books in a row. I think I might have to continue with this cute romance theme until the end of the year, because it seems like a good note to end 2021 on.
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