sanja_knez 's review for:

This Is Me Trying by Racquel Marie

3.5

challenging dark hopeful sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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This book is well-written but didn't resonate with me. I struggled to relate to the characters and expected more focus on mental illness, but it primarily dealt with grief. While Santi's OCD and Bryce's depression were mentioned throughout, I wanted to see a deeper exploration? The portrayal of grief was thorough, and I really appreciated the queer representation. Despite how good the writing was, I think this one just came down to personal preference.