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A review by _kael_
Loveless by Alice Oseman
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
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
5.0
PoV: Main character (Georgia)
Focus: Romantic & Sexual Orientation/Identity, Friendship, Self-discovery
Probably spoilers/could give bias: the plot is nothing new, but it's interesting for the aroace (aromantic and asexual) perspective. I heard from the ace community that it has good representation. If this is one way of what it means to be ace, then it seems validating and makes you feel seen and heard. Though I can see why some people think it is more aro than ace. I think it's a good intro for the aroace perspective, but it is just one perspective, not all. Since, like I hear, it is a spectrum.
The plot is spearheaded by Rooney. I didn't think she'll be a major part of the book at 1st TBH, but it made sense. Maybe it was written that way bc that's what Georgia first felt too. Even if the main character is kinda passive, the writing is still very interesting. Her thoughts, emotions, etc. It gives a new perspective. The characters seem realistic in a way that you feel like you can pass by them on the streets. The average day-to-day person. I wish I could know more about Sunil and Jess though. I also found Georgia's cousin interesting. Warning for some people, the short story at the end of the book could be not for some since it has sexually explicit content. It is nice that there are aro ace resources at the back. I have only checked the AVEN one and thought it was really helpful in explaining some things :)
I laughed, liked/loved a lot of parts and lines from the book, and found some parts sad too. Sometimes it brings up sad memories. I found it a light and heartwarming read majority of the time still. I was surprised at how thick the book was at first, but I found it such a page turner :DD When I open the book, I feel immediate immersion. I think I annotated the entire book lol. I also loved the friendship topics of this book. Friendship goals. I wish everyone thought like that too. I would recommend this book to people so that they can understand asexuals more. ^^
Focus: Romantic & Sexual Orientation/Identity, Friendship, Self-discovery
Probably spoilers/could give bias:
The plot is spearheaded by Rooney. I didn't think she'll be a major part of the book at 1st TBH, but it made sense. Maybe it was written that way bc that's what Georgia first felt too. Even if the main character is kinda passive, the writing is still very interesting. Her thoughts, emotions, etc. It gives a new perspective. The characters seem realistic in a way that you feel like you can pass by them on the streets. The average day-to-day person. I wish I could know more about Sunil and Jess though. I also found Georgia's cousin interesting. Warning for some people, the short story at the end of the book could be not for some since it has sexually explicit content. It is nice that there are aro ace resources at the back. I have only checked the AVEN one and thought it was really helpful in explaining some things :)
I laughed, liked/loved a lot of parts and lines from the book, and found some parts sad too. Sometimes it brings up sad memories. I found it a light and heartwarming read majority of the time still. I was surprised at how thick the book was at first, but I found it such a page turner :DD When I open the book, I feel immediate immersion. I think I annotated the entire book lol. I also loved the friendship topics of this book. Friendship goals. I wish everyone thought like that too. I would recommend this book to people so that they can understand asexuals more. ^^
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Alcohol
Moderate: Cursing, Outing, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Acephobia/Arophobia and Suicide
Contemporary/Modern, Fiction (I think), YA, Student/College Life, Friendship, Love/Romance, Platonic, Aromantic, Asexual, LGBTQIA+