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A review by merlesstorys
The Stories We Write by Olivia Dade
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Honestly, I had big hopes, especially because of April.
But this book was mediocre, if even. The characters were alright and though their storylines were okay, the spark did not reach me.
This is 1) because of the obvious use of Gods if the Gates as a carbon copy of GoT when it comes to fan response. 2), the implementation of librettos and fictional fanfics were not so nicely done (at least in the German translation, which I read).
In general, the characters felt kinda flat with the premise and the "plot twist" at the end also being implemented lazily to say the least.
But this book was mediocre, if even. The characters were alright and though their storylines were okay, the spark did not reach me.
This is 1) because of the obvious use of Gods if the Gates as a carbon copy of GoT when it comes to fan response. 2), the implementation of librettos and fictional fanfics were not so nicely done (at least in the German translation, which I read).
In general, the characters felt kinda flat with the premise and the "plot twist" at the end also being implemented lazily to say the least.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Ableism, Body shaming, Fatphobia, and Sexual content