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ciecyreads 's review for:
The Boy You Always Wanted
by Michelle Quach
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
One thing this story did well was the development of feelings between the main characters. There wasn't an instant change in attitude or behavior so it was believable and added to the story.
I personally didn't care much for either of the main characters' personalities to start (Francine was especially annoying and Ollie was so cowardly) but they did become more likeable as the story progressed and they pushed each other and butted heads. I like how they reflected after their arguments and wanted to change their behavior.
It may have been because I was listening to the audio but the ending felt abrupt and unexpected, like there was more that needed to be resolved. Somehow it just felt cut off rather than being wrapped up nicely.
I personally didn't care much for either of the main characters' personalities to start (Francine was especially annoying and Ollie was so cowardly) but they did become more likeable as the story progressed and they pushed each other and butted heads. I like how they reflected after their arguments and wanted to change their behavior.
It may have been because I was listening to the audio but the ending felt abrupt and unexpected, like there was more that needed to be resolved. Somehow it just felt cut off rather than being wrapped up nicely.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Misogyny, Sexism
Moderate: Medical content