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A review by reader_in_the_meadow
More Happy Than Not by Adam Silvera
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The 2015 Young adult Novel More Happy Than Not by american author Adam Silvera tells the story of Aaron Soto, a teenager living in a world where Memories can practically be wiped away. In this world he has to deal with depression, coming to terms with himself as well as finding his place in this world.
The book contains the novel in five parts and 43 chapters as well as the author's note and acknowledgements.
The plot of this novel is pretty straight forward in my opinion, but takes some unexpected turns throughout itself. Following Aaron, the main character, we get to read about his struggles as a teenager, his personal trauma, depression and him finding his place in society. We also get to experience him coming to terms with his own identity, which is the main story line.
I liked this story very much. It was neither too fast-paced nor too slow-paced. I thought this was also a very relateble story for me personally, not in all parts but in some. On another note, this was also very cutesy sometimes, which made my heart bloom!
The characters in this novel are very different from each other. There Were many I liked, but also many I did not like and I think it is a great thing to actually malle characters unlikeable.
They also were unique from on another and I loved seeing all the different personalities interact with each other. Relationships between them were also very interesting and unique between each other.
Oh, and about representation in this: We have a latinx main character and side character as well as a gay main character and other non-heterosexual side characters. Personally I found the gay representation executed very well and not problematic in the least. I won't comment on other representation because I do not think it is my right to do so.
If you want more intel on any other rep, I am sure you will find it on here.
If you know me, you know that I am a huge fan of Silvera's writing style. I just think there is something to it that lets you take a look inside the minds of the different characters and let yourself be immersed in the story. It is also very easy to read and understand.
However, I do have to say that it was also very cringey at some points.
All summed up, I can recommend this book with a good conscious!
And if you do plan to read this please do not Forget to check the trigger warnings.
The book contains the novel in five parts and 43 chapters as well as the author's note and acknowledgements.
The plot of this novel is pretty straight forward in my opinion, but takes some unexpected turns throughout itself. Following Aaron, the main character, we get to read about his struggles as a teenager, his personal trauma, depression and him finding his place in society. We also get to experience him coming to terms with his own identity, which is the main story line.
I liked this story very much. It was neither too fast-paced nor too slow-paced. I thought this was also a very relateble story for me personally, not in all parts but in some. On another note, this was also very cutesy sometimes, which made my heart bloom!
The characters in this novel are very different from each other. There Were many I liked, but also many I did not like and I think it is a great thing to actually malle characters unlikeable.
They also were unique from on another and I loved seeing all the different personalities interact with each other. Relationships between them were also very interesting and unique between each other.
Oh, and about representation in this: We have a latinx main character and side character as well as a gay main character and other non-heterosexual side characters. Personally I found the gay representation executed very well and not problematic in the least. I won't comment on other representation because I do not think it is my right to do so.
If you want more intel on any other rep, I am sure you will find it on here.
If you know me, you know that I am a huge fan of Silvera's writing style. I just think there is something to it that lets you take a look inside the minds of the different characters and let yourself be immersed in the story. It is also very easy to read and understand.
However, I do have to say that it was also very cringey at some points.
All summed up, I can recommend this book with a good conscious!
And if you do plan to read this please do not Forget to check the trigger warnings.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Suicidal thoughts