A review by readingqueerly
Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail by Ashley Herring Blake

emotional funny lighthearted 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

5.0

Just like Delilah Green Doesn't Care, I just devoured this book. I absolutely loved every bit of it. The pacing is just so well done and the characters are beautiful and the writing is phenomenal. It's easy and quick while still really dealing with the issues and even some heavier topics. This book for me also hit quite close to home in certain parts. Astrid's difficult relationship with her mother is very recognizable to me. The need to please and the mother knows best mindset is so influential and can be so destructive. I really see a lot of my own experience in Astrid's story. 
I knew it would be a favourite of mine only a few pages in and I was so right. This book almost felt like a sign to me. When I found this book by coincidence at the bookstore (since I didn't think they'd ever stock this book), I didn't even doubt for one second if I should take it. I feel like there were some moments in here that I really needed to internalise. 
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