A review by euyrdice
I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston

emotional funny hopeful mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

"I wanted you to see me."

The first half of this book is slow in a way that feels unavoidable, but was still disappointing to read. However, the mystery of where Shara has gone and why she's left all these clues purposefully hooked me right away. Once
Chloe finds the titular girl, and their dynamic fully reveals itself,
that is when I became enraptured with the whirlwind of I Kissed Shara Wheeler.

I do find it a shame that the rest of the cast gets pushed to the side in order for Chloe and Shara to flourish; they had some real potential and emotional beats that aren't truly explored beyond the surface level.
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