A review by grumpyreading
Amelia, If Only by Becky Albertalli

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

5.0

🌅 Amelia, If Only by Becky Albertalli 🌅

MY RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Amelia is obsessed with YouTuber Walter Holland—and convinced they’d click if they met.
So she plans a road trip with her best friends to his meet-and-greet. But along the way, Amelia starts to wonder: are the butterflies she’s feeling really for Walter… or someone else?

This was so good????? I really enjoyed Imogen, Obviously, but didn’t feel super connected to it. This one - I absolutely loved from page one and it made me want to reread Imogen. This book was so sweet. I loved all of the characters, the story, the commentary on parasocial behaviour, coming of age/finding yourself vibes, everything. The only thing I wish is that there was maybe a bit more romance between our gals and more indication on both sides, and/or more time at the end to see them together. And without any spoilers - I need a book about our two guys 👀. I loved the writing in this, the vibes and feelings, and will definitely reread it in the future. I highly recommend it. 

Read this if you like: 
  • friends to lovers
  • fast paced
  • road trips 

Top Tier Quotes:
  • “Oh, we’re gatekeeping MILFness again?” 
  • “Rawdog contains multitudes.” 

Vibes: 🚘🌼☀️🎥🎡🛋️

Songs that match the vibe: Bite The Hand by boygenius | We’re In Love by boygenius | Kathy’s Song by Simon & Garfunkel

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