A review by jordan_noel
Loveless by Alice Oseman

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective 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? It's complicated

4.75

I really did love this book. I’d never read or seen any shows or books that explored the aro-ace spectrum so thoroughly. It was detailed and funny and heartwarming. The characters made sense and we’re extremely lovable and made difficult decisions with a continuous caution in mind, even though many did go wrong.

Despite everything that fell apart in the book, there was continual love, shown in many different forms. There was an overall sense of togetherness that can make practically any “un-belonging”  reader feel welcome.


The only thing I really have to criticize about this book was the placement of the last scene. It showed a depth to Rooney and Pip that I thought would’ve fit in great had it been in its chronological position. But because it was at the end of the book, it felt like a missed opportunity to explore that same depth throughout the book in all of the main characters. I did enjoy its inclusion, I just wish it had been in its chronological place.
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