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martinsenjes 's review for:
If This Gets Out
by Sophie Gonzales, Cale Dietrich
i went into this thinking the same thing as everyone else: this Has to be about they-who-must-not-be-named. i was expecting a silly glorified wattpad fic, but i am very happy to say that’s not at all what i got.
the characters in this novel are so easy to love, and they are NOT poorly-concealed inserts of whatever boyband you’re thinking of. they’re well-rounded, sympathetic teenagers with complex motivations and individual issues. i personally REALLY related to ruben’s relationship with his mom (oof). i also loved how the book dealt with the restrictions of fame and the weird complexities of both feeling grateful towards and owned by fans. plus, the relationship is really sweet.
honestly, if this had come out when i was in high school, it would have been an all-time favorite. i am begging you not to go into this with any preconceived ideas of characters, plot lines, whatever. this novel should (and does!!!) stand on its own.
arc generously provided by netgalley!
the characters in this novel are so easy to love, and they are NOT poorly-concealed inserts of whatever boyband you’re thinking of. they’re well-rounded, sympathetic teenagers with complex motivations and individual issues. i personally REALLY related to ruben’s relationship with his mom (oof). i also loved how the book dealt with the restrictions of fame and the weird complexities of both feeling grateful towards and owned by fans. plus, the relationship is really sweet.
honestly, if this had come out when i was in high school, it would have been an all-time favorite. i am begging you not to go into this with any preconceived ideas of characters, plot lines, whatever. this novel should (and does!!!) stand on its own.
arc generously provided by netgalley!