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- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
There was so much representation in this book (Plus-size, LGBTQ+, mental health/trauma, etc) and tropes that I normally don't like but actually enjoyed here (2nd chance romance, single parent romance, "good boy" smut).
Lola is a plus-sized bisexual activist who stands firm in her beliefs and loves everyone so fiercely. Then there is Saint, the caring father and military veteran who feels it's his duty to protect everyone while neglecting his own struggles with
I appreciate that this was not a pro-war book and that the topic of how marginalized groups are disproportionately affected by military recruitment out of high school was brought up.
Saint wasn't a favorite character for me in the first book, but I have gained a new view of him and want nothing but the best for him.
I am curious to see how things are going to work out for the next couple. Especially with the drama from book 1. I am very much looking forward to book 3.
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Biphobia, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Gun violence, Homophobia, Sexual content, Death of parent
Minor: Car accident
3.5
Graphic: Body horror, Child death, Confinement
Moderate: Death, Kidnapping, Abandonment
Minor: Animal death, Blood
4.0
5.0
5.0
Due to the amount of hate comments I have seen on reviews (both pro-trans & anti-trans) I will not be reviewing or rating this book.
Graphic: Biphobia, Eating disorder, Homophobia, Infertility, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Toxic relationship, Transphobia, Medical content, Medical trauma, Lesbophobia, Outing, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, Dysphoria
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Ana María & Gideon were perfect for each other. I wanted more interactions between them, but I enjoyed the overall story and didn't feel like a lot of spice was needed. Although, I do hope there is more build-up in the next book. I want more angst and close encounters. If it is going to be a slow-burn enemies to lovers (which it seems like from the hints in this book) then I need more tension between the characters.
All that being said, the spicy scene dialogue was a little cringe, but I was willing to look past that since I loved the rest of the story so much. I can't wait for book 2!
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Death, Gun violence, Violence, War
3.0
I'm in shock right now and I'm not happy about it.
I may need some time before I can give a full review because I'm so speechless.
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood
Moderate: Death, Murder
Minor: Stalking
4.0
I felt uncomfortable throughout the first chapter and then just anxious the rest of the book. It is sad that this kind of stuff has been happening for years and although this book is fiction, it sheds light on things that actually happen.
Graphic: Gun violence, War
Moderate: Islamophobia
Minor: Rape, Sexual violence
5.0
The first half of this book made me feel so uncomfortable because too many characters reminded me of people I knew in high school. I didn't trust any character and questioned everyone's motives until the very end. Reading this in high school would've made me extremely paranoid. I feel relieved that I'm an adult and my kids go to very diverse schools.
As for the overall story, I was grateful for the
Graphic: Bullying, Homophobia, Racism, Violence, Vomit, Stalking, Car accident, Toxic friendship
Minor: Death, Sexual content, Violence, Vomit, Suicide attempt