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Parallel by Hope Bolinger
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
What will you find:
-Long distance relationship
-Autism Rep in MC
-Neurodivergent MC (Undiagnosed)
-Parallel Universes
-Toxic family dynamics
-Characters with religious Backgrounds
-Queer besties
As soon as I read "Long distance relationship between neurodiverse protagonists with religious families" I was sold. And my goodness, it was so good.
I really want to see this book adapted into a movie or serie.
I like the way the author implemented the parallel worlds. Because sometimes when you talk to others, it does feel like you're not part of the same world.
There is a lot of the author in this novel and I think many people will feel connected to the story in the same way that I did.
My favorite part was the support the protagonists had from their best friends and teachers. Also, I loved the twist that Jonas' character had towards the end; At first, you would think that things are easier for him than for Sonja, but as the story progresses, you come to understand how he expresses himself, his concerns, and how he grieves the changes they are both experiencing.
The novel is narrated from both points of view and the personalities are so well constructed that it is easy to understand the reason behind their behavior.
Did I cry? Yes, of course, I cry with all the stories on the topic of leaving a toxic environment. I loved the conclusion of the book. I wish we could see more of how they handle their relationship after the events of the book, but I guess you just have to trust them.
I would especially recommend this book to readers looking for a quick, fun novel, with good representation.
If you start reading it, I suggest reading all the author's notes. They add a lot to the experience and help you understand the reason for the protagonists' actions a little more.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
-Long distance relationship
-Autism Rep in MC
-Neurodivergent MC (Undiagnosed)
-Parallel Universes
-Toxic family dynamics
-Characters with religious Backgrounds
-Queer besties
As soon as I read "Long distance relationship between neurodiverse protagonists with religious families" I was sold. And my goodness, it was so good.
I really want to see this book adapted into a movie or serie.
I like the way the author implemented the parallel worlds. Because sometimes when you talk to others, it does feel like you're not part of the same world.
There is a lot of the author in this novel and I think many people will feel connected to the story in the same way that I did.
My favorite part was the support the protagonists had from their best friends and teachers. Also, I loved the twist that Jonas' character had towards the end; At first, you would think that things are easier for him than for Sonja, but as the story progresses, you come to understand how he expresses himself, his concerns, and how he grieves the changes they are both experiencing.
The novel is narrated from both points of view and the personalities are so well constructed that it is easy to understand the reason behind their behavior.
Did I cry? Yes, of course, I cry with all the stories on the topic of leaving a toxic environment. I loved the conclusion of the book. I wish we could see more of how they handle their relationship after the events of the book, but I guess you just have to trust them.
I would especially recommend this book to readers looking for a quick, fun novel, with good representation.
If you start reading it, I suggest reading all the author's notes. They add a lot to the experience and help you understand the reason for the protagonists' actions a little more.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Grief, Animal death, Death, Murder, Suicide, Death of parent, Mental illness, and Panic attacks/disorders
La muerte de Ivan Ilich by Leo Tolstoy
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Grief
Across a Field of Starlight by Blue Delliquanti
adventurous
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Teacher of the Year by M.A. Wardell
Did not finish book. Stopped at 30%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 30%.
Unconfy
And he asked "do you like man"
And he said "I like you"
And that's stupid I'm sorry
And he said "I like you"
And that's stupid I'm sorry
La flor y la muerte by Selene M. Pascual, Iria G. Parente
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cultural appropriation, Suicidal thoughts, Colonisation, and Classism
The Last Nanny In Manhattan by K. Sterling
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Grief
Gods & Monsters by Shelby Mahurin
adventurous
challenging
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Medio libro es innecesario al igual que el 2, había personajes buenos, sobretodo ansel, pero creo que el al final es lo único salvable.
Se volvio extremadamente repetitivo, puros planes que no les salían bien uno tras o otro. Para que la pelea final sea una tontería en la que no se entiende ni quien pelea con quien.
No entiendo por que meter un montón de criaturas y monstruos para que al final nadie pueda contra nadie, todos se mueran super fácil y se resuelva todo en una pelea rápida por la protagonista que no tiene nada de especial. Se lo dicen en el mismo libro, neta no tiene nada en especial más que su persona y el poco crecimiento personal que hace en el libro.
Me gustaba el romance del libro 1 y por eso los seguí, acá medio lo arruinaron dándole vueltas a todo casi todo el libro, luego mentiendo el spice más innecesario de la historia, pero al menos el último capítulo fue bueno. Sólo por el último capítulo no le puse menos estrellas la verdad.
Se volvio extremadamente repetitivo, puros planes que no les salían bien uno tras o otro. Para que la pelea final sea una tontería en la que no se entiende ni quien pelea con quien.
No entiendo por que meter un montón de criaturas y monstruos para que al final nadie pueda contra nadie, todos se mueran super fácil y se resuelva todo en una pelea rápida por la protagonista que no tiene nada de especial. Se lo dicen en el mismo libro, neta no tiene nada en especial más que su persona y el poco crecimiento personal que hace en el libro.
Me gustaba el romance del libro 1 y por eso los seguí, acá medio lo arruinaron dándole vueltas a todo casi todo el libro, luego mentiendo el spice más innecesario de la historia, pero al menos el último capítulo fue bueno. Sólo por el último capítulo no le puse menos estrellas la verdad.
ExtraOrdinary by V.E. Schwab
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Forced institutionalization