readswithrosie's review against another edition
5.0
I couldn’t put this book down. It was an easy, flowing read that made you question your own morals and reflect on your own privileged biases. You end up rooting for a relationship that, in most (if not almost all) circumstances, you would completely abhor. A complicated read for sure, but one that leaves you surprisingly happy and relieved.
jillx08's review against another edition
3.75
This was a tough one. Really well written and the thought-provoking. A very sad story with a sad but happy ending. It was incredibly hard to read at times , the age difference was difficult. But definitely makes you think I’m greys rather than black and white.
juliesbooksandbujo's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
Graphic: Violence, Death, Drug use, Sexual harassment, Suicidal thoughts, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Toxic relationship, Alcoholism, Abandonment, Adult/minor relationship, Car accident, Addiction, Cursing, Drug abuse, Emotional abuse, Alcohol, Physical abuse, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Grief, Mental illness, Gaslighting, Murder, Pedophilia, Blood, Child abuse, Eating disorder, and Rape
sampena16's review against another edition
5.0
Some will likely not like this book. But to me, it was devastatingly beautiful.
jena_stl's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
findyourgoldenhour's review against another edition
5.0
This book blew me away. I don't know how to write a review without spoilers, but if you are looking for a book that will make you question where you draw the line on a moral issue, read this. Aside from a compelling, original story, it is beautifully written with characters that will stay with me for a long time. I hope his author plans to write more books!
carlys_currently_'s review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
avery_lehman54's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
porshainielsen's review against another edition
4.0
well that was very sad and made me feel icky but the writing was beautiful.