vane_reads95's review against another edition
5.0
I will cherish this book so much because it taught me a lesson that I had already heard happening in this country. It shattered me into pieces because the love displayed is between brother and sister and to see it in that POV was so heartbreaking. I feel like most stories related to drug addiction are often popular because the parents suffer or the significant other faces challenges trying to help your loved one out of that hole but it's so rare to see and hear the damage it causes to your siblings. This book tackles sensitive topics like addiction and most importantly how easily it can turn into the one thing you depend on to feel alive.
I felt my inside turn upside down as the book reached the end because what I valuable memory to take with me forever having listened to this amazing audiobook.
I felt my inside turn upside down as the book reached the end because what I valuable memory to take with me forever having listened to this amazing audiobook.
oliviaritter's review against another edition
4.0
she’s a heavy one for sure but i would recommend if you’re emotionally prepared
jordania_'s review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
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
I will always be astounded by Kathleen Glasgow. I have yet to read novel by her that I don’t enjoy and this book didn’t disappoint. Emmy felt so real, and the struggle her and her family go through hits so close to home. Her story is a mirror of so many in our country and I think books like this should find their way on everyone’s shelf at least once.
aimesericks's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
jessena's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
cccarinacc's review against another edition
4.0
My heart hurts.
This book is SO TOUCHING. I love that it’s told in the perspective of Emory, and how she copes with her brothers addiction.
As a teenager, she has her own vices and ways of coping through tough times, such as the car accident that starts the book off.
She is such a lovable narrator that had me feeling all sorts of sympathy for the girl who was forced to grow up a little too fast. Using Gage as her escape, dealing with heartbreak, family struggles, learning who she is aside from her brother; all beautifully executed topics in this book.
I am 100% team Daniel, and from the moment they first interacted in the book was ROOTING for him. I love the development of Emory as a character and the way others in life come together in hard times.
Joey….this boy broke my heart. His addiction story is far too real. It’s something that many think teenagers don’t go through or understand, but it does happen. His story started with an injury at 11 years old. Unfortunately it happens far too often just like this. I feel as if this was a very real portrayal of addiction, but without glorifying it as many tv shows, movies and books now tend to do. It showed the heartbreak of the people in the addicts life, but also the pain and struggle an addict themselves faces. The moral dilemma of not wanting to live that way, but not feeling as if there’s any other choice.
I had a hard time putting this book down, and really loved the story. It was different than a lot of the books I’ve been reading recently, and was really refreshing to pick up. So glad I listened to all the recommendations on this one.
This book is SO TOUCHING. I love that it’s told in the perspective of Emory, and how she copes with her brothers addiction.
As a teenager, she has her own vices and ways of coping through tough times, such as the car accident that starts the book off.
She is such a lovable narrator that had me feeling all sorts of sympathy for the girl who was forced to grow up a little too fast. Using Gage as her escape, dealing with heartbreak, family struggles, learning who she is aside from her brother; all beautifully executed topics in this book.
I am 100% team Daniel, and from the moment they first interacted in the book was ROOTING for him. I love the development of Emory as a character and the way others in life come together in hard times.
Joey….this boy broke my heart. His addiction story is far too real. It’s something that many think teenagers don’t go through or understand, but it does happen. His story started with an injury at 11 years old. Unfortunately it happens far too often just like this. I feel as if this was a very real portrayal of addiction, but without glorifying it as many tv shows, movies and books now tend to do. It showed the heartbreak of the people in the addicts life, but also the pain and struggle an addict themselves faces. The moral dilemma of not wanting to live that way, but not feeling as if there’s any other choice.
I had a hard time putting this book down, and really loved the story. It was different than a lot of the books I’ve been reading recently, and was really refreshing to pick up. So glad I listened to all the recommendations on this one.
phylua's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
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? Yes
4.25
ginaha99's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
kellyjclark7's review against another edition
4.0
This is a brother and sister bond beyond words. So many heavy topics talked about. SO much strength and love between both siblings. This book explained addiction, teenagers hardships, and struggling through high school so well.
“I keep thinking how much I love you
I keep wanting love to be enough
Because if it was
You be home now”
“I keep thinking how much I love you
I keep wanting love to be enough
Because if it was
You be home now”
kelsimarie's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25