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bethanwx's review against another edition
dark
hopeful
reflective
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? No
4.0
Beautifully poetic, Portero's novel reads like a river, or sometimes a storm, of memories. We are brought into her history, witnessing the relationships which made her who she is.
I would have loved a little more exploration of what her 'bad habits' are. The phrase is used sporadically, but it didn't feel like the idea was consistently present.
I would have loved a little more exploration of what her 'bad habits' are. The phrase is used sporadically, but it didn't feel like the idea was consistently present.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Transphobia, Violence, and Grief
Moderate: Ableism and Abandonment
soparosa's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
5.0
Man, i don't like rating anything with 5 stars but this book definitely deserves it. Read it if you're in the mood for crying, if you are trans or know someone who is, if you're interested in Madrid, if you're currently making an effort to see a light at the end of the tunnel, or if you just feel like it. Any reason is a good reason to read it because whatever your motive is; it will speak to you.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime, Homophobia, Transphobia, and Violence
Moderate: Deadnaming, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, and Classism
Minor: Ableism, Domestic abuse, Self harm, and Dysphoria