susansomeone's review
4.0
Though I'm familiar with his online presence, this was my first time with a John Green book, as I'm a bit older than his target demographic. I found this to be an engaging story, with characters who are very real; not just one- or two-dimensional. They're witty and likeable, yet frustrating and flawed. While it's not a story about mental health, the raw details about how mental health can affect a teenager's life (or anyone's life) are eye-opening. Will absolutely be checking out more from this author.
avesneddo1114's review
5.0
I just put down John Green’s newest novel, Turtles All The Way Down, and I feel heartbreak, but peaceful closure as well. Once again, Mr. Green created a beautiful story. This story gave so much insight to the world of mental illness and how difficult life can be from those afflicted. This novel had so much and it was well worth the five year wait. John Green proves to me once again why he’s one of my absolute favorite authors. Reading this book was like a breath of fresh air, and I honestly wish that everyone would give this book a chance. It is beautiful.
mattlikesbooks's review
3.0
Not John Green’s best plotline, but I’m always a fan of how he writes.
I loved his characters’ weird obsession with star wars fanfic.
I loved the way that the primary love interest had a private blog that he kept for himself as a journal.
I loved Aza’s spiraling portrayed in a way that felt accessible even to someone who doesn’t suffer from anxiety or OCD.
And most of all, I love how every sentence feels intentionally built to make you think harder about what’s at play.
Weaker ending than I would have hoped for, but a really great read for anyone who wants to take a dive into the mind of philosophical and edgy teenage romance.
I loved his characters’ weird obsession with star wars fanfic.
I loved the way that the primary love interest had a private blog that he kept for himself as a journal.
I loved Aza’s spiraling portrayed in a way that felt accessible even to someone who doesn’t suffer from anxiety or OCD.
And most of all, I love how every sentence feels intentionally built to make you think harder about what’s at play.
Weaker ending than I would have hoped for, but a really great read for anyone who wants to take a dive into the mind of philosophical and edgy teenage romance.
adhd_reader's review
3.0
3.5 stars. the detective plot was a bit boring and it felt just find of thrown in as an afterthought. that being said, i loved the representation of mental illness in the book! as someone with anxiety, this is some of the best representation i’ve ever read!
claire_michelle18's review
4.0
This is such a good read that I read it in an afternoon. An incredible and incredibly real story of mental illness, first love and learning to live with your own brain.
lilginny's review
5.0
Okay, I was really nervous to read this book. I didn't know what to expect. I didn't even know what it was about when I started it because I had avoided reading things about it. It. Was. Fantastic. I have never read a book where I almost cried because I felt so understood. The portrayal of mental health is amazing and well done. Plus, the story is engrossing and well written. John Green hasn't lost it. I think this is his best book.
fionnanilsson's review
3.0
Existential angst in teenagers is grating for me. Still, this was an easy entertaining read and sometimes that counts for something.
purpl3xdr4g0n's review
5.0
John Green, you did it again. I don't even have the words to express how truly amazing this book is.