the_next_page's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
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? Yes
3.5
yvejr's review against another edition
Not in the right mood for it, but it was charming and I’ll try again some other day.
mariaologist's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
2.75
cozywanderlust's review against another edition
4.0
Another comfort read by T.J. Klune. Too wholesome, too idealistic (almost to a fault? depending on what you're in the mood for)
jamy369's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
karis_lit's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
owenjetton's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
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? Yes
4.5
chasejon's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.0
The first four chapters of this book were terrible. Starting in chapter 5, this becomes one of the most heartwarming, bittersweet, and caring stories I've ever read. The tone is pretty YA, but the characters are well developed and easy to care for. The ending felt rushed, but it was ultimately satisfying, if quick. This book is a lot like the lives it describes - some growing pains, a rich and full middle, and never as much time at the end as you might want. Would definitely recommend.
carareads_1's review against another edition
5.0
my heart got torn apart, then put back together, torn again, i laughed, i sobbed. this book is amazing.
nah_steck's review against another edition
4.0
This was so well written and such a beautiful look at death and it made me cry a few times