shlymiller's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Moderate: Pregnancy
amethystandherbooks's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Cursing and Pregnancy
Minor: Infidelity, Alcohol, and Homophobia
ingridmaria's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Homophobia and Infidelity
journey2's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
A dream internship Off Broadway brings Arthur back into the City and away from his loving boyfriend. An incredible chance at book publication could be taking Ben and his romantic partner to new places and new cities and expanding Ben's horizons. But when the universe speaks...
This book was so good. It was not your typical love triangle situation. I loved every character in this book. I did not want to see anybody get hurt! The characters were well written and fully flushed out. And the universe worked its wonders. I loved this book like I love Ben and Arthur and Mario and Mikey and even Dylan. The love and passion is evident in every interaction. I did not laugh as much this time as in the first book but I enjoyed it just as much. And at one point one line literally made me burst into tears of joy. I have no edits. If you know you know.
That said, I highly recommend you read what if it's us and here's to us by Becky albertalli and Adam Silvera
Minor: Pregnancy and Alcohol
deadgirlwalking23's review against another edition
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Cursing, and Pregnancy
Minor: Alcohol
rainbowpridepin's review against another edition
- 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
Minor: Sexual content, Pregnancy, and Panic attacks/disorders
lchambers394's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Spoiler
The scene between Arthur and Mikey was SOOOO well done and actually addressed the harm that had been done. Ben’s acknowledgement that he had to hurt someone was equally mature and realistic, and I appreciated how honest he was with Mario.In writing 18 instead of 16 year olds, I felt the authors tried less to sound like teenagers and this really benefitted the story. Also, it would be wrong not to mention Dylan and Samantha, who were as loveable as ever! However, it was also with the characters that I had a few issues. Jessie and Ethan showed up sporadically and I missed what their friendship with Arthur offered him as a character. The parents were conveniently missing at times and then popped up when they could further the story. Hudson and Harriet disappeared then the former was brought back with a surprise falling out which hadn’t been mentioned before. I also felt like pride was a missed opportunity that could have been more fruitful. But these issues aside, it was a thoroughly enjoyable read, providing much more substance, character development and tension than its predecessor. The epilogue, and perhaps the whole book, felt almost like reading fanfiction and I mean that as a compliment!! This book was everything a YA romcom should be!!
Minor: Alcohol, Vomit, and Pregnancy
ladygetslit's review
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Alcohol
Minor: Pregnancy and Panic attacks/disorders
imstephtacular's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Cursing and Sexual content
Minor: Alcohol, Pregnancy, Panic attacks/disorders, and Grief
merah's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Minor: Cursing, Pregnancy, Classism, and Medical content