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allycereadsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book! If only I could have read this when I was 17, like Molly is, it would have resonated even more.
oliviacasellini's review against another edition
4.0
This was such an engaging read! I appreciated the realistic-ness of how not everyone who has never had a boyfriend is necessarily a loser. Molly was an enjoyable character, and she didn't piss me off, so that is always an upside. I really, really, really appreciated that molly was on the upper side of the spectrum when it came to weight, but that wasn't the only thing that made her. It wasn't the whole plot, but it wasn't just mentioned once. It was really honest in what it's like to be overweight. She wasn't always thinking, man, I need to suck my stomach in, but it crossed her mind when she was feeling insecure. Unlike in other books I've read, aka Dumplin', this wasn't a big deal. It dealt with weight in a nice way, without brushing over it. Overall I enjoyed reading this, and I was unable to give it up in social situations.
konvineo's review against another edition
3.0
This book is undeniably adorable. I can't stress that point enough. [b:The Upside of Unrequited|30653853|The Upside of Unrequited|Becky Albertalli|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1487956734s/30653853.jpg|45749039] brings up some very important and interesting themes. Themes that definitely needs to be brought attention to.
But there are so many Themes brought up, while the book is relatively short, that the resolution to all of them just felt kind eh to me. The book is filled to the brim with conflicts, dynamics and issues that you could have taken out quite a few of to write stand-alone stories, and there would still be some left for [b:The Upside of Unrequited|30653853|The Upside of Unrequited|Becky Albertalli|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1487956734s/30653853.jpg|45749039].
This book is great but I feel that it wants to deal with everything at once, and it just can't. Albertalli is a great writer, and I definitely want to read [b:Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda|19547856|Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda|Becky Albertalli|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1402915678s/19547856.jpg|27679579], but I can't give this book more than 3 stars... it just wouldn't feel right, unfortunately.
But there are so many Themes brought up, while the book is relatively short, that the resolution to all of them just felt kind eh to me. The book is filled to the brim with conflicts, dynamics and issues that you could have taken out quite a few of to write stand-alone stories, and there would still be some left for [b:The Upside of Unrequited|30653853|The Upside of Unrequited|Becky Albertalli|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1487956734s/30653853.jpg|45749039].
This book is great but I feel that it wants to deal with everything at once, and it just can't. Albertalli is a great writer, and I definitely want to read [b:Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda|19547856|Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda|Becky Albertalli|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1402915678s/19547856.jpg|27679579], but I can't give this book more than 3 stars... it just wouldn't feel right, unfortunately.
crochevy's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
3.75
laurenisallbooked's review against another edition
2.0
Ughhhh, this was disappointing. People fangirl about Becky Albertalli, but I don't get the hype. The main character did genuinely sound like a boy crazy, socially anxious teenager. So props for that.
But this book doesn't fit an audience that is anyone other than the main character.
The diversity in characters was nice though.
ALSO, I got some booktube reviews mixed up in my head and thought this book had a completely different plot and waited around for a good 100 pages waiting for the other plot to happen.
But this book doesn't fit an audience that is anyone other than the main character.
The diversity in characters was nice though.
ALSO, I got some booktube reviews mixed up in my head and thought this book had a completely different plot and waited around for a good 100 pages waiting for the other plot to happen.
laurenbookishtwins's review against another edition
5.0
Disclaimer: I received a free copy via Edelweiss for review purposes.
Oh my gosh, this book is FREAKING ADORABLE. The Upside of Unrequited is a fun, body positive, romantic (& absolutely adorable), sex-positive, diverse and an #ownvoices (for fat rep and Jewish rep) book.
Molly Peskin-Suso has had 26 crushes. All unreciprocated. None ending in a kiss. But she's never really given them a chance, fearing rejection. Her twin sister Cassie tells her to just "go for it", but Molly doesn't find it that easy, because while Cassie is extroverted, fearless, and slim, Molly is introverted and what her grandmother calls zaftig. And when Cassie starts to fall in love with a girl called Mina, Molly feels herself drifting from Cassie. But Cassie and Mina are determined to find Molly a boyfriend in Mina's best friend Will - he's charming, flirty, and seems to like Molly back. All is going well, but Molly is also falling for her cute, nerdy co-worker Reid, and she has to figure out her own feelings and whether to follow her sister and her friends advice, or follow her own heart.
If you haven't heard of this book already, then you must have been living under a rock. The Upside of Unrequited has everything a contemporary romance lover wants: great family dynamics, an adorable romance, a witty main character, and a fun summer vibe.
Molly has such a fresh, distinct, and fun voice. She's fun, sweet, witty and so utterly charming. She's so easy to read about, and it's a voice so rare in YA. Albertalli has a GIFT. Molly is a gem. I love her. She's probably one of my all-time favourite protagonist.
“Even if he likes me, I’m not sure he’d like me naked. I hate that I’m even thinking that. I hate hating my body. Actually, I don’t even hate my body. I just worry everyone else might. Because chubby girls don’t get boyfriends, and they definitely don’t have sex. Not in movies—not really—unless it’s supposed to be a joke. And I don’t want to be a joke.”
And the ROMANCE. GAH! It's soul-crushingly cute. I don't really want to spoil who she ends up with (& you don't really have to worry about the love triangle, because I think it's done fantastically), but I ADORE the romance. Definitely a highlight.
Another thing I loved about The Upside of Unrequited is the sisterly relationship and family dynamics. Molly's mums are <3333. It's such a loving and supportive family. But what I really loved was Molly and Cassie's relationship (I'm a twin myself) and I thought it was very well done, and I loved the exploration of their relationship and the inevitable drifting apart as they find their own significant others.
I just love this book. It has a special place in my heart. Whilst there are certain people hating on this book for it being a "diversity checklist", they are WRONG. It's real life. How they can continue to praise straight and white books for their realism, but can shit on a diverse book with a fat and Jewish M/C with anxiety is the epitome of privilege.
I would highly and enthusiastically recommend this book to ALL contemporary lovers out there.
Oh my gosh, this book is FREAKING ADORABLE. The Upside of Unrequited is a fun, body positive, romantic (& absolutely adorable), sex-positive, diverse and an #ownvoices (for fat rep and Jewish rep) book.
Molly Peskin-Suso has had 26 crushes. All unreciprocated. None ending in a kiss. But she's never really given them a chance, fearing rejection. Her twin sister Cassie tells her to just "go for it", but Molly doesn't find it that easy, because while Cassie is extroverted, fearless, and slim, Molly is introverted and what her grandmother calls zaftig. And when Cassie starts to fall in love with a girl called Mina, Molly feels herself drifting from Cassie. But Cassie and Mina are determined to find Molly a boyfriend in Mina's best friend Will - he's charming, flirty, and seems to like Molly back. All is going well, but Molly is also falling for her cute, nerdy co-worker Reid, and she has to figure out her own feelings and whether to follow her sister and her friends advice, or follow her own heart.
If you haven't heard of this book already, then you must have been living under a rock. The Upside of Unrequited has everything a contemporary romance lover wants: great family dynamics, an adorable romance, a witty main character, and a fun summer vibe.
Molly has such a fresh, distinct, and fun voice. She's fun, sweet, witty and so utterly charming. She's so easy to read about, and it's a voice so rare in YA. Albertalli has a GIFT. Molly is a gem. I love her. She's probably one of my all-time favourite protagonist.
“Even if he likes me, I’m not sure he’d like me naked. I hate that I’m even thinking that. I hate hating my body. Actually, I don’t even hate my body. I just worry everyone else might. Because chubby girls don’t get boyfriends, and they definitely don’t have sex. Not in movies—not really—unless it’s supposed to be a joke. And I don’t want to be a joke.”
And the ROMANCE. GAH! It's soul-crushingly cute. I don't really want to spoil who she ends up with (& you don't really have to worry about the love triangle, because I think it's done fantastically), but I ADORE the romance. Definitely a highlight.
Another thing I loved about The Upside of Unrequited is the sisterly relationship and family dynamics. Molly's mums are <3333. It's such a loving and supportive family. But what I really loved was Molly and Cassie's relationship (I'm a twin myself) and I thought it was very well done, and I loved the exploration of their relationship and the inevitable drifting apart as they find their own significant others.
I just love this book. It has a special place in my heart. Whilst there are certain people hating on this book for it being a "diversity checklist", they are WRONG. It's real life. How they can continue to praise straight and white books for their realism, but can shit on a diverse book with a fat and Jewish M/C with anxiety is the epitome of privilege.
I would highly and enthusiastically recommend this book to ALL contemporary lovers out there.
crusoe's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
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
3.5
Not as good as Simon vs the homosapiens agenda, but leagues better than Leah on the offbeat.
I really enjoyed this book because -as someone a little older than its intended audience- I know a lot of couples like Reid and Molly. Nerdy boys who are unapologetically themselves and girls with great style who make the most amazing things... They're some of the most loving couples I know.
When you're young and not necessarily conventionally attractive, it can be hard to imagine that you will one day find someone who looks at you like you're their whole world. But you will. And so it's great that so many young readers can relate to how this story represents these issues in a fun and wholesome way.
I really enjoyed this book because -as someone a little older than its intended audience- I know a lot of couples like Reid and Molly. Nerdy boys who are unapologetically themselves and girls with great style who make the most amazing things... They're some of the most loving couples I know.
When you're young and not necessarily conventionally attractive, it can be hard to imagine that you will one day find someone who looks at you like you're their whole world. But you will. And so it's great that so many young readers can relate to how this story represents these issues in a fun and wholesome way.
winemakerssister's review against another edition
4.0
Oh the teenaged angst! But in a really sweet way.
cwright43's review against another edition
5.0
Can I give this book 10 stars? It totally deserves 10 stars. I laughed, I cried, I loved every minute of it. Becky Albertalli does it again!
natibns's review against another edition
5.0
Omg !!! I love this book soooo much! This is definitely my favourite contemporary book (tbh I haven't read many but still)