Reviews with content warning for Emotional abuse - The Flatshare

The plot and the fact that the book contains the POV of both main characters were the aspects that primarily attracted me. However, due to their writing, Leon's first chapters became a challenge. Once I overcame this difficulty, I realized that, just as Tiffy's chapters represented her personality, Leon's factual and unemotional tone reflected his character and contributed to the narrative's construction.

Even though sharing a flat in shifts is an odd way to meet someone, I believe the development of the friendship and subsequent romantic relationship between the two characters was believable. In my opinion, this happened because of the messages they exchanged via Post-it notes, which allowed each of them (and the reader) to get to know the other.

Finally, I would like to highlight all the subplots that significantly intensified the dynamics of the book - I loved getting to know Richie, Mo and Gerty, Holly, and Mr Prior! Additionally, they allowed for the expansion of essential topics addressed by the book (e.g., abusive relationships, flaws in the justice system, racial biases, prejudices, and social expectations).

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jg34's review against another edition

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emotional funny 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? It's complicated

4.75

Ugh so cute and silly and also very real and emotional. Loved it! For me it was the perfect amount of spice, just a little without any cringey details. Will definitely check out the authors other books!!

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katcass's review

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emotional funny hopeful slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

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mnek's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

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tatata's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted sad tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

While the two main characters don’t meet for the first 100 and something pages it does feel boring. Their relationship builds slowly without it feeling like it’s dragging on.
There is no actual spicy scene. But like I guess “heavy bedding”. Yk more than just making out but not yet sex. The only actual sex scene is fade to black.
There is a third act miss understanding but not on a stupid break up just for the sake of a break up kinda way. Also it isn’t really the mc fault.
All the background stories are perfect and I was so so so invested in the Johnny white storyline.
Leon’s writing is a bit weird especially in the beginning but once you get used to it you can appreciate that it reflects him and I personally have come to find it kind unique and charming.

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stories_of_the_soul27's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This book was ridiculously good. If you want a talkative MC x introvert MC trope go for it. If you want to see the best group of friends who are the pillars of the MC, go for it. If you want to see some brotherly love happening, go for it. If you like tall people, go for it. If you want slowburn romance, go for it. If you want to see the MCs develop friendship through the ancient way of writing notes, then please go for it. If you want to read about sub-plots of love, warmth and hope, then definitely go for it. Above all if you want to read about a very heartwarming love story and the sweetest proposal then yes please read this book.

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