rabelais's review
slow-paced
- Strong character development? No
1.75
Of course there's transmisogyny *when the author is intending it to be trans-positive*. That's what you get when an author who isn't a trans woman writes a trans woman character. Luna was more full of a character in the first book, and doesn't have much depth here. Her existence within all relationships is transactional, which is really gross.
Graphic: Transphobia, Violence, Outing, Homophobia, Hate crime, Emotional abuse, Classism, Medical trauma, Dysphoria, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Deadnaming, and Misogyny
There is so much transmisogyny in this book. We didn't need this.gummifrog's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
God I loved this book! Not only is it deeply refreshing to see trans characters take the spotlight for a romance in a way that feels natural and respectful, but this book is a damn good romance to boot. JT Alexander is extremely talented - the sexual and romantic tension is palpable on every page, the food writing is exquisite, and Luna's interior dialogue is hilarious and relatable. I highly recommend this for a fast read, especially if you need something to lift your spirits!
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Transphobia and Toxic relationship
Minor: Sexual harassment and Emotional abuse
uranaishi's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol, Body shaming, Violence, Bullying, Classism, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Sexual harassment, and Transphobia
Minor: Abandonment, Blood, Dysphoria, Medical content, Pregnancy, Eating disorder, Homophobia, Infertility, Injury/Injury detail, Sexism, and Toxic relationship
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