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beautifulpaxielreads's review
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I enjoyed this on the whole, although I did have a disjointed reading experience which meant I didn't perhaps enjoy it as much as I might have.
It's snappily written, with good pacing and humor. I had some issues with the FMC Greer, mainly to do with her actions towardsJackson . I loved the character of Greer's best friend Maggie, her pettiness, and her passion for social justice - I wish there was more of her.
I thought that author Laura Zimmerman's explanations of the problems that Greer experiences with her larger-than-average breasts - the physical discomfort, not being able to find clothes that fit properly (including bras!), the bullying, and sex jokes by immature boys - were exceptionally well-done. There was one particularly excruciating scene whenGreer accompanies her friends to a dress shop and a too-eager saleswoman ropes her into trying on various different dresses, none of which fit . I really felt for Greer here, her humiliation and shame were palpable.
This was an overall good read, but maybe I read it at the wrong time.
It's snappily written, with good pacing and humor. I had some issues with the FMC Greer, mainly to do with her actions towards
I thought that author Laura Zimmerman's explanations of the problems that Greer experiences with her larger-than-average breasts - the physical discomfort, not being able to find clothes that fit properly (including bras!), the bullying, and sex jokes by immature boys - were exceptionally well-done. There was one particularly excruciating scene when
This was an overall good read, but maybe I read it at the wrong time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming and Bullying
Moderate: Misogyny and Sexual content
Minor: Cursing and Medical content
Brief description of breast reduction surgery, and some scenes of sexual harassment. Some brief nudity (non-sexual).bookcaptivated's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Fatphobia
amcswede15's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Body shaming and Bullying