Reviews tagging 'Classism'

The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang

24 reviews

binevolentbookworm's review against another edition

emotional hopeful medium-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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Cancer, Terminal illness, Medical content, Grief, Death of parent, and Gaslighting

Minor: Ableism, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, and Classism

caitlinemccann's review against another edition

emotional funny inspiring reflective sad 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

4.0

The romance is almost the background to Quan and Anna's personal journies with grief and identity, but that makes everything about this story more personal and poignant. Yes, you still get the tender moments and the spice that the other books in the series do so well. But it's really a romance for readers who love character development and self-reflection. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Grief, Death of parent, and Gaslighting

Moderate: Cancer, Misogyny, Suicidal thoughts, and Classism

angelfireeast24's review against another edition

I thought this was going to be a romance but it's more a heartbreaking story about Anna. There is romance but I can't deal with so much pain right now

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Bullying, Infidelity, Mental illness, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Grief, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Classism

teatunesandtales's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad tense medium-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? Yes

5.0

Part fiction, part memoir. Thank you Helen Hoang for writing my story also.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Death, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Death of parent, and Gaslighting

Moderate: Cancer, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Medical content, and Classism

Trigger Warnings: Caretaker burnout, Autistic burnout.

mlovesbooks's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Medical trauma and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Death of parent and Classism

cnricochet's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional hopeful reflective sad 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

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Chronic illness, Sexual content, Terminal illness, Grief, Death of parent, and Gaslighting

Moderate: Cancer, Emotional abuse, and Infertility

Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Excrement, and Classism

abitbetterbooks's review against another edition

challenging emotional hopeful reflective sad 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

4.5

I loved this book. It was heart wrenching and painful but also sweet and romantic. The development of Anna and Quan’s relationship over time was well-crafted and felt unbelievably real. My heart broke for the both of them as they struggled to reckon with their own baggage and tried and failed to open up to each other, until they finally did. 

While technically a romance, I think this book is so much more. It dealt with ableism and the crushing weight of expectation to conform to neurotypical standards and familial obligation; the depth of sorrow and grief of caregiving for an ailing family member; the isolation of one’s own mind the barriers to communication; healing from past trauma and trying to see yourself as whole again, trying to be the person you once were again; the constant uphill battle of inadequacy, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and shame; being able to love yourself as much as you love another person; choosing to love a person who allows you to show up as your full, true self. 

I loved this book and tore through it in a matter of days. Definitely my favourite of the trilogy; I hope for more like this from Helen Hoang!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Cancer, Mental illness, Sexual content, Medical content, Grief, and Death of parent

Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Classism

kirareadssometimes's review against another edition

challenging emotional inspiring reflective medium-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? Yes

4.5

While I really enjoyed this book I feel a bit disappointed that sweet, happy, kind Quan got such a sad book. I know the book was more focused on Anna but I just want the best for that perfect man. As someone who struggles with their mental health I hope that one day I can find someone who is as gentle and steadfast a partner as Quan. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Mental illness, Sexual content, Medical content, Grief, and Death of parent

Moderate: Emotional abuse, Infertility, Panic attacks/disorders, and Classism

Minor: Suicidal thoughts

jesseeeka's review against another edition

emotional hopeful informative reflective sad 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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Cancer, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, and Sexual content

Moderate: Ableism, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Classism

Minor: Infidelity

baileyt2424's review against another edition

emotional hopeful lighthearted sad fast-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? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Minor: Ableism, Cancer, Chronic illness, Death, Infertility, Mental illness, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Medical content, Grief, Medical trauma, Death of parent, and Classism