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nhuchii's review
hopeful
informative
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
3.5
himalaya's review against another edition
3.25
I thought this was okay! a sweet romance and exploration of mental health and friendship.
It does feel quite young for a book about characters in their 20s; the plot and writing feels very similar to a lot of YA contemporaries. But also I get that being queer/trans/adhd and having a unsupportive parent can mean people experience things at a different rate than other people.
It’s pretty cheesy; the plot is very transparent (and at times a little frustrating that They Haven’t Realised Yet) and i feel like the not telling him at the end was a bit too drawn out (i get bad mental health exacerbates that but like…..) but if you’re looking for a mostly-cute low stakes neuroatypical romance maybe check it out?
also: ace lesbian side character, nice surprise for me! (just mentioned once but she’s a significant character).
and ohhh the experience of figuring out what a normal amount of ingredients to remove from your burger order vs what to just pick out yourself afterwards
It’s pretty cheesy; the plot is very transparent (and at times a little frustrating that They Haven’t Realised Yet) and i feel like the not telling him at the end was a bit too drawn out (i get bad mental health exacerbates that but like…..) but if you’re looking for a mostly-cute low stakes neuroatypical romance maybe check it out?
also: ace lesbian side character, nice surprise for me! (just mentioned once but she’s a significant character).
and ohhh the experience of figuring out what a normal amount of ingredients to remove from your burger order vs what to just pick out yourself afterwards
within_the_willows's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
kyra_19's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
very much felt like reading a fanfic due to the writing style, lots of millennial humor, wasn’t really my cup of tea but it wasn’t bad. great representation for queer and adhd/autism. all in all, not bad just not really for me.
elliott_the_clementine's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Transphobia
Moderate: Homophobia and Toxic relationship
Minor: Biphobia and Racism
stinkybarnacles'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
5.0
cheye13's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
While the writing style lacks the polish of a mainstream publish, it's full of the charm of an indie. The background characters added some lovely color and depth, and the main story was heartwarming and a generally fun read. If you're looking for a queer romcom popcorn-candy-style read with a trans main character, a black autistic love interest, and a rag tag found family, you could do far worse.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Transphobia
Minor: Ableism and Homophobia
transphobia specfically regarding a mother's struggle/refusal to accept her child's gendersarahreadsromance's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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
I genuinely loved this book! The representation is so authentic. The sensory overload and stimming imagery particularly resonated with me. The author creates a found family that I think anyone would love to be a part of. There is such a good balance between the at times difficult reality and the hopefulness and fun that these characters experience. <3
_moony00_'s review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Reading about was so healing