angelfireeast24's review against another edition
Graphic: Bullying, Classism, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Grief, Medical content, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Infidelity, Sexual content, Ableism, Misogyny, and Sexism
jadejade's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Bullying, and Grief
Minor: Infertility, Excrement, Infidelity, and Medical content
doubletherazzle's review against another edition
- 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
I’m not quite sure what to say beyond I found this book beautiful. The raw depiction of the characters’ struggles resonates with me. There are heavy themes, but they are treated both with honesty and with hope. Enjoyable, sweet, romantic.
Additional review thoughts:
The last couple of chapters did feel rushed and was lacking Quan’s perspective, which I would’ve appreciated. I’m also realizing, after coming out my emotions for Anna’s arch, that I don’t feel like Quan really got the resolution to his insecurities and challenges in the way his character really deserves. Maybe I just needed the book to be a bit longer so it could bring both of them to a healthy resolution of their character development and get the “happily ever after” vibe. That being said, I still stand by my initial feels.
Graphic: Death of parent and Ableism
Moderate: Infertility, Grief, Cancer, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Bullying, and Emotional abuse
amissabellator's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, Grief, Ableism, Terminal illness, Chronic illness, and Death of parent
Moderate: Cancer, Cursing, Death, Gaslighting, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Alcohol, Body shaming, and Medical content
The text follows Anna Sun - a woman who is diagnosed with autism with low-support needs - (and, to a lesser extent, Quan Diep - a man who has recently overcome personal illness (Spoiler
testicular cancerSpoiler
father is rendered immobile and requires full-care after a strokeSpoiler
Quan suffers anxiety about his genitals following his cancer surgeriesSpoiler
Anna is repeatedly misled/gaslighted about her life and her autism symptomsmicaelamariem's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
Graphic: Bullying, Chronic illness, Death, Excrement, Ableism, Cursing, Death of parent, Grief, and Sexual content
amplawrence's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Mental illness, Gaslighting, Ableism, Medical content, Death of parent, Bullying, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Cancer and Toxic relationship
Minor: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Infidelity, Misogyny, and Infertility
jayessicaa's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
1.5
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Bullying, and Fatphobia
dukeofkel's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
Graphic: Bullying, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Ableism, and Infertility
peachani's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Ableism, Grief, Medical content, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Bullying, Classism, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Mental illness, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Alcohol, Cursing, Infertility, and Suicidal thoughts
escapismforlife's review against another edition
Anna is dealing with in her present. And what Quan's gone through and is now getting used to while being a comfort person for Anna suddenly.
The issues dealt with are done in the most beautiful way. But there could've been further explanation at points throughout this contemporary story. Having just read this one there was little I knew though. But it seemed very concentrated on both characters being comfortable and supportive for each other . And in the end I think that was the best end for this standalone series book.
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Child abuse, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Bullying, Gaslighting, and Mental illness