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nicolatte's review
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book, against better judgement, was phenomenal. I enjoyed every part of it. Although, the second hand embarrassment was still there which was just as fun to read about. Everytime I had to stop reading, I looked forward to the next read.
Evan was such a complex and relatable character, flaws and all. I really resonated with him a lot. The way his emotions are written was so intricate. Like, I was seriously rooting for him despite his actions because he knew he just wanted to help but got carried away with the change in his life. My opinion may be biased because of how much I relate to him but he is by far my favourite mc.
Ghost Connor was an interesting choice. At first, I questioned why they had to keep his character but the more I read his chapters, the more I realized just how genius it is. The other characters were just as fun to read about. I was especially interested in the friendship between Jared and Evan.
The whole story was just as interesting. From the way it went from somewhat a lighthearted comedy to diving into serious topics as the story went on. You could really grasp just how much everything has escalated as the lie continues on from the writing, it doesn't have to be told outright.
The whole thing about Evan breaking his arm was genius. Without that one vital thing in this story, I probably wouldn't have been as attached and empathetic to Evan as I am now. It really shows just what kind of person he is. As I read on, I just thought about how much I relate to him, thinking I'd do the same thing in his situation.
His situation with his family was heartbreaking. His mother loved him but was always too busy, making him think he doesn't really care for him. She really pulled through at the end. Although, I wish there was more closure for his father but I suppose it's from a more realistic point of view. The epilogue was already beautiful in itself.
It was the best closure this book could've had. Evan learned his lesson, the guilt never leaving but it also shows how the Murphys didn't hold anything against him which I feel is something he really needed to finally push forward in life.
There are plenty of things I want to say but I just can't describe it. From the writing to the pace, I loved it so much. I went into this book with low expectations considering the reviews, I went out SOBBING and wondering why people may not like it. Overall, this is hands down my favourite book and I really recommend it.
Evan was such a complex and relatable character, flaws and all. I really resonated with him a lot. The way his emotions are written was so intricate. Like, I was seriously rooting for him despite his actions because he knew he just wanted to help but got carried away with the change in his life. My opinion may be biased because of how much I relate to him but he is by far my favourite mc.
Ghost Connor was an interesting choice. At first, I questioned why they had to keep his character but the more I read his chapters, the more I realized just how genius it is. The other characters were just as fun to read about. I was especially interested in the friendship between Jared and Evan.
The whole story was just as interesting. From the way it went from somewhat a lighthearted comedy to diving into serious topics as the story went on. You could really grasp just how much everything has escalated as the lie continues on from the writing, it doesn't have to be told outright.
The whole thing about Evan breaking his arm was genius. Without that one vital thing in this story, I probably wouldn't have been as attached and empathetic to Evan as I am now. It really shows just what kind of person he is. As I read on, I just thought about how much I relate to him, thinking I'd do the same thing in his situation.
His situation with his family was heartbreaking. His mother loved him but was always too busy, making him think he doesn't really care for him. She really pulled through at the end. Although, I wish there was more closure for his father but I suppose it's from a more realistic point of view. The epilogue was already beautiful in itself.
It was the best closure this book could've had. Evan learned his lesson, the guilt never leaving but it also shows how the Murphys didn't hold anything against him which I feel is something he really needed to finally push forward in life.
There are plenty of things I want to say but I just can't describe it. From the writing to the pace, I loved it so much. I went into this book with low expectations considering the reviews, I went out SOBBING and wondering why people may not like it. Overall, this is hands down my favourite book and I really recommend it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Drug abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Self harm
Minor: Infidelity
oliviacasellini's review
3.0
I felt that this book wasn’t very original. It was a basic ya novel. The main character feels sorry for themselves, somebody in their life has a tragic thing happen to them, parents are divorced. It was a basic book, which I am not against, but I felt that the situation with the unrealistic crush that turns out to like them was a bit over the top. There was very few original things about this book. I was also disappointed with the ending, Evan ends up feeling sorry for himself and nothing gets solved. I have this book a high rating because I was captivated by it until the end. I find it hard to find good YA books, so this was better than some, but not amazing.
baratheonbooks's review
emotional
reflective
sad
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? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness and Suicide
candicebeever's review
challenging
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
derurgia's review against another edition
3.0
Antes que nada debo decir que este libro esta basado en un musical con el mismo nombre que es maravilloso, en serio, si no lo han visto les recomiendo que lo busquen porque es muy conmovedor. Dicho esto sigo con el libro.
Este libro me genera bastante conflicto. Por una parte Evan es uno de los personajes mejor construido que he leído, el autor ha logrado representar de manera muy fiel a una persona con ansiedad. Durante todo el libro vemos la lucha de Evan para tratar de salir a flote, ver como las cosas mas mundanas como hablar con alguien o mandar un mensaje terminan siendo un esfuerzo tremendo para el, como la imposibilidad de relacionare con las personas a su alrededor lo dejan marginado sin posibilidad de desarrollarse como persona, sin embargo, el autor en ningún momento victimiza a Evan nunca le quita el pesos a los errores que comete dejando claro que su enfermedad no lo exime de sus malas acciones. Debo decir que como alguien que sufre ansiedad social me ha conmovido ver que el autor aborda el tema con la seriedad que corresponde.
el suicidio esta tocado de una manera muy delicada donde se nos muestra el dolor de la familia pero también los sentimientos en conflicto que generan estas acciones, a su vez el autor hace incapie en el cinismo de la sociedad frente a este tema, como muchas veces se toma como espectáculo y no se crean redes de apoyo para evitar que la gente llegue a esos extremos.
El libro entrega un mensaje poderoso y no lo puedo dejar de destacar porque muy pocas personas se atreven a tocar temas tan delicados y de una manera tan cruda.
Lamentablemente el libro solo queda en eso, fuera de Evan (y tal vez Connor) todos los personajes de la historia están muy mal desarrollados, son meras sombras que entran a escena cuando se requiere para que la historia se vaya desarrollando. Supuestamete Evan va desarrollando lazos significativos con estos personajes pero cada interacción que tiene con ellos es superflua y rebotica.
Este libro es un ejemplo perfecto del quiero pero no puedo.
Le puse 3/5 porque de nada te sirve tener un buen protagonista si no desarrollas de igual manera el mundo que lo rodea.
Este libro me genera bastante conflicto. Por una parte Evan es uno de los personajes mejor construido que he leído, el autor ha logrado representar de manera muy fiel a una persona con ansiedad. Durante todo el libro vemos la lucha de Evan para tratar de salir a flote, ver como las cosas mas mundanas como hablar con alguien o mandar un mensaje terminan siendo un esfuerzo tremendo para el, como la imposibilidad de relacionare con las personas a su alrededor lo dejan marginado sin posibilidad de desarrollarse como persona, sin embargo, el autor en ningún momento victimiza a Evan nunca le quita el pesos a los errores que comete dejando claro que su enfermedad no lo exime de sus malas acciones. Debo decir que como alguien que sufre ansiedad social me ha conmovido ver que el autor aborda el tema con la seriedad que corresponde.
el suicidio esta tocado de una manera muy delicada donde se nos muestra el dolor de la familia pero también los sentimientos en conflicto que generan estas acciones, a su vez el autor hace incapie en el cinismo de la sociedad frente a este tema, como muchas veces se toma como espectáculo y no se crean redes de apoyo para evitar que la gente llegue a esos extremos.
El libro entrega un mensaje poderoso y no lo puedo dejar de destacar porque muy pocas personas se atreven a tocar temas tan delicados y de una manera tan cruda.
Lamentablemente el libro solo queda en eso, fuera de Evan (y tal vez Connor) todos los personajes de la historia están muy mal desarrollados, son meras sombras que entran a escena cuando se requiere para que la historia se vaya desarrollando. Supuestamete Evan va desarrollando lazos significativos con estos personajes pero cada interacción que tiene con ellos es superflua y rebotica.
Este libro es un ejemplo perfecto del quiero pero no puedo.
Le puse 3/5 porque de nada te sirve tener un buen protagonista si no desarrollas de igual manera el mundo que lo rodea.
allyerrante's review
4.0
As a fan of the musical, and I’ve seen it preformed, this book was very close to it. It was true to the story, and I liked it a lot
maryam16080208's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, and Suicide attempt
jenber23's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0