wombat_88's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-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
4.0
jammasterjamie's review against another edition
5.0
Heartfelt and heatwarming, this is a lovely book that can be enjoyed over and over again. Hornby hit the nail on the head with this one.
maedayx43's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-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
4.25
This is such a fun read. This was my first Nick Hornby book and I have not seen the film adaptation. The book switches between the POV of Marcus (a 12-year old who doesn't fit in with the kids and adults around him) and Will (a 30-something playboy/slacker who also doesn't fit in with those around him). I appreciate that this book did not take the usual road. The relationships are messy and the characters are imperfect, but it is satisfying to see them grow and come into their own.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt
colmspringer's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
medium-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
md1999's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
mllyck1's review against another edition
5.0
finally got around to reading one of my favourite films ~ after putting this off for years for this very reason ~ and by golly i am glad i took the plunge.
noomlum's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
3.5
carolinegadonas's review against another edition
3.0
It wasn't my favorite book, but its humor and "feel-good" attitude made it a pleasant book for the summer. The relationships and dialogue were funny and real.
amyyjoyce's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
5.0