Reviews

Wesley Yorstead Goes Outside by Stephanie Harper

lrector's review against another edition

emotional reflective 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

Thank you so much, Stehanie Harper, for a copy of your book in exchange for my honest review. 
Wesley suffers from agoraphobia & hasn't left his apartment in 5 years. One day, his regular grocery delivery guy isn't at his door when he lifts the chain. Happy is there & enters his life like a hurricane. Most of the characters are loveable & all are believable. Angel may be my favorite. He kind of steals the show. Wesley's anxiety is palpable to the reader without making Wesley less of a person. He has a whole life in his apartment, but there are a few characters that treat him as broken. 
From the title we know Wesley goes outside. The journey to get there is intense anxiety & a testament to what a person will do for love. 
The pace is steady & the writing is great. As a Colorado girl (non native), I love the Denver setting too. 

bibliovino's review against another edition

emotional hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A sweet story with a lovable neurotic and lots of subtle humor. I felt Wesley’s anxiety and cheered him on for all his small victories. 

The “manic pixie dream girl” vibes were a little frustrating, and I think the final act was a bit rushed, but overall, an enjoyable read. 

Thank you to Kate Rock Book Tours for my free copy. These opinions are my own.