Reviews

Not Here to Be Liked by Michelle Quach

aaalexia's review against another edition

funny informative lighthearted reflective relaxing slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

im sorry but this was disappointing 

hangngt_'s review

3.0

this was a very refreshing read.

the concept was also nice, it wasn't too overwhelming or too preachy (if that makes sense). it didn't try to dive too deep into this whole feminist concept, but I like how it did raise awareness of how complicated this idea is.

I do enjoy how it talks about feminists, although, there are some topics that had not yet been discussed by the end. by the end, this whole idea seem to be brush off easily. so I did not enjoy the ending as much.

overall though it was a nice read.

also, can we talk about how the book cover makes me think this story was set during college like it gives off such a college vibe. to my surprise, the characters are still in high school.

ash_2417's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

rooby_june's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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

4.5

cupcates's review against another edition

4.0

3.5

this was cute

sofiat8's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful informative lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

anysa's review against another edition

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

I listened to the audiobook, and that's honestly the only reason why I finished it so quickly (my focus is literally on nowhere to be found....)

Anyways, this book is marketed as academic rivals to lovers, and if you're looking for a cute romance that will make you squeel, this book isn't it. 

The themes of friendship and family and feminism are quite interesting, especially since it's portrait in a high school setting.
The romance honestly felt more like a side plot, which I didn't mind after a while. 

But I would recommend this book if you're more in the mood to think than giggle with a romance book. 

mb13_books's review against another edition

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

I loves this book!!! It was an amazing read and I hope to own this book to support the author. I loved how through a YA character from immigrant family was used to delve into the concept of feminism and the story about immigrants. I juts loved this book!!! 

katielouiseeeee's review against another edition

funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

sadie_g's review against another edition

inspiring lighthearted medium-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

3.5

As someone who worries about being unlikeable, I totally relate to Eliza. She seemed like a very real and believable character to me. 

The romance subplot was fully giving academic rivals-to-lovers as I hoped, but it was still enjoyable and Len and Eliza were very sweet together!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Misogyny, and Sexism

Moderate: Alcohol and Sexual harassment

Minor: Racism