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idk_indigo's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.0
Pace-wise, the book definitely ebbed and flowed; I found myself almost bored at times because of how slow it was going. There is no real plot, there's not really a genuine beginning-middle-end with a conflict-resolution storyline, it's just vibes. I typically don't enjoy all vibes-no plot books, however, I did enjoy this.
The characters were very lovable, and it was definitely very focused on characters, I feel like hearing all of Juliet's internal monologue was really endearing and I loved her a lot! She was a really lovely character, and her little quirks, like her big boobs and her inhaler, came up often and it was lovely to see her grow and shift her perspective while sticking to her values the whole time.
It was overall a very sweet book! It picked up pace like 1/3 of the way through, and although there wasn't really a plot, it was easy going from there.
Side note, I think this book would have been a little inappropriate for a genuine YA audience because there is so much weed.
The characters were very lovable, and it was definitely very focused on characters, I feel like hearing all of Juliet's internal monologue was really endearing and I loved her a lot! She was a really lovely character, and her little quirks, like her big boobs and her inhaler, came up often and it was lovely to see her grow and shift her perspective while sticking to her values the whole time.
It was overall a very sweet book! It picked up pace like 1/3 of the way through, and although there wasn't really a plot, it was easy going from there.
Side note, I think this book would have been a little inappropriate for a genuine YA audience because there is so much weed.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Drug use, Sexual assault, and Lesbophobia
Minor: Blood, Toxic friendship, Alcohol, and Classism
amachonis's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Blood
Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, Lesbophobia, and Sexual harassment
drraytay's review against another edition
challenging
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Homophobia, Racism, Blood, Lesbophobia, and Outing
Moderate: Chronic illness, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Pregnancy
Minor: Sexual assault
ecster's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I'm convinced you have to listen to the audiobook to truly enjoy this book. The author reads it and you can hear a smile in her voice, and her tone is fantastic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Sexual harassment
Minor: Drug use and Homophobia
melaniereadsbooks'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? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I absolutely loved this book!
Juliet goes from New York to Portland for a summer internship with a feminist writer whose book she fell in love with. Newly out as a lesbian and ready to learn and be embraced, she finds out so many things about herself and others. This book also has a particular focus on the toxicity of white feminism and the intersection of BIPOC/Queer/Feminist identities.
This book was so funny, sweet, and reflective. It's set in the early 2000's, so the same level of convenience for education on queer identities was not readily available as it is today. A lot of the plot was about how Juliet put in the time and effort to learn about herself and others without this convenience. There was a great cast of supporting characters, and even though some were infuriating at times, I truly loved them all (as characters, not necessarily as people).
This book was wonderful and I definitely recommend it be added to your TBR!
Juliet goes from New York to Portland for a summer internship with a feminist writer whose book she fell in love with. Newly out as a lesbian and ready to learn and be embraced, she finds out so many things about herself and others. This book also has a particular focus on the toxicity of white feminism and the intersection of BIPOC/Queer/Feminist identities.
This book was so funny, sweet, and reflective. It's set in the early 2000's, so the same level of convenience for education on queer identities was not readily available as it is today. A lot of the plot was about how Juliet put in the time and effort to learn about herself and others without this convenience. There was a great cast of supporting characters, and even though some were infuriating at times, I truly loved them all (as characters, not necessarily as people).
This book was wonderful and I definitely recommend it be added to your TBR!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Blood
Moderate: Homophobia, Racism, and Sexual content