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124smilehd's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The characters gave me mixed emotions. It was interesting to see that most of the "antagonists" in this book are the older generation who put money and inheritance above all else. With each generation above the last leaning more toward the importance of money. While the younger generation, specifically Nick but others like Astrid, seem to be ignoring the importance of money and put love first. which I think reflects the real-life generational divides we all experience with our older family members as we navigate a changing world. of course, there were a few that care, but even then it seemed to be more of a push from their families rather than true ambitions.
All the characters are flawed, complex, or at the very least had blind spots that make them interesting. which was great to see with such a large cast. Characters that I thought were just for exposition ended up being vital to the story and the characters' progression. So many ended up being two-faced which made it hard to guess who was actually on Rachel's side and who wasn't. It was a guessing game until the end. I am very much looking forward to reading the sequel and seeing how things progress.
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Classism
Minor: Body shaming, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Infidelity, and Xenophobia
kegila's review against another edition
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Moderate: Drug use and Infidelity
laurajeangrace's review against another edition
- 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
3.5
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Drug use, Infidelity, Racism, Sexism, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Racial slurs, Sexual violence, Violence, and Car accident
uranaishi's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Graphic: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Car accident, and Classism
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Infidelity, Misogyny, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Alcohol
Minor: Alcoholism, Body shaming, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gore, Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Cultural appropriation, Gaslighting, and Colonisation
kayesomething's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Bullying, Toxic relationship, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Racism, and Alcohol
Minor: Drug use, Infidelity, Physical abuse, and Racial slurs