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sannesbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
There are also a lot of celebrity and pop culture references, so that's nice if you are into that. I am into that as well, but did not understand all of the references. A big part of this book is set in LA / California, because of this setting, this book is especially nice to read in the summer.
It was nice to see how the Guncle warms up slowely to these kids. I also liked that the Guncle talked to the kids like an adult insteaf of baby talk. Grief is something they all three have in common and it was beautifully handled in the story. Even though grief is a big part of the books it is still a lighthearted, funny, easy read. 'Nothing' really happens in this books, it's just vibes. Maybe because of this I found it a bit hard to read fast. I even took a long break from reading it. There is nothing particularly wrong with the book, so I don't know why this took me quite long. I think I personally just was not captivated enough by the characters, but that doesn't mean you won't fall in love with the characters (as many did).
Graphic: Cancer, Death, Terminal illness, Grief, and Death of parent
nitar8's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Moderate: Addiction, Cancer, Cursing, Death, Homophobia, Terminal illness, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
jasminechocklettslee's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Terminal illness, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Cancer, Homophobia, and Car accident
sareidle's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Terminal illness, Medical content, and Injury/Injury detail
diana_raquel's review against another edition
- 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
The Guncle follows the story of Patrick, or Gay Uncle Patrick, when he has to take care of Maisie and Grant, his niece and nephew, after tragedy strikes. And despite having a set of “Guncle Rules”, Patrick has no idea what to expect, having spent years barely holding on after the loss of his great love, a somewhat-stalled career, and a lifestyle not-so-suited to a six- and a nine-year-old.
I really loved this story! Its a story about grief and loss, but its also about hope and recovery. I loved every bit of it and couldn't put it down! Truly recommend it!
Graphic: Death, Medical content, Grief, Car accident, and Death of parent
Moderate: Addiction, Cancer, Drug abuse, Sexual content, Terminal illness, and Injury/Injury detail
kickitupanotch7's review against another edition
- 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
4.75
Graphic: Grief and Death of parent
Moderate: Addiction, Cancer, Terminal illness, and Car accident
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Medical content, and Alcohol
avisreadsandreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Grief and Death of parent
Moderate: Homophobia, Suicidal thoughts, Terminal illness, Car accident, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Addiction, Vomit, and Medical content
slprincess's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Moderate: Addiction, Death, Drug use, Terminal illness, Car accident, and Death of parent
lynxpardinus's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Death, Medical content, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Cancer, Confinement, Drug abuse, Drug use, Homophobia, Mental illness, Racism, Sexual assault, Terminal illness, Kidnapping, Car accident, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Genocide, Incest, Infidelity, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Sexism, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Xenophobia, Religious bigotry, Stalking, Outing, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Colonisation, and Pandemic/Epidemic
marpaige's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Addiction, Terminal illness, and Car accident
Minor: Suicidal thoughts