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mouwuol's review against another edition
1.0
I’m so mad about how much time I wasted reading this.
It’s getting closer to winter here in Australia and it’s good to know I have kindling for a fire.
It’s getting closer to winter here in Australia and it’s good to know I have kindling for a fire.
auts_books's review against another edition
5.0
I was torn on just how many stars I wanted to rate this book. I ended awarding it five stars, despite the fact that it is not a typical book I would enjoy. There were obviously a lot of religious concepts and quotes in there, but it felt like these could appeal to the mass public. As someone who doesn’t identify with one religion or no religion, I often feel left out of conversations that discuss this topic. I really enjoyed certain aspects and thoughts the author shared throughout the story, without pressuring a specific way of thinking. It was interesting to reflect upon after finishing the book- what do I believe in- in general? So I would summarize saying it was thought-provoking without being theoretical, it would likely appeal to many diverse readers, and it was a very easy, quick read.
nastronach's review against another edition
4.0
"Heretics anonymous" totalnie mnie kupiło. Okazało się, że niespodziewanie pokochałam tą historię! Katie Henry ma poczucie humoru, które po prostu do mnie trafia i swoją książką sprawiła, że uśmiechałam się, a momentami nawet śmiałam przy czytaniu. Pomimo panującego humoru potrafi również poruszać ważne tematy: wiarę, przyjaźń, naukę, przynależność, odmienność, relacje z rodziną, miłość, walkę o swoje prawa. Zdecydowanie jedna z lepszych książek tego roku!
therese_nook68's review against another edition
5.0
5/5 stars!
I definitely enjoyed this novel and I'm sad that I didn't pick it up sooner! I also regret not tabbing the book when I read it. But, that's what rereads are for.
TW: homophobia, slut shamming, jokes about religion, some inappropriate talks about someone else's body
I thought that Michael's voice was loud and clear, I understood all of his pain and struggles with having to be moved from place to place and not having enough time to breathe let along make friends, and not being listened to by his parents. He didn't feel like he was older than he actually was or that he was a young man being written by an adult trying to be relatable. He felt like a 17 year old and with that came his relatability.
I doubted everyone when they talked about how funny the book was and WOW I was not disappointed. There were so many moments where I was laughing out loud or snorting. It was hilarious and I think it definitely cushioned the blow with some of the real topics that was a thread running through this book -- mainly that of tolerance for those with different opinions and religions and calling out on the hypocrisy within the Catholic church, but doing so in a respectful manner where it's not too heavy handed or preachy.
I loved the friendship that was formed between Michael, Lucy, Eden, Max, and Avi. From the beginning, the groundwork was laid down where they all respected everyone and called them out when boundaries were pushed or not respected. It was refreshing to see such a healthy friendship from beginning to end.
My only comment is that sometimes Michael's comments on Lucy were a little heavy handed and made me uncomfortable. And while I understand that it's because of puberty and to add to the humor, it didn't read that humorously to me and I think I would have enjoyed it if it didn't come up so often.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend, even if you are religious. I think there's something to take away from it and as a loose Catholic myself, it was cathartic to read.
I definitely enjoyed this novel and I'm sad that I didn't pick it up sooner! I also regret not tabbing the book when I read it. But, that's what rereads are for.
TW: homophobia, slut shamming, jokes about religion, some inappropriate talks about someone else's body
I thought that Michael's voice was loud and clear, I understood all of his pain and struggles with having to be moved from place to place and not having enough time to breathe let along make friends, and not being listened to by his parents. He didn't feel like he was older than he actually was or that he was a young man being written by an adult trying to be relatable. He felt like a 17 year old and with that came his relatability.
I doubted everyone when they talked about how funny the book was and WOW I was not disappointed. There were so many moments where I was laughing out loud or snorting. It was hilarious and I think it definitely cushioned the blow with some of the real topics that was a thread running through this book -- mainly that of tolerance for those with different opinions and religions and calling out on the hypocrisy within the Catholic church, but doing so in a respectful manner where it's not too heavy handed or preachy.
I loved the friendship that was formed between Michael, Lucy, Eden, Max, and Avi. From the beginning, the groundwork was laid down where they all respected everyone and called them out when boundaries were pushed or not respected. It was refreshing to see such a healthy friendship from beginning to end.
My only comment is that sometimes Michael's comments on Lucy were a little heavy handed and made me uncomfortable. And while I understand that it's because of puberty and to add to the humor, it didn't read that humorously to me and I think I would have enjoyed it if it didn't come up so often.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend, even if you are religious. I think there's something to take away from it and as a loose Catholic myself, it was cathartic to read.
rebleejen's review against another edition
emotional
funny
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
Enjoyed the sharp writing in this book. My favorite character was Max. I want to know Max irl.
shobha03's review against another edition
5.0
Such a cute and quirky book addressing questions about God and faith with undertones of free will and egalitarianism. Such a good read. 😍
P.S. Please make this into a movie! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!
P.S. Please make this into a movie! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!
lolitasasha's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
2.75
hannahk22's review against another edition
4.0
this review is dedicated to the priest who almost ran me and my friend over in his red mazda right before mass. it was a religion affirming experience
i would like to preface this by saying i am not religious at all, but like michael, i go to a catholic school and it was a massive adjustment.
i would like to preface this by saying i am not religious at all, but like michael, i go to a catholic school and it was a massive adjustment.