greatexpectations77's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- 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
3.75
I had strange feelings about this one. It did feel like Otessa Moshfegh, which wasn't my jam, so it makes sense that this one hit me a little weird too. I haven't quite pinpointed what I wasn't in love with about the writing, but I do admire that this kind of self-centered pleasure-seeking is being done by women (and women of color) characters and not white men. So maybe it's not my thing, but I'm glad that it's happening.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abortion and Alcohol
Moderate: Cancer, Terminal illness, Bullying, Chronic illness, Classism, Death of parent, Drug use, and Grief
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Toxic friendship, Blood, Sexual content, Racism, and Infidelity
chaos_animates's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-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
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Death of parent, and Classism
Moderate: Drug use, Misogyny, and Grief
Minor: Sexual content, Terminal illness, and Cancer
enoemo's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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? Yes
4.0
A refreshing, exciting summer read. I loved how reflective this was while giving "hot girl summer" vibes throughout the whole book. So many underlined quotes. Huge recommendation for everyone who likes a fast pace, coming of age type stories (focused on the early 20s), interesting female protagonists and a hint of reflection on the socio-economic state of the world with lots of fun in between!
Content Warnings
Minor: Terminal illness, Cursing, and Toxic relationship
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