penelopecanosreads's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
niche's review against another edition
3.0
Bromance is hard to find
I'll give this book bonus points for being about male friendship and having no romance. The writing itself felt flat and would have preferred more slice-of-life bromance. It felt like it was written for a class reading list in a "let's have this happen so the teacher can discuss it," sort of manner. It seemed like any scene of friendship that wouldn't include gay derision or toxic masculinity got sped through and I would have definitely preferred more casual scenes. It also doesn't help that I'm not into fandom enthusiasm or usage of superlative descriptions.
I'll give this book bonus points for being about male friendship and having no romance. The writing itself felt flat and would have preferred more slice-of-life bromance. It felt like it was written for a class reading list in a "let's have this happen so the teacher can discuss it," sort of manner. It seemed like any scene of friendship that wouldn't include gay derision or toxic masculinity got sped through and I would have definitely preferred more casual scenes. It also doesn't help that I'm not into fandom enthusiasm or usage of superlative descriptions.
suzannedix's review against another edition
3.0
Witty dialogue between 6th grade best friends Matt and Eric makes this story about self-proclaimed band geeks really a fun read. The ending seemed rushed and very contrived but the love these two boys have for each other is really the heart of the story.
Grades 5 and up.
Grades 5 and up.
annarella's review against another edition
4.0
There's not a lot of book about male friendship in pre-teen o early teen years. This is a good story, entertaining and poignant.
There's adventure but there's also insight and reflections.
I liked this story and it's recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine
There's adventure but there's also insight and reflections.
I liked this story and it's recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine
melodierhae's review against another edition
3.0
Very sweet book, great role models for male friendship. Pacing of the climax was jolting with how great the rest of the book was.
gabieowleyess's review against another edition
3.0
This book was just fine for me. I really enjoyed the story, but there was a lot of extra stuff that was put into the story that make some parts feel inauthentic. I loved the characters though and the things that they were working towards.
cottonquilts's review against another edition
5.0
Well written, fun and inclusive in a way that is real.
nqcliteracy's review against another edition
4.0
Such a fun, adventurous story for young people with fiercely honest dialogue and a wonderful blueprint for standing up for oneself. A testament to friendship and feelings. I loved it.
teacher2library's review against another edition
5.0
"Sometimes the risk of being grounded for life is what makes life worth living."
Can you rate a book 10 out of 5 stars?
Can you rate a book 10 out of 5 stars?
thenextgenlibrarian's review against another edition
4.0
A perfect MG book that deals with bullying and homophobia.