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apollosophy's review against another edition
1.0
This is going to be a short review because I really have nothing much to say about this book.
Take away the fandom aspect of this book, you have an average, cliche storyline of the girl going to college and all. It was so disappointing, this books tries to sell to an audience because of it's title "fangirl" when in reality it has not much to do with fandom at all. Also, being a fangirl(potterhead) I could clearly see the similarities between Simon Snow and Harry Potter.
In general, it was a really disappointing read. I also have much hatred towards this book because of the whiny protagonist and no character development at all.
Take away the fandom aspect of this book, you have an average, cliche storyline of the girl going to college and all. It was so disappointing, this books tries to sell to an audience because of it's title "fangirl" when in reality it has not much to do with fandom at all. Also, being a fangirl(potterhead) I could clearly see the similarities between Simon Snow and Harry Potter.
In general, it was a really disappointing read. I also have much hatred towards this book because of the whiny protagonist and no character development at all.
sarahmerfi's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
limoncello17's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
5.0
winemakerssister's review against another edition
5.0
I love Rainbow Rowell's writing so very, very much. This is an absolute classic and I'm glad I finally read it. I guess I'm doling her books out to myself slowly so I can make them last.
My only criticism is the end. It was just too abrupt. I looked up, said "huh?" and had to play it back to make sure I got it.
Cover: Adorable. And a forerunner of the current trend in covers.
Narrators: Both are terrific. Maxwell Caulfield is great with his posh/tongue-in-cheek/traditional-British-narrator voice.
Hogwarts Sorting Hat: So appropriate! Cath is a Ravenclaw and I think Levi is probably a Hufflepuff. (Reagan is a Slytherin, of course.)
Themes: book within a book, college, twins, abandonment, writing, fan fiction, manic syndrome, fantasy/paranormal writing
My only criticism is the end. It was just too abrupt. I looked up, said "huh?" and had to play it back to make sure I got it.
Cover: Adorable. And a forerunner of the current trend in covers.
Narrators: Both are terrific. Maxwell Caulfield is great with his posh/tongue-in-cheek/traditional-British-narrator voice.
Hogwarts Sorting Hat: So appropriate! Cath is a Ravenclaw and I think Levi is probably a Hufflepuff. (Reagan is a Slytherin, of course.)
Themes: book within a book, college, twins, abandonment, writing, fan fiction, manic syndrome, fantasy/paranormal writing
richarzo's review against another edition
5.0
I haven't read in so long and this was the perfect book to pick up. HOW DID I NOT READ THIS EARILER. I did not expect to LOVE it as much as I do. It's my new favorite. I relate to Cath and this book so much gahhhejdniwbe I just can't. I cried multiple times because of how similar Cath and her situations are to me and my life. I don't remember the last time I cried in a book so that's saying something. Also, I need a Levi in my life please.
theatretenor's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it! Absolutely loved it. The characters, the plot, the plot within the plot! It was a very compelling read. I was entertained and enthralled from start to finish. I'm a Rainbow Rowell fan even if Eleanor & Park pissed me off. I still like the way she writes. These characters in Fangirl were fleshed out SO well! I cared about them. A lot. And I'm glad it had a good ending! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5 stars!
sommyreads's review against another edition
3.0
Rating: ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ (3.5)
This book is relatable for anyone who's ever felt wrapped up in a book or a fandom. The story follows Cath, a college freshman who's super into her favorite book series and writes fanfiction. It's all about her trying to navigate her first year at college, which is as scary as exciting.
The author nails the feeling of being a fan and the passion that comes with it. Cath's struggles with her identity, making friends, and dealing with family felt real, and many people could see themselves in her. The way the book handles her relationship with her twin sister, Wren, and their dad is also really touching and adds much to the story.
That being said, sometimes the pacing felt a bit slow, and some of the side characters weren't it. The romance didn't really grab me.
This book is relatable for anyone who's ever felt wrapped up in a book or a fandom. The story follows Cath, a college freshman who's super into her favorite book series and writes fanfiction. It's all about her trying to navigate her first year at college, which is as scary as exciting.
The author nails the feeling of being a fan and the passion that comes with it. Cath's struggles with her identity, making friends, and dealing with family felt real, and many people could see themselves in her. The way the book handles her relationship with her twin sister, Wren, and their dad is also really touching and adds much to the story.
That being said, sometimes the pacing felt a bit slow, and some of the side characters weren't it. The romance didn't really grab me.
angevba's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
Con todo lo que se dice sobre este libro es medio difícil formar una opinión propia. Pero aquí les va...
La historia de amor de Fangirl me gustó mucho. En general siento que es ligera, bonita, de esas que te dan calorcito en el alma y que básicamente te hacen feliz.
Levi es un personaje hermoso, me encanta su vibra. Me gustan los personajes como el porque le traen vida a la historia y definitivamente es un pedacito de pancake y me lo quiero comer con crema, muchas gracias.
Cath................ NO PLEASE NO MAS. Este es mi pet peeve principal con esta historia. Por más que quise que me gustara Cath, no pude terminar de conectar con ella. Y uno pensaría que es un personaje con el que es fácil conectar porque es una fangirl y AREN'T WE ALL?? Pero es que quería matarla en varias partes del libro, sobre todo porque WHERE'S CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT? Siento que en ciertos puntos su actitud fue a little bit too much for me.
La historia familiar en su mayor parte me gustó. Siento que al final fue dejada un poco de lado y siento que no se terminó de cerrar el círculo completamente.
Las partes del fan fiction me parecieron originales, a muchas personas no les gusta tanto y sienten que esas partes enlentecen un poco la historia pero en lo personal me gustaron y creo que le agregaron mas emoción a la trama principal.
Definitivamente es un must-read si te gusta la temática contemporánea-romántica Young Adult.
Con todo lo que se dice sobre este libro es medio difícil formar una opinión propia. Pero aquí les va...
La historia de amor de Fangirl me gustó mucho. En general siento que es ligera, bonita, de esas que te dan calorcito en el alma y que básicamente te hacen feliz.
Levi es un personaje hermoso, me encanta su vibra. Me gustan los personajes como el porque le traen vida a la historia y definitivamente es un pedacito de pancake y me lo quiero comer con crema, muchas gracias.
Cath................ NO PLEASE NO MAS. Este es mi pet peeve principal con esta historia. Por más que quise que me gustara Cath, no pude terminar de conectar con ella. Y uno pensaría que es un personaje con el que es fácil conectar porque es una fangirl y AREN'T WE ALL?? Pero es que quería matarla en varias partes del libro, sobre todo porque WHERE'S CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT?
Spoiler
Al final tenemos la misma Cath que al comienzo solo que con novio y con una amiga?? que realmente es su amiga porque eran compañeras de cuarto y LA OBLIGÓ a que fueran amigas..La historia familiar en su mayor parte me gustó. Siento que al final fue dejada un poco de lado y siento que no se terminó de cerrar el círculo completamente.
Spoiler
No me gusta que Cath jamás haya solucionado las cosas con su mamá, o al menos intentar hablar más a profundidad o que exploraran un poco más como quedó eso.Las partes del fan fiction me parecieron originales, a muchas personas no les gusta tanto y sienten que esas partes enlentecen un poco la historia pero en lo personal me gustaron y creo que le agregaron mas emoción a la trama principal.
Definitivamente es un must-read si te gusta la temática contemporánea-romántica Young Adult.