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zombiezami's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
medium-paced
3.25
This was very sweet, but has some stench of '00s humor, specifically the casual anti-fatness. I don't think I've ever read a book about an Armenian-American character, so it was cool to learn more about the culture through this book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Cursing, Fatphobia, Genocide, and Grief
Minor: Death, Infidelity, Rape, Sexual content, Violence, Murder, Abandonment, and War
levilore_'s review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.75
There was so much potential with this story, but I think overall it fell flat. Ethan wasn't a lovable character and the relationship between him and Alek felt rushed. I definitely wished the story focused more on building their relationship slowly rather than just having quick conversations where the reader was expected to fall in love with their relationship.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Genocide
Minor: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Violence