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ootess's review against another edition
4.0
I actually really enjoyed this book, I wanted to rate it 5 stars but the ending was just not what I wanted, which was probably the intention of the author.
The characters in this book are super likeable and I was totally here for Jesse.
The ending honestly took me by surprise because I personally think Jesse was good for Keeley (except at that prom party), I think he could understand her the best and that's why they were so strong together.
As much as I'm okay with Levi and Keeley being together, I just wish they had stronger chemistry at some other point during the book, which would've made me love this book even more.
The friendship aspects were messy, purposefully, and I liked it and hated it (I think I only disliked it because I wanted a perfect ending and in reality that's now how life goes)
So really I'm only rating this down a touch because I wanted a perfect ending and I'm just mad that I didn't get it.
The characters in this book are super likeable and I was totally here for Jesse.
The ending honestly took me by surprise because I personally think Jesse was good for Keeley (except at that prom party), I think he could understand her the best and that's why they were so strong together.
As much as I'm okay with Levi and Keeley being together, I just wish they had stronger chemistry at some other point during the book, which would've made me love this book even more.
The friendship aspects were messy, purposefully, and I liked it and hated it (I think I only disliked it because I wanted a perfect ending and in reality that's now how life goes)
So really I'm only rating this down a touch because I wanted a perfect ending and I'm just mad that I didn't get it.
emmabeckman's review against another edition
4.0
I pretty much gave this 4 full stars because I really liked the premise! It was unique--I definitely haven't read another book with the same main plot line, but I've heard some history about situations where something like that happens.
There were, of course, a couple things that I didn't like with this book. First, I wish it had gone into more of the politics that are embedded in the story and that Keeley was more involved with the actual resistance movement, especially due to our current political climate even if the presence of politics in this book was purely metaphorical. I also didn't like how many loose ends there were. Many of them were small, but they definitely added up and that got distracting as I got close to the end. For example, what happened to Freckles? What happened with the principal in the end? I don't know, I just wanted a little more from those small things.
One thing that I really liked, though, was how the book was almost parodical in its humor. By that I mean this situation that they're in is kind of fantastical and unbelievable in its almost absurdity, but it's so very real for the characters that are living it. I think that made it really fun to read. And while I definitely didn't quite like any of the characters, they were fun to follow and interesting in their mystery for the most part. SPOILERS AHEAD I kind of liked that Jesse's background wasn't fully worked out and that Levi's relationship with his father wasn't fully broken down for the reader. I know one review that I read was very low because the reader didn't like how self-centered Keeley was, but I thought that added some dimension to this book because usually a main character/narrator will examine every detail of everyone's relationships with everyone, whereas Keeley was so primarily concerned with what people thought of her alone. I think that's a side of us as humans that we don't like to admit that we have so Keeley being able to not have to be ashamed or chide herself for being self-centered was something I liked about this book (although I can see why a lot of people wouldn't like it).
There were, of course, a couple things that I didn't like with this book. First, I wish it had gone into more of the politics that are embedded in the story and that Keeley was more involved with the actual resistance movement, especially due to our current political climate even if the presence of politics in this book was purely metaphorical. I also didn't like how many loose ends there were. Many of them were small, but they definitely added up and that got distracting as I got close to the end. For example, what happened to Freckles? What happened with the principal in the end? I don't know, I just wanted a little more from those small things.
One thing that I really liked, though, was how the book was almost parodical in its humor. By that I mean this situation that they're in is kind of fantastical and unbelievable in its almost absurdity, but it's so very real for the characters that are living it. I think that made it really fun to read. And while I definitely didn't quite like any of the characters, they were fun to follow and interesting in their mystery for the most part. SPOILERS AHEAD I kind of liked that Jesse's background wasn't fully worked out and that Levi's relationship with his father wasn't fully broken down for the reader. I know one review that I read was very low because the reader didn't like how self-centered Keeley was, but I thought that added some dimension to this book because usually a main character/narrator will examine every detail of everyone's relationships with everyone, whereas Keeley was so primarily concerned with what people thought of her alone. I think that's a side of us as humans that we don't like to admit that we have so Keeley being able to not have to be ashamed or chide herself for being self-centered was something I liked about this book (although I can see why a lot of people wouldn't like it).
lorilaws's review
3.0
The Last Boy and Girl in the World sounded like such a unique book. I read Not That Kind of Girl by Siobhan Vivian a few years ago and absolutely loved it. I had some high hope for this book but ultimately, it didn’t deliver.
I saw a few other reviewers mention that the beginning of the story was promising and I have to agree. Keeley was interesting, the premise was great, and there was all kinds of intriguing foreshadowing. Sadly, I felt like things unraveled after the beginning.
Keeley is a very unlikeable character. I can appreciate the jokester in a group, but Keeley was never serious. She really seemed like someone that would’ve gotten on my nerves in real life. She was also really selfish. Honestly, she didn’t have many redeeming qualities and my opinion of her dropped and dropped as the story went on. There were a few side characters that were interesting and much more like-able.
My other issue with the book was the pacing. It really, really dragged at many different parts. I had a hard time convincing myself to pick it up some nights.
The Last Boy and Girl in the World has a great premise going for it. I’m still giving it 3 stars because I was fascinated enough to finish it, but I was definitely pretty disappointed.
I saw a few other reviewers mention that the beginning of the story was promising and I have to agree. Keeley was interesting, the premise was great, and there was all kinds of intriguing foreshadowing. Sadly, I felt like things unraveled after the beginning.
Keeley is a very unlikeable character. I can appreciate the jokester in a group, but Keeley was never serious. She really seemed like someone that would’ve gotten on my nerves in real life. She was also really selfish. Honestly, she didn’t have many redeeming qualities and my opinion of her dropped and dropped as the story went on. There were a few side characters that were interesting and much more like-able.
My other issue with the book was the pacing. It really, really dragged at many different parts. I had a hard time convincing myself to pick it up some nights.
The Last Boy and Girl in the World has a great premise going for it. I’m still giving it 3 stars because I was fascinated enough to finish it, but I was definitely pretty disappointed.
shellybomelly's review against another edition
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.5
ashurq's review against another edition
3.0
The main character was a pill and I didn’t like her 85% of the time. She was a butt to the love interest for the first 95% of the book but then he still likes her in the end? I just don’t even know. Also, is this plot something that could really happen? If so, local government can be scary.
jade314's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
faith_a_writes's review against another edition
4.0
The ending was really bittersweet. Heck, the entire thing kind of felt bittersweet. But I really enjoyed it.
pixiedust_'s review against another edition
5.0
"The Last Girl And Boy in The World" by Siobhan Vivian is a captivating and heartfelt novel that quickly became my favorite and a source of comfort. From the moment I delved into its pages, I was enthralled by the story and deeply connected to the characters, who felt remarkably real and relatable.
What sets this book apart is its ability to defy predictability. The plot unfolds in unexpected ways, keeping readers engaged and excited to see what happens next. Siobhan Vivian skillfully crafts characters that feel like genuine individuals, and I found myself emotionally invested in their experiences. Keeley, the protagonist, in particular, captured my heart with her authentic flaws and impulsive nature. It was her imperfections that made her so endearing and relatable, and I couldn't help but love her despite her occasional annoyances.
"The Last Girl And Boy in The World" not only reignited my love for reading but also reminded me of the power of literature to allure and inspire. The novel's ability to evoke genuine emotions and make me care deeply for the characters is a testament to the author's exceptional storytelling skills.
Additionally, the inclusion of the enemies-to-lovers trope added an extra layer of excitement and chemistry to the narrative. It heightened the anticipation and added complexity to the relationships within the story, further enhancing the reading experience.
This novel was a masterpiece that deserved recognition. Its unexpected plot twists, authentic and flawed characters, and incorporation of the enemies-to-lovers trope made it a memorable and engrossing read. I would wholeheartedly recommend this novel to anyone seeking a captivating story that will leave a lasting impression.
What sets this book apart is its ability to defy predictability. The plot unfolds in unexpected ways, keeping readers engaged and excited to see what happens next. Siobhan Vivian skillfully crafts characters that feel like genuine individuals, and I found myself emotionally invested in their experiences. Keeley, the protagonist, in particular, captured my heart with her authentic flaws and impulsive nature. It was her imperfections that made her so endearing and relatable, and I couldn't help but love her despite her occasional annoyances.
"The Last Girl And Boy in The World" not only reignited my love for reading but also reminded me of the power of literature to allure and inspire. The novel's ability to evoke genuine emotions and make me care deeply for the characters is a testament to the author's exceptional storytelling skills.
Additionally, the inclusion of the enemies-to-lovers trope added an extra layer of excitement and chemistry to the narrative. It heightened the anticipation and added complexity to the relationships within the story, further enhancing the reading experience.
This novel was a masterpiece that deserved recognition. Its unexpected plot twists, authentic and flawed characters, and incorporation of the enemies-to-lovers trope made it a memorable and engrossing read. I would wholeheartedly recommend this novel to anyone seeking a captivating story that will leave a lasting impression.
blurrypetals's review
2.0
I try not to put too much stock into titles, especially when it comes to contemporary, but, because of the title and the way the description is written, I was expecting a book wherein a town is flooded and, due to some hijinks or tomfoolery or something along those lines, a boy and a girl would be stuck in their flooded home town and have to find their way to safety.
That is not what happens. Instead, this is simply another contemporary novel about growing up, moving on, and all that. Yes, a town becomes flooded, but it's about the politics of letting it purposely flood versus trying to save it, an argument that gets stale really quickly. The protagonist is a pretty insufferable "jokester" and, while I understand there are young people who go through a similar journey of learning they have to take things more seriously and grow up eventually, I personally could not connect to her at all, not even with Jorjeana Marie's sweet voice narrating Keeley's inner monologue. She is a character so weak-willed, rude, and selfish I nearly dropped this book, but after I saw how close I was to finishing, I bit the bullet and finished up to one of the most anti-climactic, meaningless, and dull climaxes I've had the displeasure of reading.
Maybe I'll write the book I thought I might get someday, but other than perhaps being the unintentional inspiration for a future project, this book was forgettable and abrasive. I'm very glad to be finished with it.
That is not what happens. Instead, this is simply another contemporary novel about growing up, moving on, and all that. Yes, a town becomes flooded, but it's about the politics of letting it purposely flood versus trying to save it, an argument that gets stale really quickly. The protagonist is a pretty insufferable "jokester" and, while I understand there are young people who go through a similar journey of learning they have to take things more seriously and grow up eventually, I personally could not connect to her at all, not even with Jorjeana Marie's sweet voice narrating Keeley's inner monologue. She is a character so weak-willed, rude, and selfish I nearly dropped this book, but after I saw how close I was to finishing, I bit the bullet and finished up to one of the most anti-climactic, meaningless, and dull climaxes I've had the displeasure of reading.
Maybe I'll write the book I thought I might get someday, but other than perhaps being the unintentional inspiration for a future project, this book was forgettable and abrasive. I'm very glad to be finished with it.