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sampk's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
From start to finish, the book is a pleasure to read. The concept of reading a story backwards can take a moment to understand and I found myself getting confused at first, but works well once you settle into it. The characters were well written and I loved the unravelling of context as the story goes on.
So why not 5 stars? I found that the book lost me a tad in the middle. I was very invested for the first half of the book and the last few chapters, but I did feel the book really slowed down for a while. I wonder if that's because starting with something as significant as a breakup means the story can only wind down. Regardless, I would highly recommend this book to anybody.
Graphic: Suicide
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Sexual assault
dadzpeach's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Miscarriage
Moderate: Vomit
Minor: Incest and Sexual assault
iamnotclara's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Minor: Death, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, and Sexual harassment
allbookedup_chel's review against another edition
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
3.5
Moderate: Miscarriage
Minor: Child abuse, Incest, and Sexual assault
eviecheesepuff's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The amount of trauma our MC has is MASSIVE, and somehow Hazel Hayes manages to write such a relatable character.
The MC's bff Maya is literally my favorite and I love to see a bisexual mc who has a female best friend and at no point does that relationship turn sexual. I am obsessed!
I wouldn't call this a love story. Is more like a self discovery of oneself journey.
LESSONS LEARNED:
- A relationship might not work out in the end but that doesn't mean you should forget or ignore all the good parts. Pain is a side effect of love.
- Therapy is always a good idea. For everyone. Regardless of the amount of trauma you've endured. We all have some.
- 3rd slide. Literally every word on the page regarding children and wanting to become a parent.
- There's no such thing as a perfect mom/dad. They are also human. However, that doesn't mean you have to tolerate abuse from them. Stay safe out there.
notes
- I love Hazel Hayes, the prologue and acknowledgements are somehow some of my favorite parts of this book.
-I AM NOT A BANANA
-I have my Lena, I just need to find my Maya.
Graphic: Alcoholism and Violence
Minor: Sexual assault
alina3's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, and Homophobia
Minor: Child abuse, Drug abuse, Sexual assault, and Suicide
itsbumley's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Biphobia, Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Infertility, Infidelity, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
Minor: Drug abuse, Eating disorder, Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Vomit
lorepineiro's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Alcoholism, Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Minor: Biphobia, Child abuse, and Sexual assault
6emptynotebooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Cursing, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Blood, Grief, Suicide attempt, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Child abuse, Death, Racism, Car accident, and Alcohol
Minor: Drug abuse, Drug use, Eating disorder, and Fatphobia
bi_n_large's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, and Abandonment
Moderate: Infidelity, Sexual assault, Grief, Suicide attempt, and Alcohol
Minor: Child abuse and Sexual violence