erinarkin20's review against another edition
4.0
Ahhhh...I need the next book right now please. Review to come.
ramintah's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- 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
3.75
blakehalsey's review against another edition
5.0
Such a fun, sexy, important read. Distinctive voices, spot-on dialogue, and Vanessa's journey of self-realization and self-acceptance were just beautiful. I hope queer teen girls everywhere find this book.
elusivesue's review against another edition
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
shadyeglenn's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
mehsi's review against another edition
1.0
Due to people attacking me for my review, my review will only be on my blog. I am sorry guys, but apparently having thoughts on what I think of how diversity is done in books or how I feel that it is just so magical at times is a big bad no-no. I am not trying to offend anyone, as I also clearly stated in my review, but apparently that is not enough. So I am sorry guys, but apparently one can't have an opinion about a topic like Diversity. It is a shame and I probably next time I will not post a review if the topic is this sensitive.
Short review: This book was not what I expected due to various reasons.
Short review: This book was not what I expected due to various reasons.
shaunnah511's review against another edition
4.0
3 stars for the Josh portions, 4 stars for the Vanessa portions = 3.5 stars total rounded up
Okay. So I really enjoyed the Vanessa sections of this story. She was great. Watching her fall in love and go through her struggles, both career and relationship-wise was great. I loved her as a character and looked forward to reading in her POV.
I liked Josh and his sections less. He was a bit boring and his type of character is a bit overdone. I wanted more Van. I liked that Josh had character growth and played off of Van's character though.
The story as a whole was really sweet, and I look forward to reading more by this author (particularly her f/f romances)!
Okay. So I really enjoyed the Vanessa sections of this story. She was great. Watching her fall in love and go through her struggles, both career and relationship-wise was great. I loved her as a character and looked forward to reading in her POV.
I liked Josh and his sections less. He was a bit boring and his type of character is a bit overdone. I wanted more Van. I liked that Josh had character growth and played off of Van's character though.
The story as a whole was really sweet, and I look forward to reading more by this author (particularly her f/f romances)!
kaylakaotik's review against another edition
5.0
I liked Behind the Scenes, but Under the Lights was so much better!
This book is rather unique in the sense that we're getting two points of view, but Josh isn't Vanessa's love interest. It might seem strange when you think about it, but it's not. It actually works well. Josh and Vanessa's stories intertwine and make total sense together.
Josh and Vanessa are really awesome. It was cool seeing them in Behind the Scenes, but sooo much better when the story focuses on them. They are such interesting characters (more so than Ally, honestly). Josh was great! I love his attitude and his witty dialogue is full of so much win. And Vanessa is pretty amazing, too. I loved her F/F romance. It was incredibly swoon-worthy!
Overall, definitely a great book!
* This book was received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. *
This book is rather unique in the sense that we're getting two points of view, but Josh isn't Vanessa's love interest. It might seem strange when you think about it, but it's not. It actually works well. Josh and Vanessa's stories intertwine and make total sense together.
Josh and Vanessa are really awesome. It was cool seeing them in Behind the Scenes, but sooo much better when the story focuses on them. They are such interesting characters (more so than Ally, honestly). Josh was great! I love his attitude and his witty dialogue is full of so much win. And Vanessa is pretty amazing, too. I loved her F/F romance. It was incredibly swoon-worthy!
Overall, definitely a great book!
* This book was received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. *
clem_mathieu's review against another edition
4.0
Under the Lights was much a much more entertaining read to me than it's prequel. Vanessa's journey to discover who she really wants to be was relatable and I loved getting to know her better as she got to know herself better. I didn't realize this dual POV didn't follow the two parties of a future couple when I started and I didn't care that much for Josh's story even if I liked the character. I think if this book focused solely on Vanessa, we would've been more satisfying. Overall, a great book about figuring who you are and owning it.