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A review by annagwritesandreads
A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- 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? No
3.5
This book had me in tears, but those were quickly snatched away by anger half the time. This book was a major roller coaster.
We follow Poppy as she meets a boy named Run when they are five. At eight, Poppy's grandmother dies and gifts Poppy with a jar of 'a thousand boy kisses'. A thousand paper hearts Poppy gets to fill up in her life. Who starts to help Poppy fill this out? Rune!
The beginning: super sweet, I loved every minute of it.
The 1/4- halfway through the book: I was infuriated with how Poppy and Rune were interacting. I felt like it did not match the characterization that was set up for us in the first quart of the book. I know they grow up, but still, I feel there was no consistency, especially for Poppy.
Halfway through the book - 3/4: I was vibing, though it was cute.
3/4-epilogue: TEARS STREAMING DOWN MY FACE
Epilogue: I wish it was cut.
In general, a good read to cry to, but not one to think too deeply about. I would recommend if you're looking for a sad read!
We follow Poppy as she meets a boy named Run when they are five. At eight, Poppy's grandmother dies and gifts Poppy with a jar of 'a thousand boy kisses'. A thousand paper hearts Poppy gets to fill up in her life. Who starts to help Poppy fill this out? Rune!
The beginning: super sweet, I loved every minute of it.
The 1/4- halfway through the book: I was infuriated with how Poppy and Rune were interacting. I felt like it did not match the characterization that was set up for us in the first quart of the book. I know they grow up, but still, I feel there was no consistency, especially for Poppy.
Halfway through the book - 3/4: I was vibing, though it was cute.
3/4-epilogue: TEARS STREAMING DOWN MY FACE
Epilogue: I wish it was cut.
In general, a good read to cry to, but not one to think too deeply about. I would recommend if you're looking for a sad read!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Death