Scan barcode
A review by betweentheshelves
As You Walk on By by Julian Winters
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Leave it to Julian Winters to finally pull me out of my sad book reading streak. Finally, the rom-com that I really needed! Honestly, it's what I've come to expect from a Julian Winters book. There were definitely the Breakfast Club vibes that were promised here, as well as a cute promposal and just all around general teenage romance drama.
A good majority of this book takes place at the same party, and you come to realizations kind of as Theo comes to them. Especially about his friends. The relationships felt realistic, and the drama wasn't too much. There are some well developed side characters, and it's easy to get lost in the cast. It's just an all around enjoyable book, and I'd definitely recommend it if you're look for a good YA romance!
A good majority of this book takes place at the same party, and you come to realizations kind of as Theo comes to them. Especially about his friends. The relationships felt realistic, and the drama wasn't too much. There are some well developed side characters, and it's easy to get lost in the cast. It's just an all around enjoyable book, and I'd definitely recommend it if you're look for a good YA romance!
Graphic: Grief, Toxic friendship, and Classism
Moderate: Homophobia, Racism, and Sexism
Minor: Biphobia, Car accident, and Death of parent