A review by siijayreads
Out On a Limb by Hannah Bonam-Young

emotional funny lighthearted reflective relaxing sad 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

5.0

You know that feeling of not knowing what to do with your life anymore because you just finished a book so good that it leaves you speechless and wondering that now you have to find your next great read and expect it to be as great as the book you just finished? That feeling is exactly what I felt after reading this one. Out on a Limb is a touching, heartwarming, funny, romantic, and fantastic read!

I have not read that much book that have limb difference rep that's why I'm so glad that this book exists. There are certain parts that speak of the personal struggles of each characters that just tugged at my heart and I feel honored and grateful because reading this book has truly expanded my perspective and helped me realize how important it is to have empathy. Bo and Win's struggles may not be my own, but I was touched and inspired by the way they carried on in life and was deeply moved by how they were their for each other. 

Bo and Win's journey as soon to be parents was such a ride and I was seated at every turns, ups, and downs that they've encountered as they navigated not only being soon to be parents but also figuring out their relationship with one another. I have loved every moment of their journey from their funny banters, serious talks, emotional vulnerable conversations, to becoming a team and slowly intertwining their lives together. It was truly a wholesome, wonderful, and sweet read 🫶. 

Bo is sweet, funny, cute handsome hot nerd (🤭🔥) who has a big heart for those he cares about and I just want to hug Win and tell her that everything is going to be fine 🥹. Her fears are so valid and I just know that she's going to be such a good mom 💛 (Bo would agree with me here). I love how the author described Win's thoughts and how it made me really feel and understand where she's coming from and how strong she was. I love seeing Bo from her perspective and despite the lack of his POV, I can understand and empathize with Bo as well. Bo and Win made a FANTASTIC team together and I love how much they love each other i just want what they have 🥺🫶

I absolutely did not want it to end. This book just carved itself inside my heart and it's gonna stay there for a while and I'm absolutely okay with it. I have genuinely enjoyed every single moment of reading this. How I wish I can read it for the first time again. That epilogue made my heart burst 😩. I love seeing them thrive with their family! I cried after flipping the last page screaming "I WANT MOREE!!" Fortunately there's a new bonus chapter in the republished ver and I cannot wait to get my hands on it and read Bo's perspective 😭🥺🫶

The author truly did a beautiful job with this book. I now know from reading the author's note that this is a deeply personal book and I understand why a lot of people are in love with this book, well consider me one of them now ;) I can tell that there is vulnerability in how she wrote this and I'm very grateful for her courage in sharing her gift and experience with us readers 🥺