A review by literaryintersections
Funny You Should Ask, by Elissa Sussman
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.25
Wow did I enjoy this book. It's smart, unique, funny, heartfelt. Has a great balance of past and present. The way Sussman told the story was intriguing and different enough to keep me invested. Lastly, I just imagined Chris Evans as Gabe and it made it even better.
My favorite parts were the small conversations Chani and Gabe had - just those quiet moments where they both showed more of themselves to the other. Chani was such an interesting character, especially her relationship with her ex-husband. I really rooted for Chani and Gabe and wasn't sure how the story was going to end.
I will say, that although some diversity (queer for Matthias and Black for Jacinda Lockwood) - I'd really have loved to see them more. Especially Jacinda. Like what were her motivations besides. the press essentially calling her a slutty opportunist.
My favorite parts were the small conversations Chani and Gabe had - just those quiet moments where they both showed more of themselves to the other. Chani was such an interesting character, especially her relationship with her ex-husband. I really rooted for Chani and Gabe and wasn't sure how the story was going to end.
I will say, that although some diversity (queer for Matthias and Black for Jacinda Lockwood) - I'd really have loved to see them more. Especially Jacinda. Like what were her motivations besides. the press essentially calling her a slutty opportunist.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Alcoholism and Death of parent