A review by rachieanniereads
Old Enough by Haley Jakobson

emotional funny reflective 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? It's complicated

5.0

a new all time favorite!! this was everything i needed from a queer coming of age story. i wish it was so much longer, because i didn't want it to end. 

these characters felt so real - people i could fully visualize, hear and know.

of all the coming of age stories i've read in my lifetime, this was the best by far and one that i can relate to so deeply. just the perfect portrayal of realizing trauma, becoming confident in your sexuality, and the deep, unparalleled heartbreak of a friendship ending. cannot recommend enough.

also! we need more books showcasing the joys of queer friendship and the bliss/uniqueness of sapphic romantic relationships.
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