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A review by marslotus
Kiss Number 8 by Colleen AF Venable
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I really really love the theme throughout this novel of misremembering formative events, such a real thing that can happen so often. I also love how imperfect Amanda is, a coming out story doesn't have to be innocent and the complexity of her relationships is so compelling.
Graphic: Bullying, Deadnaming, Homophobia, Transphobia, Lesbophobia, and Outing
Moderate: Cursing, Infidelity, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Sexual content and Death of parent