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thatsssorachael's review
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
What a slog.
Besides being extremely boring, this book was problematic. We loved to talk about how much sex hurts for the first time, how much blood a woman will bleed her first time, and how virginity is SO IMPORTANT. The author couldn't figure out if she agreed that virginity is a social construct, or if it's an extremely important life event that should be special. I land on the "sex for the first time is purely a new experience, not a life changing one" front.
Mix in bland characters, boring romance, clinical sex discussions and scenes, will they/won't they up until the point you don't even care, girl hate, slut shaming...and you have an extremely mediocre novel.
Besides being extremely boring, this book was problematic. We loved to talk about how much sex hurts for the first time, how much blood a woman will bleed her first time, and how virginity is SO IMPORTANT. The author couldn't figure out if she agreed that virginity is a social construct, or if it's an extremely important life event that should be special. I land on the "sex for the first time is purely a new experience, not a life changing one" front.
Mix in bland characters, boring romance, clinical sex discussions and scenes, will they/won't they up until the point you don't even care, girl hate, slut shaming...and you have an extremely mediocre novel.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism
levilore_'s review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I really liked this story. I definitely expected it to be a classic teen romance storyline, but I really think the overall message of the story was well-conveyed. The dialogue was funny, the characters were relatable, and the relationships definitely captured high school. I knew how it was going to end, just from the nature of the genre, but there was a revelation at the end that even I didn't expect. A fun read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism
Moderate: Bullying, Cursing, Drug use, and Sexual content
Minor: Toxic relationship
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