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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
*ARC received through netgalley* 4.5 stars! This was so dark and sexy and I loved the enby rep. It reminded me a LOT of the anime/manga series No. 6
SO MUCH LGBTQ+ REP!!! Awesome gay babes, pan, trans, aaannnd non-binary people!! This book was also written by a non-binary author (which explains why there was nothing problematic about the LGBTQ+ characters, as opposed to when this kind of book is written by cis, straight authors). So you can guess how much I wanted to love this book, and why I requested it on Netgalley!
The general idea of this book was interesting, with a mix of contemporary and paranormal genres (based on West Virginian folklore, which is super cool). BUT. When I was reading this I just felt like I was missing out on some very important information, and I just didn't really get what was going on. Some elements were odd and confusing, leaving many questions unanswered. And really, when I reread the synopsis after finishing this book... the synopsis pretty much sums up the entire book. Leaving nothing for the reader to discover...
There are quite a few positive reviews, so I still suggest you give it a go! This one just wasn't for me. 2⭐
The general idea of this book was interesting, with a mix of contemporary and paranormal genres (based on West Virginian folklore, which is super cool). BUT. When I was reading this I just felt like I was missing out on some very important information, and I just didn't really get what was going on. Some elements were odd and confusing, leaving many questions unanswered. And really, when I reread the synopsis after finishing this book... the synopsis pretty much sums up the entire book. Leaving nothing for the reader to discover...
There are quite a few positive reviews, so I still suggest you give it a go! This one just wasn't for me. 2⭐
A dual pov queer contemporary fantasy novella where someone is sending Emerson messages via the college radio just in time to keep saving his life and it might be the college neighbour who ghosted him after they kissed. I loved both characters in this so much, Emerson was feeling so lost, Morrie was conflicted and quirky. I loved the way he needed music and his love of lamps! They were spiky at each other but adorable and I loved how the relationship unfolded through all the obstacles in their way. The setting was vivid and perfect. I don’t have anything bad to say. A brilliant quick read about two teens at college falling in love while dealing with supernatural complications.
(English Below) 3 sobre 5 estrellas
(Gracias a Netgalley por la copia a cambio de una opinión sincera)
Tengo sentimientos encontrados con el libro. Por una parte me ha gustado la historia, pero por otra parte creo que al ser una historia corta (de apenas 80 páginas) todo sucede de manera atropellada.
En principio me llamó la atención por sus personajes principales. Llevaba tiempo buscando un libro con representación no binaria y esta historia la tiene, además con capítulos desde sus puntos de vista.
El toque paranormal hace interesante la historia, pero como he dicho antes, si hubiese sido más extensa le hubiera dado más juego a la trama y a los personajes.
Una buena lectura corta para cualquier momento del día.
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3 stars
(Thanks to Netgalley for the copy in exchange for my honest review)
I have mixed feelings with this book. I liked the story, but I think that the problem with being a short story (barely 80 pages) everything happens really fast.
the first thing that caught my attention were the main characters. I've been looking for a book with non-binary representation for some time and this story has it, as well as chapters from their point of view.
The paranormal touch makes the story interesting, but as I said before, if it had been a more extensive book it would have given more play to the plot and the characters.
A good short read for any time of the day.
(Gracias a Netgalley por la copia a cambio de una opinión sincera)
Tengo sentimientos encontrados con el libro. Por una parte me ha gustado la historia, pero por otra parte creo que al ser una historia corta (de apenas 80 páginas) todo sucede de manera atropellada.
En principio me llamó la atención por sus personajes principales. Llevaba tiempo buscando un libro con representación no binaria y esta historia la tiene, además con capítulos desde sus puntos de vista.
El toque paranormal hace interesante la historia, pero como he dicho antes, si hubiese sido más extensa le hubiera dado más juego a la trama y a los personajes.
Una buena lectura corta para cualquier momento del día.
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3 stars
(Thanks to Netgalley for the copy in exchange for my honest review)
I have mixed feelings with this book. I liked the story, but I think that the problem with being a short story (barely 80 pages) everything happens really fast.
the first thing that caught my attention were the main characters. I've been looking for a book with non-binary representation for some time and this story has it, as well as chapters from their point of view.
The paranormal touch makes the story interesting, but as I said before, if it had been a more extensive book it would have given more play to the plot and the characters.
A good short read for any time of the day.
While the premise had potential, I feel like this fell short of that potential. The writing was okay, though a bit more YA than I was expecting, to be honest. I couldn't really connect with the characters at all, though. Not just because of the length of the book, but just the characters themselves. I also spent a lot of time confused about various things and it just really leached any enjoyment I might get out of the reading and made it drag on.
3.5 Stars
As per the blurb, Emerson seems to be a walking ticking time bomb but something or someone out in the ether seems to take his mortality very seriously, making sure he narrowly avoids imminent death several times. While Emerson’s trying to reconnect with his first hookup, the elusive enigmatic magnetic Morrie, he also tries to find out who his guardian angel is.
An interesting concept for sure. This bridges fate and destiny with clairvoyance and love with a paranormal twist, all against a college NA backdrop. Short but impactful, Emerson and Morrie are two complex endearing characters to root for. A satisfying 90 min read!
As per the blurb, Emerson seems to be a walking ticking time bomb but something or someone out in the ether seems to take his mortality very seriously, making sure he narrowly avoids imminent death several times. While Emerson’s trying to reconnect with his first hookup, the elusive enigmatic magnetic Morrie, he also tries to find out who his guardian angel is.
An interesting concept for sure. This bridges fate and destiny with clairvoyance and love with a paranormal twist, all against a college NA backdrop. Short but impactful, Emerson and Morrie are two complex endearing characters to root for. A satisfying 90 min read!
I loved it so much it hurt that it's this short. The ideas and characters are amazing, the style made me feel I was immersed in Emerson's world, and the descriptions were just as good. I just hope the author writes more about these characters!
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Very quick read, but to the point that it felt rushed and not very memorable.
I’m kind of in love with this weird, sweet little story. Just read it!