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swaye's review against another edition
4.0
I literally had to sleep on whether this was a 4 or 5-star book. So much of it is 5-star material, . I love Chiara and Vi so much. The thing that held it back from becoming another favourite for me is the dreaded miscommunication trope which the plot pretty much hinges on.
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that ending in particularSpoiler
So even though I got the happily ever after my sapphic heart needed I spent so much of the book with tears in my eyes and my heart hurting. No matter how much I tried to reason it out I just didn't understand why they needed to be separated for 5 YEARS!! because of that godawful trope.guardianrock's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
heyguysitsnicole's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
elialoves's review
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Emotional abuse
lesburrata's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
sterling_sapphic_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I'm convinced that Milena McKay is magic. She is a gift to the world. Her words are achingly beautiful. The way she writes is truly an art form. I went into this book blind, already knowing that I was in for it because this author's writing is saturated with color and emotion - but also the cover. This cover is a STUNNER! There's a level of elegance to this book that I just can't accurately put into words. It's something you just have to experience. The relationships and the raw sexuality of these beautiful women are so eloquently written that it's addicting. It just won't let you go. I legitimately think that McKay's writing might alter my brain chemistry.
This book broke my heart and so incredibly slowly, stitched it back together. These Thin Lines reads as a contemporary fairy tale set in beautiful Paris. McKay brings Paris to life in a way that I've not experienced in a book before. Her portrayal of the the city is so vibrant and real, that reading (and listening) to her descriptions makes you FEEL like you're on the cobblestone streets. You feel the mist of the rain on your skin. Her descriptions and the tone of her writing bring a very clear picture to my mind of how the city looks and feels in the first part of this book. It's the same for New York in the second part of the book. It's like I can hear Renate and Aoife bickering in the studio. Her writing evokes so much feeling. I'm telling you - alters my brain chemistry!!!
Vi and Chiara are such complex characters, both carrying wounds from their past, both resisting the pull to each other for their reasons. I was positively desperate for these two to be together. Their journey was heart-wrenching and so beautiful. From the desire they have for each other, these women working through their pasts and their secrets and finding their way to each other even when they're apart- it's just captivating.
One of the things I love so much is McKay's chapter titles. They're so incredibly unique and provide a cryptic glimpse into each chapter that (for me) enhances the reading experience of her work. I have no idea why but I'm smitten with her chapter headings. Additionally, McKay's cast of supporting characters is just stellar. Neve Blackthorn's name was very present in this book and I'm desperate to dive into Neve's story. The worlds that McKay writes - I just need to exist in them. These incredibly powerful, beautifully flawed, gorgeous women are absolutely captivating.
I also have to mention THE CAT! I'm obsessed with the cats that McKay writes. They just add a sense of levity and an additional layer of uniqueness to her stories that are so real... because cats just make everything better
I listened and read this book simultaneously and I have to rave about this audiobook. Abbey Craden narrated this book and did a phenomenal performance. The pairing of McKay's writing style and Craden's performance is just spectacular!
This book broke my heart and so incredibly slowly, stitched it back together. These Thin Lines reads as a contemporary fairy tale set in beautiful Paris. McKay brings Paris to life in a way that I've not experienced in a book before. Her portrayal of the the city is so vibrant and real, that reading (and listening) to her descriptions makes you FEEL like you're on the cobblestone streets. You feel the mist of the rain on your skin. Her descriptions and the tone of her writing bring a very clear picture to my mind of how the city looks and feels in the first part of this book. It's the same for New York in the second part of the book. It's like I can hear Renate and Aoife bickering in the studio. Her writing evokes so much feeling. I'm telling you - alters my brain chemistry!!!
Vi and Chiara are such complex characters, both carrying wounds from their past, both resisting the pull to each other for their reasons. I was positively desperate for these two to be together. Their journey was heart-wrenching and so beautiful. From the desire they have for each other, these women working through their pasts and their secrets and finding their way to each other even when they're apart- it's just captivating.
One of the things I love so much is McKay's chapter titles. They're so incredibly unique and provide a cryptic glimpse into each chapter that (for me) enhances the reading experience of her work. I have no idea why but I'm smitten with her chapter headings. Additionally, McKay's cast of supporting characters is just stellar. Neve Blackthorn's name was very present in this book and I'm desperate to dive into Neve's story. The worlds that McKay writes - I just need to exist in them. These incredibly powerful, beautifully flawed, gorgeous women are absolutely captivating.
I also have to mention THE CAT! I'm obsessed with the cats that McKay writes. They just add a sense of levity and an additional layer of uniqueness to her stories that are so real... because cats just make everything better
I listened and read this book simultaneously and I have to rave about this audiobook. Abbey Craden narrated this book and did a phenomenal performance. The pairing of McKay's writing style and Craden's performance is just spectacular!
msalwayshungry's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
thebookbaron's review
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I loved the ADHD rep and reading a lesbian romance where both women were out and didn’t have male exs causing issues for them in their current relationships. The first part from Vi’s perspective was initially interesting but I got bored because there didn’t seem to be much progression for long stretches and the tension was lacking. Second part was from Chiara’s perspective and held my attention more since she had more things going on in her life.
Where this lost me though was the lack of tension - despite Chiara being married, the workplace, and eventually their past. I also didn’t feel like the mystery part wasn’t that compelling. We sorta knew by the 50% mark who did the big bad thing so when it took until the end of the book for the official reveal it just felt drawn out - Vi could have explained.
Where this lost me though was the lack of tension - despite Chiara being married, the workplace, and eventually their past. I also didn’t feel like the mystery part wasn’t that compelling. We sorta knew by the 50% mark who did the big bad thing so when it took until the end of the book for the official reveal it just felt drawn out - Vi could have explained.
mischievous_monkey's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this book, especially the later bit where our main characters meet again after time apart. The time and effort the author took to bring the two back together all made sense to me and was satisfying. And the supporting characters in this story are just stellar.
What worked a little less well for me was the writing style, which was not consistent. It seemed as though the book was written by a less mature Milena McKay some years ago and then dusted off and some portions reworked (especially the later part) more recently and some not. I may be off my rocker with this as I haven't noticed anyone else mentioning feeling the same way. Regardless, I still enjoyed the read and would possibly consider rereading it in the future.
What worked a little less well for me was the writing style, which was not consistent. It seemed as though the book was written by a less mature Milena McKay some years ago and then dusted off and some portions reworked (especially the later part) more recently and some not. I may be off my rocker with this as I haven't noticed anyone else mentioning feeling the same way. Regardless, I still enjoyed the read and would possibly consider rereading it in the future.
bamruckus's review against another edition
5.0
welp. she’s done it again. ALL the emotions. and now i feel empty.