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kitstercronk's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This was a really enjoyable debut book, and I cannot wait to see what else this author writes and to watch their writing skills continue to grow!
Firstly, I really appreciated the autism rep. Honestly a lot better done than some traditionally published romances I’ve read lately. I LOVE that Charlie does something big and scary (moving to Scotland temporarily) despite it being difficult for her. Honestly I wish we saw more autistic characters doing that while still being real about how challenging it is with a disability.
And I think Page’s history and reasons for his issues were believable. He was a great character and I loved his friends and family.
Some parts of the plot felt a little predictable and like a few too many ideas were trying to happen at once - but I’d expect that from any debut indie author, and perfecting that will just come with time! The core elements of great characters, a charming setting, and a romance we can cheer for are all there. It was a lovely story to read on a rainy day!
Firstly, I really appreciated the autism rep. Honestly a lot better done than some traditionally published romances I’ve read lately. I LOVE that Charlie does something big and scary (moving to Scotland temporarily) despite it being difficult for her. Honestly I wish we saw more autistic characters doing that while still being real about how challenging it is with a disability.
And I think Page’s history and reasons for his issues were believable. He was a great character and I loved his friends and family.
Some parts of the plot felt a little predictable and like a few too many ideas were trying to happen at once - but I’d expect that from any debut indie author, and perfecting that will just come with time! The core elements of great characters, a charming setting, and a romance we can cheer for are all there. It was a lovely story to read on a rainy day!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, and Ableism
Minor: Car accident, Child death, and Death of parent
rachtmh's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
If you love books that are, Diverse, Geeky, Romantic, Authentic and wonderfully told them this is a book for you!
The book includes: disability rep, LGBTQIA+ rep, found family, Crippling Anxiety, Geeky Sci-Fi, Books and Bookshops, Academia like setting and stunning views.
It also has multiple POV and the bursts of script and social media posts between chapters really adds to the story as a whole.
The author used sensitivity readers and it’s so clear in the respectful and authentic way the experience of the characters in this book are written.
As a person who is Bi, Female & Neurodivergent, it was so wonderful and validating to see myself and my fellow Neurodiverse and LGBT friends and family represented in the day to day.
Thank you so much Caden for writing this beautiful story and for such wonder characters.
The book includes: disability rep, LGBTQIA+ rep, found family, Crippling Anxiety, Geeky Sci-Fi, Books and Bookshops, Academia like setting and stunning views.
It also has multiple POV and the bursts of script and social media posts between chapters really adds to the story as a whole.
The author used sensitivity readers and it’s so clear in the respectful and authentic way the experience of the characters in this book are written.
As a person who is Bi, Female & Neurodivergent, it was so wonderful and validating to see myself and my fellow Neurodiverse and LGBT friends and family represented in the day to day.
Thank you so much Caden for writing this beautiful story and for such wonder characters.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Ableism, Car accident, Grief, Abandonment, and Death
beccccam's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
itsbethmay's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
I think I'll be holding this book close to my heart for a while, it truly was like a love letter to late-diagnosed neurodivergent AFAB <3
The book explored autism, anxiety and queerness so beautifully, and though the plot itself was slightly predictable (hence a 4 star read for me), I fell in love with the characters and loved watching them interact and grow their relationships.
I loved the specific dual POV, which is something I haven't read much of lately, and how you could see explicitly how different moments in the story affected Page and Charlie respectively.
Overall, I loved the book, although I was so engrossed in how much I related to the anxiety and autism aspects that I probably overlooked how it was written beyond representation on the page. At times you could also tell that it was Caden's debut novel, but none-the-less it was still an amazing piece, just improvement that naturally comes over time!
Would definitely recommend this as a warm-hearted book with amazing representation and a side of spicy scenes!
The book explored autism, anxiety and queerness so beautifully, and though the plot itself was slightly predictable (hence a 4 star read for me), I fell in love with the characters and loved watching them interact and grow their relationships.
I loved the specific dual POV, which is something I haven't read much of lately, and how you could see explicitly how different moments in the story affected Page and Charlie respectively.
Overall, I loved the book, although I was so engrossed in how much I related to the anxiety and autism aspects that I probably overlooked how it was written beyond representation on the page. At times you could also tell that it was Caden's debut novel, but none-the-less it was still an amazing piece, just improvement that naturally comes over time!
Would definitely recommend this as a warm-hearted book with amazing representation and a side of spicy scenes!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism and Homophobia
Moderate: Sexism, Death of parent, and Child death
Minor: Car accident
leonorvm's review against another edition
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
skidkneereads's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This book really opened my eyes to the challenges adult autistic people face in daily life and relationships. I really fell in love with the characters and would love to read more of Charlie & Page's story as well as more from the author in general!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Panic attacks/disorders, Bullying, and Hate crime
Moderate: Death of parent, Child death, and Death
aranzazugarcia's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
tense
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? No
4.5
emilyrose_isreading's review against another edition
5.0
This was amazing and I need more autistic representation in books
tannithreece's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? No
3.5