A review by kellyjcm
Meet Cute Diary by Emery Lee

lighthearted slow-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

3.0

I really wanted to love this, but I found Noah so entitled, selfish, and immature that I really struggled. I know he is a teenager, and he does have a lot of growth through story, but every time he displayed entitlement, immaturity, or selfishness, I struggled to feel sympathy and got impatient a lot. This is more about me than the book, but I've read a ton of YA and usually don't struggle as much with a character's flaws.

That said, watching the friendship and romantic feelings blossom between Noah and Devin is sweet. The variety of trans representation just within one book is also remarkable.

Becca, Brian, and Devin are strong supporting characters. Definitely recommend - it just wasn't my cup of tea. Strength of writing makes this 3 stars despite my above comments.
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