A review by talknerdybookblog
One to Watch by Kate Stayman-London

emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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? Yes

4.0

Representation: Fat Heroine, Asian Jewish Supporting Character, Black Supporting Character, Asexual Supporting Character, Lesbian Side Character, Asian Gender Expansive Side Character, Asian Side Character

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tl;dr: A bachelorette-style romance that delves into the pervasive fatphobia in the US while serving a dramatic yet sweet romance, that falters a bit with its distant narrative and rushed ending.

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Safety Rating: Safe with Exception

• No cheating
– The Heroine is dating multiple men at once, so it's kinda an open relationship to start with. All the love interests know this and agreed to it as part of the show, but it doesn't mean there's no jealousy.
• No OW drama
• Does have OM drama
– While the guys knew the Heroine would be dating all of them at the same time, once feelings are involved, some don't appreciate this set-up.
• Does have the Heroine pushing the guys away and a few push her away too
• Does have a separation between the Hero and Heroine


Possible Triggers: Yes

• Infidelity
– Heroine sleeps with her unrequited love while he's engaged to OW
– One of the love interests was cheated on in a past relationship
• Fatphobic hate speech (including death and r@pe threats)


Ending:
HEA
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