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well that was just so gosh darn cute!!
I do think it looked at the way fandom can turn toxic in a really interesting way - having conflicting perspectives was a unique way of exploring the impact and cause and effect of fan culture.
Although this book did tackle some strong topics, and really embraced a diverse, realistic cast, it held onto that easy ebb and flow of a YA contemporary. A quick, but enjoyable read - I think Oseman does a great job of balancing heavy topics with the lightness you want from a contemporary.
I do think it looked at the way fandom can turn toxic in a really interesting way - having conflicting perspectives was a unique way of exploring the impact and cause and effect of fan culture.
Although this book did tackle some strong topics, and really embraced a diverse, realistic cast, it held onto that easy ebb and flow of a YA contemporary. A quick, but enjoyable read - I think Oseman does a great job of balancing heavy topics with the lightness you want from a contemporary.
Shaun David Hutchinson is nothing if not a wordsmith. His writing is eloquent, smart, funny and touching. I love that diversity is not thrown in on the side, but it carefully woven into the narrative. His characters feel real and fleshed out - not always likable, don't always make the right choices, don't always say the right thing - but that is real and relatable.
As much as I really enjoyed this book, there were parts that did sit a little uneasy - the relationship between Freddy and Elena was tumultuous, and the way they treated/spoke to each other at times was concerning. But, as often is the case, not inaccurate for two teenagers.
As much as I really enjoyed this book, there were parts that did sit a little uneasy - the relationship between Freddy and Elena was tumultuous, and the way they treated/spoke to each other at times was concerning. But, as often is the case, not inaccurate for two teenagers.
4.5
Wow. I really loved this!! I feel like those who loved station 11, will also really enjoy this book :)
Wow. I really loved this!! I feel like those who loved station 11, will also really enjoy this book :)
Well, isn't that just the cutest thing that has ever been written!
I need mooooooooooooooooooooooore!
I need mooooooooooooooooooooooore!