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sage_alexandra's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
5.0
The audiobook narratorššš She really makes Nar come alive.
Despite her flaws, or because of them, Nar was an extremely relatable character. I understand the stress she carries, not wanting her sexuality to affect how her family is perceived in a small community. She makes a lot of mistakes, but grows from them, blossoming into her true self with the help of Erebuni.
Erebuniš
Also I'm obsessed with Nar's grandmother, her Nene (unsure about spelling because of audiobook). So many strong women in this book!
Despite her flaws, or because of them, Nar was an extremely relatable character. I understand the stress she carries, not wanting her sexuality to affect how her family is perceived in a small community. She makes a lot of mistakes, but grows from them, blossoming into her true self with the help of Erebuni.
Erebuniš
Also I'm obsessed with Nar's grandmother, her Nene (unsure about spelling because of audiobook). So many strong women in this book!
Graphic: Misogyny and Sexism
Moderate: Biphobia, Fatphobia, and Homophobia
Minor: Alcoholism, Sexual content, Car accident, and Death of parent
Despite the characters being 27 and 31 (if I'm remembering correctly), there are no sex scenes, just mentions of them occuring. This isn't a steamy read because the focus is on Nar's journey to loving and accepting all parts of her identity.memoriast's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved this a lot! Erebuni and Nareh's relationship develops beautifully and naturally, and they connect over things that are very meaningful to them. I learned a lot about Armenian culture as well.
This is a romance genre book, but it's also about Nareh's own personal journey with her culture, her career, and her relationships (both romantic and familial). It is really and truly beautifully written, and even the side characters (Vache, Nareh's mom, Diana, Nene) feel like real people. And the chemistry between Nareh and Erebuni is unbelievable, and the quiet and special moments between them are written so beautifully, and I could go on and on but I really did love this book.
I've read many romances, but this is one of my absolute favourites.
This is a romance genre book, but it's also about Nareh's own personal journey with her culture, her career, and her relationships (both romantic and familial). It is really and truly beautifully written, and even the side characters (Vache, Nareh's mom, Diana, Nene) feel like real people. And the chemistry between Nareh and Erebuni is unbelievable, and the quiet and special moments between them are written so beautifully, and I could go on and on but I really did love this book.
I've read many romances, but this is one of my absolute favourites.
Moderate: Biphobia, Homophobia, Racism, Sexism, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Minor: Body shaming, Fatphobia, Genocide, Grief, and Car accident
bookcasey's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is a beautifully written book about discovering or reclaiming your identities. In many ways, the romance is secondary to this theme of loving yourself.
Unfortunately, this is one of the many recent releases where the title is based on an insignificant, throwaway comment and makes no sense. It is, most assuredly, not about obnoxious Bay Area bros (okay, maybe one or two), so donāt let that turn you away.
Do check the content warnings, but donāt let that scare you off. Nothing is graphic.
Unfortunately, this is one of the many recent releases where the title is based on an insignificant, throwaway comment and makes no sense. It is, most assuredly, not about obnoxious Bay Area bros (okay, maybe one or two), so donāt let that turn you away.
Do check the content warnings, but donāt let that scare you off. Nothing is graphic.
Moderate: Biphobia, Death, Genocide, Homophobia, Car accident, Death of parent, Lesbophobia, and Outing
Minor: Body shaming, Bullying, Fatphobia, Infidelity, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual content, Grief, Murder, Alcohol, and Colonisation
Consistent reference to the Armenian genocide with very brief references to rape and murder. Contains a lot of baby gay angst. Fade to black romance, some vague sexual references.