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A review by bbygirl21
Breathe by Sophia Soames
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I absolutely enjoyed this story. I stayed up all night reading it until I finished it. I loved how realistic felt. Each and every character was flawed in some way.
And I loved how Luke wasn't the typical attractive male lead but Ryan loved him anyway. I loved how naturally their relationship progressed from a mutual dislike of each other to love and how nothing felt rushed between them. Especially after what happened to Ryan. I feel that whole situation was handled fantastically.
I also loved the cast of side characters. Olive such a cutie and I hate what has had to deal with at her age. I also loved the rest of Luke's family. I love how close they all are while due to their parents actions, it was sweet reading about such close siblings who take care of each other.
I also loved the representation of a healthy amicable divorce between Ryan's parents and how close they are even after being married to different people. I really enjoyed the fact that they were so close and got along with each other's partners.
Everything about this book was great. I would absolutely recommend.
And I loved how Luke wasn't the typical attractive male lead but Ryan loved him anyway. I loved how naturally their relationship progressed from a mutual dislike of each other to love and how nothing felt rushed between them. Especially after what happened to Ryan. I feel that whole situation was handled fantastically.
I also loved the cast of side characters. Olive such a cutie and I hate what has had to deal with at her age. I also loved the rest of Luke's family. I love how close they all are while due to their parents actions, it was sweet reading about such close siblings who take care of each other.
I also loved the representation of a healthy amicable divorce between Ryan's parents and how close they are even after being married to different people. I really enjoyed the fact that they were so close and got along with each other's partners.
Everything about this book was great. I would absolutely recommend.
Graphic: Cursing, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Bullying, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Medical content
Minor: Addiction, Body shaming, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Blood, Pregnancy, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail
Gambling addiction(mentioned), child neglect(mentioned)