The Lucky List

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I don’t, but this book has definitely made me want to put one together! I feel like a lot of my life goals are overarching and vague. Be a good parent. Lead with empathy. Always replace the toilet paper roll. But it would be cool to go to Paris and see the Grand Canyon and try to ride a unicycle.

In this YA novel, Rachael Lippincottexplores some heavy themes, many of which are coated in joy. We initially meet an Emily who has shut herself off from the world (and feelings) after having lost her mother. She can’t explain—or doesn’t want to—why her relationship with her boyfriend Matt doesn’t feel right. Emily used to be adventurous, but now she calculates risks down to the percentile. Her friends miss the person she was before her mom died; so does Emily. This is a book about how the people we meet can be catalysts for growth and change in our lives but reminds us that ultimately, we transform ourselves. The Great, the Meh and the Oh No! Any quotes from the book are taken from the advance copy and therefore may not be fully accurate or correctly compare to the final copy of the book. Her character development is satisfying to watch and I loved seeing her come into her own. She learned a lot about herself and her sexuality and learned to accept everything about herself. It’s her eyes, though, that startle me the most. Long eyelashes giving way to a warm, almost liquid honey brown. Ten years ago they were hidden behind a pair of glasses bigger than the state of Texas. Now they’re on full display. Fue mi primera vez leyendo a la autora, en esta que a su vez es su primera novela en solitario, y debo decir que me gustó mucho la originalidad de la historia y lo auténtica que se sienten sus protagonistas.

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A captivating, heartfelt love story about learning who you are, and who you love, when the person you've always shared yourself with is gone. Amé a los personajes, son tan lindos, Emily y Blake son tal para cuál, aunque no mentiré, odié a Emily en los últimos capítulos, pero fue parte de su proceso de aceptación. This book is the kind of lesbian coming of age that I think is really important for younger readers. I can think of quite a few books I know with gay characters who struggle with the fact they’re gay. I can think of a lot of books with lesbian characters who know they’re lesbian and are out. There are much fewer I know that show the former, but for lesbians. But this is one of those. I think it’s very important to have LGBT lit that covers the full gamut of experiences. Yes, some people know straight away, and are comfortable with it. But we live in a homophobic society still, so it’s necessary to show firstly, that that’s not the only way, and secondly, that it’s just as valid not to feel that way. While the book was sad, it was more about healing and how to take that grief and put it into something positive. It had a hopeful, positive message. The experiences she has brings her closer to who she feels she is on the inside. The ‘Football Fan Fiesta’ basket, preferably,” he adds, giving me a big wink as Olivia’s mom, Donna Taylor, the head of the PTA and former prom queen (rumored to have literally bought the vote for both those elections) finally comes trotting onto the stage.

I also think that the romance in this was cute. Emily was trying to find out her complicated emotions, and it was interesting to follow along with her journey, and I love her chemistry with Blake. The little things exchanged between them, the shared moments and experiences through completing the list was pretty adorable. From the #1 New York Timesbestselling co-author of Five Feet Apartcomes a gripping new romance, perfect for fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflowerand Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda. The first number of the night,” Donna calls into the microphone, pausing as a group of elementary school kids three tables over start a drumroll. I catch a glimpse of Sue Patterson sitting in the corner just beside them, actively saying the rosary and sprinkling holy water over her set of four cards. Matt would be a great friend to have in real life, he seems caring and supportive as well, and just seems like someone you would want to be friends with. A couple more of those out of old Jim over there, and Donna’s gonna purse the lip filler right out of those babies,” my dad whispers to me, his dark brown eyes crinkling at the corners as he gives me one of his smirking grins.Con mensajes memorables, recuerdos que tocan el corazón y momentos hilarantes que hacen de este un libro que se puede disfrutar a concho. And then there was the romance. It was a slowburn, yes, but in the best way. Okay, so there was a third-act break-up of sorts which I wouldn’t usually like, but it made sense in terms of characterisation. And I think it was more of a turning point for the main character, the point where she finally thought she couldn’t continue like she had been. I also liked that it precipitated her apologising to her ex, for how she hurt him while she was closeted. I’ve read too many books where being closeted seems to be used as an excuse for being awful. First, I feel the interaction between the characters needs to be more and more personal rather than wishing a lot and not making it happen. Second, the bonding and the chemistry with her father, her friend and best friend, her love interest seem surface level even though I could feel that they are close. The ending seems a little rushed considering most parts seemed dragged in between. Pese a que el inicio se me hizo un poco lento y lineal, sin grandes acontecimientos que le dieran mayor sabor a lo que ocurría, a eso de la mitad se vuelven muy interesante y adictivo, con unos giros que no me esperaba y un final que me tuvo entre llanto y alegría. Then again, I guess I was the only thing stopping them from going to bingo night. I guess this is what summer nights can look like without me.

Good thing I got those extra cards!” my dad says to me, letting out a long exhale as he shakes his head. “I’m striking out over here.” Blake was such a strong character that I really wanted to learn more about especially since her mom also died but she never got the chance to meet her. She was also such warm and welcoming that I actually had a hard time thinking of Blake with someone else other than Emily. Plus I have to admit that they are good for each other :) Blake was also really open and honest about everything which made me catch the feels for her.

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Ok, I think I'm going through a fantasy phase or something. My recent contemporary reads have all been alright, not good not bad (Except for Save the Date- that one I couldn't finish) and this book is also another example of not good, not bad, but it was pretty good. I’m going to get Johnny’s and Blake’s cards for them,” my dad says, choosing to ignore my skepticism, as he pulls out his billfold. “You know how hard it is to find parking.” Content Summary: This is an LGBTQ+ novel so two young women are attracted to each other. It talks about liking how her hand feels brushing up against her own and more but no real intimacy except for one kiss. They do go skinny dipping but that is before any feelings are declared. My biggest concern about the book would be the grief for sensitive readers. It is hopeful like I stated above, but there are quite a few instances of difficulty with the grief. There are two F words with some some other language and teens drink alcohol.