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A review by chrissi_lange
The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
3.75
I enjoyed reading this book and got really into the story. I liked the overall plot and general idea/message(s), but there was too much focus on sex. I guess detailed descriptions of (hetero) sex is just not my thing. Another thing I found critical was the fact that Anna's musical career/path seems quite unrealistic, and the way she talks about music (for instance calling violin pieces for "songs") made it hard for me to see her as a violinist.
Despite these two flaws, however, I enjoyed the book. Some of her struggles were relatable and the first person narration gives the reader a close connection to both Anna and Quan.
I'd recommend this book to young adults, especially if they want to know more about the effect of "masking" and ASD in general.
Despite these two flaws, however, I enjoyed the book. Some of her struggles were relatable and the first person narration gives the reader a close connection to both Anna and Quan.
I'd recommend this book to young adults, especially if they want to know more about the effect of "masking" and ASD in general.