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A review by courtsbooknook
This Day Changes Everything by Edward Underhill
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
This book was so beautiful. I loved seeing what it was like to see NYC for the first time through these characters. The representation (queer and trans main characters) was so great and I loved the journey that Leo and Abby went on. Of, course they were still teenagers and I thought all the inner thoughts and questions about both of their identities were so impactful. I also loved how many other LGBTQ+ characters were in the story. The scavenger hunt may have been one of my favorite parts and the vulnerable conversations had me emotional. Being a teenager is hard for anyone, but Underhill brought these two people together and it was magical, if you will. I also loved that they were both in marching band. I feel like that is such a niche part of the high school experience and it was really cool to see that brought to life. I loved all the little classic NYC things and it felt like home to me. I would have loved an epilogue for Abby and Leo only because I loved their journey so much. Thank you so much to Wednesday Books for providing me with an e-ARC to read and review!