mystearin's reviews
38 reviews

I’m writing this review just after finishing the book and I’m still high on the emotions so I’m not sure I’m being fair on my rating right now but to start it off, this was a good read. Admittedly, there were some parts where I agreed and disagreed with Jay’s remarks, but it is what it is. The writing is very straightforward but the emotions were there and I greatly appreciate the fact that I got to see everyone’s humanity, even Tito Maning’s, and even got to put myself in Jay’s shoes as we both try and uncover the truth of what really happened to Jun. I will hold this story close to my heart forever. This is definitely a must read for me. As fictional as this book is, the truth is always out there, and I am thankful that this book has given meaning into my life as a person.

Found family. A splash of warmth and sunshine as I read through the story. I met Quinn while they were still writing TMHIE and just hearing the story’s premise instantly got me hooked. So many representations where you’ll feel like you truly belong. Such well-written characters and worldbuilding, not to mention how they use their words to breathe life into the world as a whole. The story is amazing and also feels very nostalgic to me for a reason. My inner child has definitely been satisfied as I read through all of it with a smile. Thank you so much, Quinn! Truly beautiful.