Review: Friends and Lovers: A Big and Terrible Thing – An Insightful Look at Love and Friendship
Friends and Lovers, written by author Tessa Gratton, is a Big and Terrible Thing that delves deep into the complexities of young love, friendships and growing up. This fast-paced story follows two teens, Devon and Asha, as they attempt to navigate their tumultuous relationship in the midst of being surrounded by secrets and lies. The novel is full of twists and turns that will keep readers hooked until the very end.
The novel features strong characters that are realistically portrayed with realistic struggles. Devon is an eager yet naive teen who wants nothing more than to be accepted while Asha is a confident yet manipulative girl who seeks to bend people to her will. With each character’s unique personalities, the author paints a vivid picture of what it’s like to struggle with identity during adolescence.
Friends and Lovers also offers an honest look at how young people experience love and relationships – both romantic and platonic. From navigating awkward first dates to dealing with heartbreak, this book covers it all. The novel’s raw portrayal of teenage emotions makes it relatable for any reader who has experienced similar issues in their own life.
Overall, Friends and Lovers is a captivating read that will leave readers feeling deeply moved. It’s an insightful look at growing up that captures the struggles of youth in an authentic way. If you’re looking for a thought-provoking story about friendship, love, and self-discovery, then this is definitely one for your bookshelf!