On the Fence
Ratings18
Average rating3.8
“Sometimes we expect more that people are capable of giving at the moment”
It's hinted/suggested that her mother committed suicide and Charlies goes on a rant about how her mom left her behind, didn't want her because she was selfish. Her father tells her that she has been struggling with mental illness for years yet Charlie's reaction implies it was a 'choice' for her to be like that. Because being suicidal is a 'choice'. What a great message to send, especially considering this book is targeted towards a young audience. Charlie reacts very strongly about finding out the truth yet all she needs to move on is to have Braden confess his love for her. It truly annoys me when authors give the characters a tragic backstory and then they brush over it.
Will 100% regret staying up this late when I get up at 6:30AM for work but this was short and sweet and just what I needed since 2L is proving to be so draining week 2.
I literally read this in one sitting. I definitely loved this book more than the Distance Between Us. I loved the main character she was strong and rational. The only thing I didn't like is that we didn't really get to know the side characters as much despite the fact that they played a major role.