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They Hate Each Other

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'They Hate Each Other' by Amanda Woody follows the story of Dylan Ramírez and Jonah Collins, two archenemies who reluctantly agree to pretend to date in order to stop the rumors circulating among their friend group. However, as they navigate this fake relationship, their traumatic pasts start to surface, leading to unexpected emotional connections and personal growth. The book delves into themes of trauma, overcoming challenges, and the complexities of relationships, all while balancing humor and heartwarming moments. The author skillfully portrays the journey of Dylan and Jonah as they learn to face their pasts and support each other in ways they never imagined.

The writing style of 'They Hate Each Other' is praised for its depth, humor, and emotional impact. Readers commend the author for addressing serious topics such as trauma, abuse, and identity with sensitivity and respect, while still incorporating elements of wit and relatability. The book is described as a blend of romance, humor, and real-life struggles, offering a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed and relatable, dealing with complex personal issues while showing significant growth.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style combines engaging prose with humor and emotional depth, effectively portraying the complexities of teenage life.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around two teenagers who begin as enemies and fake a relationship, only to confront deeper emotional issues and develop support for one another.

Setting:

The setting reflects a modern high school environment with a natural inclusion of a supportive queer community.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast and engaging, effectively balancing tension, humor, and character development.

Notes:

The main characters, Dylan and Jonah, start off as archenemies and pretend to date.
The story explores themes of trauma, class differences, and family circumstances.
Dylan is a Black Latine character, representing diverse identities in literature.
Both main characters are bisexual, which is highlighted as a casual representation.
The book includes representation of other identities like trans, non-binary, and asexual characters.
It addresses serious topics like mental health, neglect, and abuse in a respectful way.
Readers praised the humor and wit combined with deep emotional themes.
The pacing and character development were well-received, keeping readers engaged throughout.
Amanda Woody is recognized for her strong writing and character perspectives in her debut novel.
The fake dating trope in the book is well executed, drawing in readers quickly.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

The book includes content warnings for trauma, neglect, mental health issues, and instances of emotional abuse.

Has Romance?

The romance in the book is a significant component, developing deeply throughout the narrative.

From The Publisher:

Jonah and Dylan get along like oil and water. Until a fake dating ploy gives them new perspective, and they realize that "falling for your enemy" isn't as impossible as it seems.

There are plenty of words Jonah Collins could use to describe Dylan Ramírez. "Arrogant," "spoiled," and "golden boy" to name a few. Likewise, Dylan thinks he has Jonah accurately labeled as an attention-seeking asshat who never shuts his filthy mouth. Their friends are convinced Jonah's and Dylan's disdain for one another is just thinly veiled lust-a rumor that surges like wildfire when the two wake up in one bed after homecoming.

Mutually horrified, Dylan and Jonah agree to use the faux pas to their advantage by fake dating. If they can stay convincing long enough to end their "relationship" in a massive staged fight, they can prove their incompatibility to their friends once and for all. But the more time they spend together, the more their plan begins to fall apart-and the closer they come to seeing each other clearly for the first time.

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