Like No Other
Like No Other
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Brief
384
Novel • Fiction
Brooklyn, New York • Contemporary
2014
YA
14-18 years
1000L
Super Short Summary
In Like No Other by Una Lamarche, sixteen-year-old Devorah Blum, a Hasidic Jew, meets Jaxon Hunte, a nerdy-but-cool Black high-schooler, and they begin a secret romance, facing cultural, religious, and familial challenges. Their love forces them to question their futures and beliefs while navigating the complexities of family expectations and societal norms.
Romantic
Emotional
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
3,522 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Una Lamarche's Like No Other garners praise for its authentic portrayal of a forbidden romance and well-drawn, relatable characters. The narrative explores cultural and family tensions with sensitivity. However, some critics note occasional pacing issues and predictability in the plot. Overall, it is an engaging, heartfelt read that thoughtfully addresses complex themes.
Who Should Read Like No Other?
Readers who enjoy Like No Other by Una Lamarche are typically young adults interested in contemporary romance and cultural exploration. Fans of novels like The Fault in Our Stars by John Green and If I Stay by Gayle Forman will appreciate this heartfelt story of forbidden love set in Brooklyn.
3,522 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
384
Novel • Fiction
Brooklyn, New York • Contemporary
2014
YA
14-18 years
1000L
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