This was another wonderfully sweet, funny, complex romance from Mazey Eddings—I love her representations of neurodivergence, and this was no exception.

Tilly Twomley has ADHD and is dying to leave home, because her mother doesn't understand her and is pressuring her to go to college. It has become clear to most people that college is not for everyone unless you are going into STEM or a specific profession that requires it. Building college tuition debt with a degree that will not allow one to pay off the loan is no future. So she is ecstatic when her older sister Mona invites her to come to Europe and be her summer intern and hand model for her nail polish company, Ruhe. On the plane she meets Oliver Clark who is autistic. They have the worst meet cute, and then it turns out that not only is he also an intern for Ruhe, but because of budgeting issues they must share the same room. Oliver sees the world in Pantone colors and Tilly is all over the place while he manages his life by being very organized. But as the summer progresses, they open up to each, encourage each other to step out of their comfort zone and fall in love (awww). Tilly and Mona also become close again as sisters. So cute characters, an education in colors and color theory, and understanding how ADHD and autism affects people and the people around them. On the negative side, there are more gay couples than statistically probable and one character that I don't even know what (he, she, it, they) is, and for no reason, as it doesn't add to the story and just seems to check some boxes. So a very enjoyable story, with some weirdness thrown in.

I read an ARC from NetGalley.com. This is my unbiased and voluntary review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

i thoroughly enjoyed the voices of the two characters and how distinctly i could hear them throughout the story. both are dealing with their own neurodiversity and i love that they're nonthewiser of the other's. i think, too often, that it's perceived as if all neurodivergent people know everything about all aspects of other divergences when its far from the case, so seeing them each navigate in a world that is similar, yet so different from one another was a breath of fresh air. i believe it was approached with both care and understanding without becoming their entire personalities. it's something they live with and try to strive through rather than being the end-all excuse that i've seen written in other books. i loved the writing, their journey, and how thorough it was without being overwhelming.

I am an avid reader of Young Adult Contemporary Romance and have also been diagnosed with autism. My personal experience with the condition led me to take an interest in this book, which also catered to my fondness for travel stories. Thank you to NetGalley and Wednesday Books for giving me an advanced copy to read.

Tilly travels to Europe to intern for her perfect older sister's startup company. This gives her the change of scenery she desires so she can figure out what to do away from her overbearing parents who treat her differently because she has ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder). Oliver, on the other hand, knows exactly what he wants in life. His autism makes it hard for him to form relationships with others, but his love of color theory allows him to feel deeply connected to the world around him. He also joins Tilly's sister's startup company as a photography intern. Even though Tilly and Oliver have very different personalities, could they ever fall in love?

The narrative’s portrayal of the disabilities of the two main characters, Tilly and Oliver, was skillfully executed. Their disabilities were integrated seamlessly into the story without becoming the central focus. The romantic aspect of the plot was well-developed and not confined to one setting, but instead took place in various locations. As an individual with autism, I found that Tilly's experiences resonated with my own. I appreciate that the story sheds light on the challenges and misunderstandings that people with disabilities often face.

The only critique I have about the book is that I wished to learn more about Tilly's past and how both Tilly and Oliver felt when they were diagnosed with autism. As a person with autism, I am often asked how I felt when I learned about my diagnosis. Therefore, it would have been great to read about their reactions to it.

In its entirety, Eddings has successfully presented a tale of two travelers that is intertwined with a mental health diagnosis. The author’s ability to weave these two themes together provides readers with a unique and compelling narrative. For those seeking a young adult contemporary romance novel that is refreshingly different, this book is highly recommended. Its ability to touch upon mental health issues in a sensitive yet honest way makes it a valuable read for anyone looking to learn more about the complexities of mental health.

I have been provided with a review copy of Tilly in Technicolor from NetGalley for an impartial review. I just really enjoyed this story and I just didn’t want it to end. I just lost myself in and I just couldn’t get enough of these interesting characters. I can’t wait to see what’s next from this author.

Thank you, Netgalley, the author, and St. Martin's Press/Wednesday Books for the gifted book! ❤️ #gifted. My review is comprised of my honest thoughts.

Read this book if you like: Dual pov, neurodivergent representation, queer side characters

This was sweet and cute. I love the neurodivergent (autism and ADHD). There is also queer representation in the side characters. I was so absorbed by this book, but the ending let me down a bit. I needed more. It was very rushed. I do recommend it!

This book was adorable. I stayed up way past my bedtime to finish it because I needed to know how it ended. Tilly and Oliver are adorable characters, and I really enjoyed reading their love story! As always, Mazey does a fantastic job of incorporating discussions of mental health and disability, and I can’t write this review without mentioning the hilarious chapter titles. I’m really hoping we see more YA books from her soon, though I love her adult ones as well.

Mazey Eddings can do no wrong. I’ve been a fan since ABWL, and her YA debut leaves nothing to be desired. Both Tilly and Oliver are the most endearing YA characters I’ve read, and it’s impossible not to root for their success individually and for their love.
As someone who was only diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood, reading Tilly’s story felt like a hug. Her struggles are so relatable, I had to stop every so often to allow myself some time to sit with my feelings. That’s the power of Mazey Eddings’ writing.

GIVE ME ALL THE YA ROM COMS PLEASE AND THANK YOU!!! I always enjoy Mazey's writing, and I am so excited to finally be able to share her with my kids at school!

I loved this! The representation was beautiful and the romance was top-notch. I think everything should read this.

It takes a lot for me to give a romance book five stars because even though I love reading them, the vast, vast majority of them are fast, fun but forgettable comfort reads that become part of the blur of past books read. So a romance book has to really stand out to earn five stars, and this one definitely does. I absolutely fell in love with these characters and how realistically and respectfully the author drew them and their neurodiversity and their interaction. It was obvious to me from the get-go that the author herself was neurodiverse and likely has many neurodiverse friends because neurodiverse characters are often so poorly handled that an adept handling, as Eddings does here, really shines. The subsequent slow-burn development of their romance with a quasi-enemies-to-romance trope with a twist that it's neurodiversity that gets them off on the wrong foot, also felt realistic and was appropriately paced. It wasn't forced, nor were the challenges they faced in trying to understand each other and find their place in the world trivialized. I highly recommend this book and look forward to reading many more by this author.

Oliver and Tilly are swoon worthy for sure and give a voice to a very underrepresented population in literature, I absolutely adored how their story and love for each other developed and grew throughout the course of this book! I also really enjoy books that feature travel elements as I too like to travel and learn about new places and be whisked away via descriptions!

Thank you, to the publisher, for this eARC via Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion! The story touches on young love, and neurodivergence. I would definitely recommend it to those who enjoy reading YA romance novels that discusses important topics.

Thank you to Wednesday Books and Netgalley for an eARC.

This book was delightful! I so enjoyed these characters. I particularly loved that we got to know Tilly and Oliver and their respective personalities on their own before we fell in love with them together!

These characters were unapologetically themselves and it made this story better for it! Their view of the world, the colors around them, and the good where not everyone sees good was so refreshing! I also loved seeing them navigate the difficulties in their lives!

Tilly and Oliver's relationship was filled with raw honesty and loving understanding and I think we could all use more relationships like this one! It was such a happy read!

Beautifully drawn characters in a poignant and touching story. I loved the authenticity and tenderness of the ADHD and autism rep.

Tilly in Technicolor was a cute YA romance with amazing neurodivergent rep!

Tilly and Oliver are wonderful characters. Tilly wants to be a writer, but isn't quite sure what she wants to do with her life. Oliver, on the other hand, has his life mapped out. They come together for a summer internship and a relationship blossoms between them in your typical opposites attract trope.

I absolutely adored Eddings' choice to portray her characters with ADHD (Tilly) and autism (Oliver). It made the characters more complex, and while I do not have ADHD or autism, I felt like they were very relatable. The emotional intelligence of these two was great to see -- they have actual discussions about their likes and dislikes, their boundaries, and consent is requested! This inclusion may seem silly to comment on, but when reflecting back on my own relationships from my late teens, i an realizing that sadly this behavior is not universal.

The book is light-hearted and fun. It has depth, but I liked that it didn't go too deep. Sometimes a light book is what you need, and this book accomplished that for me.

This book is a win for a lot of reasons, but I will stick with Eddings' adult romance from here on out. Even at that I will say nothing has grabbed me as much as her debut and since then I have been forcing myself through her new releases just in hopes I will love one as much as that one.

This book was wonderful! I am such a fan of Mazey Eddings, and I was really looking forward to reading her first YA book. Let me tell you, this did not disappoint! The topics in the book were all handled with so much care and it was so comforting to read. Definitely pick this one up!

I loved this story of two differently-wired young people, who manage to find a meaningful connection with each other that is accepting and judgment-free.

THIS BOOK WAS EVERYTHING MY TEENAGE SELF WANTED IN A BOOK. It was funny, full of hope and possibilities, and showed me that there was a bigger world than myself! I seriously am envious of teenage readers today because of the brilliant books they get marketed toward them.

As someone who loves someone who is neurodiverse, it's incredible to read stories like this one. Mazey is an incredible author who shows the beauty in ADHD and Autism, and shows what it's like to have these diagnoses. I am so glad I got to read this book, and I will be reading more from Mazey!