I received a free ebook from Netgalley in exchange for fair and an unbiased review. I hadn't read the authors first book. I heard it was amazing. I don't read YA often but I like fiction. I thought I would really enjoy the book.

The book is pretty complicated, especially for a YA novel. It has a lot of characters. The characters keep growing throughout the book. You learn how the characters are related. The chapters are told by different characters.

The book is about love, family, trauma, illness, loss, identity, and acceptance. The topics are very in depth. It didn't really seem like a YA book. It dealt with real and difficult topics.

The book was quite long. Sometimes in the book, it would digress into other stories that we'ren't related to the current story. There would, also, be emails or journals that would take place in the story. Sometimes I had to reread to figure out what happened in the story.

I felt the book would have been better if it was a little shorter. Less digression. At times, the book was so good. I was amazed by the writing. At other times, it was too much.

I am so thankful to Netgalley and the author for the opportunity to read this book. Now I do want to read the authors first novel.

I couldn't put this down. At times I felt there was too much going on, or too much time spent on backstory, but it was all really woven strands of the same story. I liked how it all came together and also kept me guessing about whether magic was real (in the world of the book). Interesting and vivid characters, constant surprises, and things that turn out to make sense in unexpected ways.

I loved Nelson's I'll Give You the Sun. This story seemed to want to cover far too many bases. A lot of the time was spent dealing with the curse handed down through the generations and it seemed to become the excuse for a lot of bad behavior. The adults in this story did not come off very well. Mom's past and Cassidy's mom's ongoing behavior just didn't lift the story.

Cassidy's stories took precedence throughout the book. Wynton and Miles and Dizzy were great characters, and Sandro the dog pretty much stole the show. I wish we heard more from them and about them. Felix seemed to happen along at an opportune moment.

There were a lot of plots going in a lot of different directions which was confusing and trying to tie each person's story into the greater plot was hard. Nelson's writing is wonderful - it just felt like she tackled too many things at one time.

♡ Angst
♡ Lots of Backstories
♡ Multiple Point of Views

My thoughts with this book have been “huh?” and “what is even happening?” I was so confused with so much of this book. The plot only made sense near the last 80% as things tied together but up until then it was a cluster of confusing and random backstories.

The switching point of views was a bit annoying, for the most part it was third person point of view for Miles and Dizzy, first person point of view for Cassidy mostly, and a bit of second for Wynton. I liked that it had multiple point of views I just wish they were all in third person point of view or even first person point of view. The letters/notes were kinda confusing at first but I got used to them later on. The characters themselves were okay. They had depth and a backstory but I didn’t really find them all that likable.

Dizzy was so random at times as if the author wanted to make her seem younger than she was or something. She was so frustrating to read. And all the mentions about her lack of sexual experience was weird for her age in my opinion. Miles was okay. He clearly had a bit more trauma and things to work through but at the end of the day he was also frustrating to read just a bit less than Dizzy. Cassidy was the only one I even remotely liked, I could have honestly read a book about her on her own and all the adventures her and her mom went on. Her growing up and working through all of the trauma and grief pushed onto her at a young age. Wynton was just kinda there. I didn’t care either way for him. His character didn’t really add anything to the story in my opinion other than when he was in a coma.

The ending was also kinda meh. I was expecting a bit more after so much build up. Nonetheless, thank you to Penguin Teen and NetGalley for this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Spice Level: n/a
Angst Level: 💧💧💧💧 (4/5)
POV: Multiple, Third Person, First Person, and Second Person (kinda)
Release Date: 24, September 2024
Rep: Synesthesia (Main Character), Bisexual (Side Character), Gay (Main Character)

I liked but didn’t love this. It felt a bit too long, and while I love Nelson’s writing style, it became a little too much for me in the long storytelling sections about the Fall family.

I'll Give You the Sun is one of my favorite books ever, and so when I saw that Jandy Nelson had a new book out, I just HAD to read it.
Within the first few pages, Nelson's unique style of beautifully poetic prose flowed out at me and started my reading journey on a great track.
It's a wacky and whimsical story about a magical family with a magical story. The way Miles is written is eenage angst translated. And I like the way she writes about boys falling in love with boys.

When the World Tips Over is full of twists and turns that will keep you guessing, and keep you reading.

This delightful YA book mixes magical realism with family drama and I really enjoyed it (I wasn’t one hundred percent sure it was YA when I was reading it…pretty sure, but while for a book for adults it might have been a bit too twee it was perfect for YA.)

Years ago the Fall kids’ dad disappeared and they’ve been raised by their chef single mom in small town California. Now Dizzy Fall, 12, thinks she sees spirits, Miles Fall, 17, is a smart, gorgeous athlete/loner who is dying to meet the guy of his dreams and Wynton Fall, 19, is a bit of a ne’er do well who is also a virtuoso violinist.

Then rainbow-haired Cassidy Snow turns up and turns the Falls’ world upside down.

I hope this finds a wide audience. I wish there had been more Sandro, of course.

When the World Tips Over is set in the extremely peaceful and happy town of Paradise Springs. It follows the Fall siblings, Wynton, Miles, and Dizzy—whose lives are changed by their father, Theo, who went missing. Their world takes a turn when a mysterious rainbow-haired girl, Cassidy, arrives and brings them a touch of magic that changes their lives forever.
The book definitely had my attention. I was brought into a really interesting world of family dynamics, secrets, and magical realism. Every character, with its imperfections and struggles, explores love, personal development, and self-discovery. Although I thought it would be confusing, it is really easy to understand and follow the multiple viewpoints. I will be grabbing this for my nieces when it comes out later this year!

From the incredible author of "I'll Give You the Sun" and "The Sky is Everywhere", Jandy Nelson has done it again. It felt like a privilege to be welcomed into the Fall family and the town of Paradise Springs.

The Fall siblings, Wynton, Miles, and Dizzy, live in the mystical, idyllic town of Paradise Springs. Only their life is not as perfect as their father, Theo Fall, has been missing. One day, an angel girl with rainbow hair shows up and saves each of the Fall siblings lives in a different way. This story is a beautiful exploration of family, mistakes, love, growth, finding one's voice, and feeling whole.

This author's artistry is incredible; Nelson has an incredible style of writing that draws you in from the start, creating a vivid and enticing universe that I did not want to leave. Each character had a flawed but beautiful story which felt real. I found myself becoming MAD (in the best way) at the characters and appreciating the humanity of them all.

I highly recommend giving this a read if you enjoy stories with multiple POVs, a touch of magical realism, and characters that feel human in the best way. I feel so lucky to have had a chance to read this before it hits the shelves. Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review!

You’d think a Dizzy Fall would be in the midst of an idyllic childhood amid the beautiful redwoods and vineyards of Northern California, but it was far from it. Her brothers hate each other, her uncle is always drunk and her dad, well, he’s been MIA her entire life. Just when everything begins to crack open at the seams and the family fall apart completely, a beautiful rainbow-haired girl appears. Dizzy thinks she’s an angel and it seems as if she just may be.

I enjoyed this family story of loss, love, curses and maybe a tiny bit of magic. The story was engaging and full of twists and turns impossible to predict. If I have a complaint, I didn’t care for the negative portrayal of the adult women in the novel. They had few redeeming qualities and paid heavily for their mistakes while it seemed the adult males seem to skate by their issues with few consequences. Overall, it was a good and entertaining read.

*I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the Publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 ⭐️

Let’s start by saying that I’ll Give You the Sun is one of my top 3 favorite books. Ever. Being able to read an ARC of Jandy Nelson’s first book in a decade made my daughter and I scream out loud in full book nerd giddiness. Reviewing this book is both an honor, and an intimidation.

In pure Cassidy fashion, I was left with words, rather than complete thoughts. This book is: Phantasmagorical, tormented, lyrical, profound, amorous, compelling, resplendent, intricate, brilliant, unexpected, peculiar, enchanted.

It’s not at all what I expected, and I often thought, “what am I reading and where did this come from?!” Ultimately, it’s a divine journey not to be missed.

This was my first Jandy Nelson book and I really enjoyed it.

It deals with dysfunctional families, hidden secrets, and generational curses. Nelson’s writing was colorful, and I mean that quite literally and in a positive way.

The story was just touch too long, I think just a little bit of it could be left out, but I did enjoy all of the different POVs and the letters. It was great to see how everyone ended up being connected and how certain characters got to the places they were. I would definitely read another book by this author.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC. This published 9.24.2024.

In hot Northern California wine country, the Fall siblings—Dizzy, Miles, and Wynton—struggle with their fractured family after their father’s mysterious disappearance years ago. Dizzy bakes cakes and sees spirits, longing for romance novel heroics; Miles, a brainiac athlete, seeks an ideal romance; and Wynton, a gifted violinist, teeters on the brink of fame or ruin. Their lives are upended by a rainbow-haired girl who arrives mysteriously, offering both hope and chaos. As they navigate road trips, rivalries, and family secrets spanning generations, they must unravel their past to forge a hopeful future.

I absolutely adored this novel. From the minute I started, I knew it would be fantastic and I was right. How could you not fall for each of these kids? Wynton, Miles, Dizzy, and Cassidy had me laughing and crying, rooting for them.

Was the family history complex? Absolutely. As it started unwinding, did I fall deeper into the story and not want to leave? Also yes.

I loved the narrative here - using letters, fairytale stories, and multiple perspectives to tell the family lore. I loved Cassidy’s narration. I wanted to squeeze Dizzy, she was so cute! I loved seeing how Wynton was handling things on the inside. Miles had my heart. Felix - I loved that weirdo. The dog!!

This story was everything. A beautiful novel of grief and love, betrayal and forgiveness, family and friendship.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher - all opinions are my own.

I have not read Jandy Nelson before, and I found this book a mixed bag. I loved the many viewpoints that slowly built the entire picture. Of all the characters, Miles was the most relatable, Dizzy the most interesting, Wynton pretty mysterious in a way that was moderately appealing at first but eventually grated on me. Downsides: The secondary and tertiary characters weren't well-drawn enough to be fully satisfying. There was an innocent tone to the writing that didn't quite jibe with the characters' obsession with sex. Finally, there was endless driving around--soooo much of the book took place in cars!. At 500+ pages, I felt the entire novel needed better editing; at a tight 450 pages, it would be a much better book. I did keep turning the pages, but felt a slight relief when it was done.

This was such a good story. It was very enjoyable. I had a hard time putting it down at night. Don’t skip this one on publication day. You’ll be sorry if you miss it.

Book:
WHEN THE WORLD TIPS OVER

Review:
When going into the book, I didn't understand the hype about a book that was years in the making. After reading it, I understand.
WHEN THE WORLD TIPS OVER is an emotionally riveting novel. It follows the Fall siblings, and their interactions with a rainbow-haired girl who they believe is an angel. Each sibling is unique and struggling with their own things. WHEN THE WORLD TIPS OVER is an multi-pov book told across multiple parts.This book took me on a rollercoaster ride, and I devoured this in a few short days. I was enthralled by the Fall siblings and what they were going through. I found myself rooting for them, cheering them on as they learned to live with their faults as gifts instead of curses. I also felt for them as their world was turned upside down with its many twists and turns. This book was different. It was unlike what I normally read, and there were times where I was confused by the different stories. When they all intertwined, I got it.
WHEN THE WORLD TIPS OVER pulls at your heartstrings, it's riveting, and it's funny. It's even cringe at times, but it's worth the read.

What I Liked About It:
*how different it was from my normal read
*the emotions that were felt

it was difficult for me to rate this book because, after years of waiting for it, i went it and... just did not vibe with what i saw? i may have outgrown nelson's writing somewhere between highschool and adulthood and that's just the way it goes. worse than the dreamy narrative, i found dizzy's pov incredibly difficult to follow. i was just not engaged enough to bother chasing her through all these pages. her siblings, like her, weren't compelling or likable for me to care. the messy family dynamic (we do not talk about the i word) was also not my thing, unfortunately.

i still vaguely remember falling with i'll give you the sun and i hope that unlike me, the highschool kids will find nelson's magic in this book. clearly, it's still there as there's a majority out there loving it -- i so wish that i was one of them but alas.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC! This story introduced us to a family in a fantastical small town called Paradise Falls and how the family has been complicated through the years. The writing was very lyrical and good, I’ve always loved Jandys writing. The plot is where it got a little lost. It was going strong for the first 60% or so then the complicated knot of the family trees became kind of ridiculous. The amount of times one of the main love interests had to say she wasn’t related to the boy she’s in love with was rough. Introducing incest as a possible theme alongside the sexual overtones of the whole story also didn’t seem very YA for which this is marketed.

I would give this book a million stars if I could! I’ll Give You the Sun is one of my favorite books, so I admit I was nervous to see if Jandy Nelson could create magic again. I was a bit skeptical when I first started reading this book, but about a third of the way into the book, the story came alive and I raced through the rest of it, the ending leaving me breathless and my heart full. Nelson has a brilliant way with words, creating magic with every phrase and character. I can’t wait to receive my copy of this book so I can reread it and hug it to my chest at the end.

Thank you to Net Galley and the publisher for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Re-Readability:
I will absolutely re-read this, same as I'll Give You The Sun and The Sky Is Everywhere.

Writing:
I mean, it's Jandy Nelson. Top tier authorial voice as far as I am concerned. THE authorial voice. Her use of language is impeccable. Her metaphors are magical and mind-blowing and wonder-filled. Her characters are complex and likeable and unlikeable and whimsical.

Characters:
There were way more POVs in this than in her previous works, and it worked well for me personally. I loved getting to know this family. My opinion of each of them changed at least once each, except for maybe Dizzy, whom I liked from the start and all the way through to the end.

Nelson's characters always feel so real to me, despite being some of the most whimsical, nonsensical, manic-pixie dreamgirl/boy types of characters I've ever read.

Marigold sucks so hard, though, my GOD. I know she also had her own traumas that she clearly hadn't healed from, but I simply cannot abide someone being such an irresponsible, immature, harmful parent for so damn long.

Plot:
This one was more complex, plot-wise, than the previous two books Nelson wrote, and I'm grateful for the family trees we got (in the arc anyway!). The amount of plot twists and HUGE reveals we got... goddang!

Personally, I would have preferred for a very slightly different thing in the ending... I don't want to include a spoiler... but just one element of how things ended, I wish had been different.

Themes:
Unsurprisingly (from reading the synopsis but also from having read Nelson's other works) this is focused on childhood traumas, family dynamics, family healing, and parents being human beings who make mistakes. Friendship. Love. Coming-of-age. Coming out. Sexual identity. Complexities of love (of various kinds).