Homecoming' was a quick and easy read that you can immediately finish in one sitting due to its short length. though Rosalie is nothing like Holden personality-wise, i definitely got a 'The Catcher in the Rye' atmospheric vibe from this book as its story revolves around a teenager in the 1950s, albeit darker due to frequent mentions of the war.

as the main character, Rosalie perfectly encapsulates the feeling of being the invisible one. she's for the girls who wishes they could fit in without having to overthink every interaction. she has big dreams and aspirations, but is overly insecure and prone to self-deprecating. Rosalie is an fmc that many can find relatable and that makes you want to root for her. unfortunately, it seems that Rosalie's personality was the only saving grace here.

i personally felt that the ending was just way too rushed and we don't really get to see much of Rosalie's development as a character throughout the book. the twist towards the very end was a lil unnecessary and didn't really serve much of a purpose. overall, there was more telling than showing, and this was a story that would've benefitted with a longer length. the rest of the characters were also rather bland. it was a decent read for what it is but nothing spectacular.

many thanks to NetGalley, Eleanor Wells, and Victory Editing NetGalley co-op for a free eARC in exchange for my honest review!

check out my GoodReads review here: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/7603216602