This follow up to Awad's Bunny returns us to the weird world of the Bunnies. Much like the first novel, this novel leaves you wondering about what is real versus what is imagined. The novel did a good job exploring the perspectives of other folks involved in the first story. Though some parts felt a little dragged out, I found it was necessary to advance the plot *and* understand the characters and their motivations. Overall, if you enjoyed Bunny, you should check this book out!

Mona Awad returns to the blood‑splattered halls of Warren University with a grin sharp enough to draw blood. We Love You, Bunny isn’t merely a prequel/ sequel, it’s a wicked séance, summoning the manic energy of Bunny and gleefully dissecting it on the altar of art, ambition, and madness.

I had no doubt I’d love this. It’s bold, wickedly smart, and unhinged. A wry feminist horror romp steeped in dark academia, creative obsession, and sisterhood gone haywire.

Awad deepens her gothic satire as the Bunnies kidnap the now‑successful Sam, revealing their arcane powers and twisted origins. Her theatrical flair and atmospheric mischief are in full bloom: a quartet of MFA witches conjuring life (and ax‑wielding chaos) is deliciously absurd. The alternating Bunny voices are sharp, distinct, and unnervingly intimate, each peeling back the layers of collective creative delusion.

She drags us through rituals equal parts grotesque and hilarious, through obsessions that feel like open wounds, and through a kaleidoscope of dark‑academia terror that’s intoxicating and bizarre. I loved diving deeper into the Bunnyverse—getting backstory on Ursula, Jonah, the first creation, and that twist in the beginning (brilliant—IYKYK).

The novel’s five sections shift the tone with eerie precision from nostalgia to meta‑witchcraft to hallucinatory chaos. Two sections unfold through a very special POV, and it gave me anxiety the entire time with how it’s written. 🙃

The prose is feral, lush, and hallucinatory. It weaponizes absurdity, then blindsides with emotional gut‑punches. One moment you’re laughing; the next you’re questioning how far you’d go for validation.

If you loved Bunny, prepare to be seduced, unnerved, and devoured.

If you didn’t, well, the Bunnies were never for the faint of heart.

Awad’s created a madcap, genre‑bending ride into the dark heart of artistic sisterhood. One of my most anticipated reads of the year, and it did not disappoint.

This isn’t cozy reading. It’s a psychological trip with an axe in one hand, and a pen in the other.

I did not want this book to end! I need more Bunny in my life. Loved the different perspectives and the retelling of Bunny. Such a fun, enjoyable read!

Bunny is one of my favorite books of all time and one I've revisited numerous times, so to say that my expectations were high is an understatement. And yet, Mona completely blew them out of the water. What a bloody, brilliant, beautiful masterpiece. I loved getting the back story for each of the girls, and I was surprised by the inclusion of new characters that were just as interesting. Mona always has a way of using absurdity and magical realism to put humanity under a microscope, displaying such raw emotion underneath it all that always manages to hit home with me. There was almost a childlikeness to it, this need for others and for love and for belonging, to want to come home to one's self despite it all. This was once again a stellar work by her and one of the easiest 5 stars I've ever given.

I loved Bunny and was so excited for this sequel/prequel, unfortunately it didn't quite work for me. I enjoyed being back in the bunnyverse but the book started to drag for me. I love Mona Awad's writing but I wish it had been a new story in the bunnyverse instead of a new POV on the original story. It just didn't feel necessary.

I ADORED Bunny. and a lot of what i loved was how i really had no clue exactly what was real and what wasn't. I loved the fever dream and ambiguity of it all.

I didn't realize this story was intent on pulling back the curtain so to speak, and that was not the story i wanted here. Between that, the repetition between narrations, and monologue style of story telling this was just not a book i enjoyed at all.

Bunny was best left as a stand alone.

I hate that I'm gonna say it because I LOVED Bunny, but this one was not it. It felt convoluted and unnecessary. I was hopeful that this would be a new and intriguing foray into the version of the world the first book created, but this prequel/sequel didn't work.

4 1/2 stars. I loved this book and being back in the Bunnyverse was such a treat. I loved the various perspectives but I do have to rate this 4 1/2 because I felt it pulled back the curtain too much. What I deeply enjoyed from Bunny was how I was left with so many questions, so this was a departure.

If you are a Bunny fan, I strongly believe you will enjoy this! Thank you Mona Awad for treating us to this prequel/sequel. It was delightful!

HI BUNNY, DID YOU MISS US? (Yes, yes I did, Bunny!)

Getting a peek inside Mona Awad’s brain is my absolute fave thing to do & I loved loved loved returning to the Bunny-verse. Sooo funny so creepy so unhinged so Bunny. :)

TYSM to NetGalley and Simon Element for the copy.

Hearing a retelling of Bunny from the POV of the other writers in the class? WILD, crazy, insane, in the best way.

3.75 stars rounded up
I was absolutely thrilled to dive into the ARC for the prequel/sequel to Bunny, especially as a huge fan of the original! I started reading on July 27th and just wrapped it up. While I found myself struggling at times, particularly with the slow pacing compared to the exhilarating acid rush of Bunny, the experience was ultimately rewarding. The retelling of Bunny’s events from the perspective of the “Bunnies” initially felt a bit flat and repetitive for me. However, everything changed when I hit the 45% mark and was introduced to the story’s saving grace, Aerius. From that point on, the pace picked up significantly, and I became deeply invested in the new characters. The ending delivered a perfect sense of retribution, transforming my initial 2-star rating into a delightful 3.75. I’ve heard the audiobook version is fantastic, and at nearly 500 pages, I would definitely recommend that format! I have my theories simmering, but I’ll keep those under wraps until the release! Enjoy the ride, Bunny fans—it’s a thrilling journey down the rabbit hole once more! Thank you to Netgalley and Simon Element for the chance to early read this one!

I am a Mona Awad stan and ATE. BUNNY. UP. However, I have mixed feelings about the sequel We Love You, Bunny.

First and foremost, it was really fun to be back in that world with the off-putting Bunnies. You are getting the “story” from their side, showing their inception arc and introducing their own Frankenstein’s monster. The switch in writing styles throughout the book took some getting used to, but I did enjoy seeing the Bunnies as individuals instead of only the monolith.

I think my true issue was the length. There were bits that dragged on more than needed to tell the story and make the points Awad was going for. Some university lore was dropped but never fully developed in what felt like an attempt at the same open endedness as Bunny, but without the same intrigue.

The redemption for me was the ending. It was a fun way to end this chapter with the Bunnies and brought me back around. Overall, worth it if you loved Bunny, but just be prepared for the meandering length.

I could barely get through the first fifty pages. I LOVED Bunny, and All’s Well is one of my favorite books, but I did not like Rouge, so I was already nervous about this one going in. The language just felt too forcibly quirky, and I kept thinking “this all feels unnecessary” in addition to the OG. I found myself rolling my eyes in pain multiple times. Not for me. I gave it two stars because I still admire her experimental style.

Detailed review to come. I really read my way through this in the beginning cause a Mona Awad book always hooks me from the start. However, I got a bit busy so it took me so long to finish! Long story short, this is such a strong sequel to Bunny. I missed the characters and I enjoyed their POVs.

If Mona Awad has a million fans, then I am one of them. If Mona Awad has ten fans, then I am one of them. If Mona Awad has only one fan then that is me. If Mona Awad has no fans, then that means I am no longer on earth. If the world is against Mona Awad, then I am against the world.

I loved Bunny so much. I couldn’t get into this as much because I didn’t feel I needed a retelling or changing of the story at all. I still adore Mona’s writing.

Have you ever walked in wet denim? Or muddy shoes? Or wet, muddy boots? That’s exactly how reading this book felt. I love Bunny, but this wasn’t it. I feel like Bunny was so popular that the author felt like a second book would be a good idea, but maybe next time, leave it.

I really enjoyed this! Mona Awad continues to shock me with her writing. I was confused about it being a prequel/sequel but once I started reading I understood (although this definitely leans more prequel). There were parts where I actually laughed out loud (even when it was insane) and other parts where my jaw dropped. The story continues to get more ridiculous but things also made more sense between both books. I loved the fantasy elements, the monologue style writing, dark humor, and of course an unreliable narrator. The nods to American Psycho and Frankenstein were perfect. It was truly like this book was made for me. The pacing was off sometimes, like the beginning felt a little slow and the ending seemed so quick. I did reread Bunny before starting this and would definitely recommend that to everyone who wants to pick this up. Mona Awad, I hope you write books forever.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC.

I enjoyed it, but I realized shortly after starting that I should have read the first book in the series, "Bunny." If I had known this was a sequel, I believe I would have had a much clearer understanding of the character dynamics and nuances woven throughout the story. It was somewhat disorienting to jump in without that foundational context, but I still found myself captivated.

What really stood out to me was how the book's format, prose, and storyline came together in a way that felt both unique and slightly chaotic. It struck a balance that was perfectly imperfect—just strange enough to keep me thoroughly engaged, even during moments when I was unsure of what exactly was happening. This quality added a layer of intrigue that made the reading experience all the more compelling.

There were several moments that had me laughing out loud, while other parts were undeniably bizarre in a way that left me both puzzled and entertained. I think this book embodies a kind of creativity that is rare and refreshing. I can't help but imagine how it would translate to the big screen. If adapted into a movie, it would likely resonate with audiences in a manner similar to "Poor Things," featuring Emma Stone. Given its quirky charm and unconventional storytelling, I believe it would not only attract a following but could also win awards for its originality and execution. Overall, it’s a mixed bag of oddities and humor that leaves a lasting impression.

I absolutely love Mona Awad, but I don’t think this was entirely needed. It was a long read that took away a lot of the mystique of the original novel. Some of the “weird” was overly explained in this sequel/prequel - and I think that was to Bunny’s detriment.
However, if you’re the kind of person who wants answers or you’re okay with diving deeper into the Bunny lore, this will be for you.
I appreciated the POV from their first Bunny boy. Watching him fall in love and hate on poetry, all while trying to find an Allen (any Allen) to kill, was some of the funniest parts of the book (but eventually the bit got old). I could have definitely enjoyed more backstory on the individual Bunny girls, but they quickly became the hive mind we all know and love.
A must-read for Awad fans!

Unfortunately, this one just was not for me. I loved Bunny so much and I was super excited for this one! I could barely make it through. I was bored out of my mind most of the first half, I'm not even sure how I kept going. I knew it wouldn't BE Bunny again but I was definitely hoping for more than what I got. Sadly, most of my reading group felt the same as well. Several members didn't even complete the book.