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jadehusdanhicks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
This book broke me. I cried my eyes out towards the end reading the letters within.
I loved the unique concept of keeping a jar of one thousand kisses as it allowed a unique way to record memories of their young love.
It dealt so well with themes of grief throughout. Both familial and romantic and it honestly hurt my heart these characters didnβt get their happy ending as they were made for each other but I cannot complain with how well versed this whole book was.
I loved the unique concept of keeping a jar of one thousand kisses as it allowed a unique way to record memories of their young love.
It dealt so well with themes of grief throughout. Both familial and romantic and it honestly hurt my heart these characters didnβt get their happy ending as they were made for each other but I cannot complain with how well versed this whole book was.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Child death, Death, and Chronic illness
chellery's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Cancer, and Grief
Moderate: Death
Minor: Sexual content
jessicaharleee's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I loved this so much! It was beautiful and heartbreaking.
- Poppy is the perfect protagonist and I love how deep her relationship is with Rune.
- The fact that this was largely inspired by One Direction songs is obviously a bonus.
- The scenes in New York were stunning and emotional.
- The way Rune treated his parents was just A LOT and was pretty uncalled for. Both families seemed pretty financially comfortable, not to mention Poppyβs aunt is a flight attendant. I have to imagine they wouldβve let Rune and Poppy visit each other every so often.
- Rune never kissing another person and dying only 11 years after Poppy just seems impossible and tainted this story a bit for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Terminal illness, Child death, and Grief
readwithbec_'s review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
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Thoughts: This book completely tore me apart (IYKYK). If you need a good cry, this is the perfect book to read. It had been on my to-be-read list for the longest time, and I'm so glad I finally picked it up. The relationship between Rune & Poppy is incredibly pure and sweet. Tillie's writing beautifully captured the essence of the story, making it a truly unforgettable read.
Synopsis: One kiss lasts a moment. But a thousand kisses can last a lifetime. One boy. One girl. A bond that is forged in an instant and cherished for a decade. A bond that neither time nor distance can break. A bond that will last forever. Or so they believe. When seventeen-year-old Rune Kristiansen returns from his native Norway to the sleepy town of Blossom Grove, Georgia, where he befriended Poppy Litchfield as a child, he has just one thing on his mind. Why did the girl who was one half of his soul, who promised to wait faithfully for his return, cut him off without a word of explanation? Rune's heart was broken two years ago when Poppy fell silent. When he discovers the truth, he finds that the greatest heartache is yet to come. A stand-alone young adult tearjerker romance, recommended for ages fourteen and up.
Please check trigger warnings before reading this book.
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Thoughts: This book completely tore me apart (IYKYK). If you need a good cry, this is the perfect book to read. It had been on my to-be-read list for the longest time, and I'm so glad I finally picked it up. The relationship between Rune & Poppy is incredibly pure and sweet. Tillie's writing beautifully captured the essence of the story, making it a truly unforgettable read.
Synopsis: One kiss lasts a moment. But a thousand kisses can last a lifetime. One boy. One girl. A bond that is forged in an instant and cherished for a decade. A bond that neither time nor distance can break. A bond that will last forever. Or so they believe. When seventeen-year-old Rune Kristiansen returns from his native Norway to the sleepy town of Blossom Grove, Georgia, where he befriended Poppy Litchfield as a child, he has just one thing on his mind. Why did the girl who was one half of his soul, who promised to wait faithfully for his return, cut him off without a word of explanation? Rune's heart was broken two years ago when Poppy fell silent. When he discovers the truth, he finds that the greatest heartache is yet to come. A stand-alone young adult tearjerker romance, recommended for ages fourteen and up.
Please check trigger warnings before reading this book.
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Cancer, and Terminal illness
oliviahullx's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I did not enjoy this book as much as Iβd hoped I would. Donβt get me wrong, I shed a few tears at the end of the book but that was all. The writing for me was way too cringeworthy, not realistic, tried to hard to make you love the characters. Boring book, had to force myself to finish it every time I put it down. Sadly, I wouldnβt recommend or read again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Cancer, Death, Medical content, and Terminal illness
jesshart8's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Terminal illness, Grief, and Cancer
loveella's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Cancer, and Death
dagmarvt's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Cancer, Death, Grief, and Terminal illness
laurakwiecinski's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Death, Grief, and Terminal illness
moodreadererin's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
A thousand book kisses is a YA romance that follows Poppy and Rune . I think it's best to read this book going in blind . Just know , I've never cried so hard reading a book before . With that said , read this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Grief, Child death, Terminal illness, and Death
Moderate: Sexual content and Cultural appropriation