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maddie408's review against another edition
4.0
4.75⭐️ thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to receive this arc in return for an honest review!
oh this was SO GOOD!!! this was my first book by Lauren Layne and knowing her and her husband wrote it together gave me all the giddy feels. this was a perfect rom-com, but also had such fleshed out characters that felt so real and relatable in such a short page count. i empathized so much with katherine and her struggles. she was so layered and even though she came across as grumpy and unfeeling, she truly had such a loyal, sweet heart. tom was an organized, sarcastic cutie and i loved the way he could take everything katherine dished and dish it right back! their banter was adorable and so fulfilling to read.
i loved their chaotic journey. each road block brought them closer and closer together :) i enjoyed seeing the two of them fall back in to love. they really never stopped, but seeing them realize how much they miss each other and that they really are the loves of their lives was beautiful. they’re perfect for each other! this got me in to the christmas spirit as well with the holiday vibes.
i thoroughly enjoyed this!!!
oh this was SO GOOD!!! this was my first book by Lauren Layne and knowing her and her husband wrote it together gave me all the giddy feels. this was a perfect rom-com, but also had such fleshed out characters that felt so real and relatable in such a short page count. i empathized so much with katherine and her struggles. she was so layered and even though she came across as grumpy and unfeeling, she truly had such a loyal, sweet heart. tom was an organized, sarcastic cutie and i loved the way he could take everything katherine dished and dish it right back! their banter was adorable and so fulfilling to read.
i loved their chaotic journey. each road block brought them closer and closer together :) i enjoyed seeing the two of them fall back in to love. they really never stopped, but seeing them realize how much they miss each other and that they really are the loves of their lives was beautiful. they’re perfect for each other! this got me in to the christmas spirit as well with the holiday vibes.
i thoroughly enjoyed this!!!
cobaltbookshelf's review against another edition
4.0
A husband and wife writing duo write about second chance romance between divorcées . How fun.
Emergency Contact definitely has a healthy dose of angst and raw emotion because it centers on a second chance romance , there’s also a nice balance of fun and flirty moments as Katherine and Tom are forced spend time together.
Filled with smart dialogue,interesting characters, and a very relatable and second chance romance, this book has a little something for every romance fan.
ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Emergency Contact definitely has a healthy dose of angst and raw emotion because it centers on a second chance romance , there’s also a nice balance of fun and flirty moments as Katherine and Tom are forced spend time together.
Filled with smart dialogue,interesting characters, and a very relatable and second chance romance, this book has a little something for every romance fan.
ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
meganshu527's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
thebookishnarwhal's review against another edition
5.0
This story is a heartwarming second-chance romance with depth and relatable characters. Emergency Contact by Lauren Layne and Anthony Ledonne is a delightful romantic treat that I devoured in one sitting.
Meet Katherine Tate. An ambitious NYC attorney who finds herself in an unexpected situation. Diagnosed with a concussion, she must be monitored for 48 hours to ensure her condition doesn't worsen. The catch? She forgot to update her emergency contact information, and the person they call is her ex-husband.
She reluctantly agrees to travel with Tom for the holidays but thanks to a blizzard, what should have been a quick plane ride turns into an antagonistic overnight misadventure.
I adored the setting of this story. The snowy backdrop of Chicago during the holidays really added charm and a layer of cozy. I found Layne and Ledonne crafted terrific characters in Katherine and Tom. They’re everything you want: flawed, genuine, and their chemistry leaps off the pages.
From laughter to tears, this rom-com delivers all of the emotions. Whether you're looking for writing that shines, laughter, love, or a touch of holiday magic at any time of year, this book delivers.
Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for a temporary e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Meet Katherine Tate. An ambitious NYC attorney who finds herself in an unexpected situation. Diagnosed with a concussion, she must be monitored for 48 hours to ensure her condition doesn't worsen. The catch? She forgot to update her emergency contact information, and the person they call is her ex-husband.
She reluctantly agrees to travel with Tom for the holidays but thanks to a blizzard, what should have been a quick plane ride turns into an antagonistic overnight misadventure.
I adored the setting of this story. The snowy backdrop of Chicago during the holidays really added charm and a layer of cozy. I found Layne and Ledonne crafted terrific characters in Katherine and Tom. They’re everything you want: flawed, genuine, and their chemistry leaps off the pages.
From laughter to tears, this rom-com delivers all of the emotions. Whether you're looking for writing that shines, laughter, love, or a touch of holiday magic at any time of year, this book delivers.
Thank you to NetGalley and Blackstone Publishing for a temporary e-ARC in exchange for my honest review.
bookworm21century's review against another edition
3.75
This was cute. I didn't love how Catherine made everything so about herself and did not seem at all phased by how her agenda affected Tom. I do understand the strong female character, but this was a hair too far. I also felt like Lola got the short end of the stick.
simonizzys's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.5
this is what i mean when i say divorce trope! tens around the board
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Minor: Injury/Injury detail
booksreverything's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
nobat11's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.25
eedawson18's review against another edition
5.0
Loved the character development in this book and the book being told in the different perspectives!