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theeclecticreview's review against another edition
4.0
Yowsa! Eight years of waiting. This book read like One Day which I reviewed years ago. However, the ending was much better.
Liv and Ben are strangers who met by accident locked in an abandoned building. The attraction is instant, but the timing is bad. Over the course of eight years, fate has brought them together sometimes across a crowded station, sometimes at a party, and lastly avoiding wedding celebrations for friends and family where the connection is finally acted upon. Then after six unforgettable nights and a loving admission from Ben, he disappears. WTF?! With a plethora of emotions hitting her all at once, Liv is determined to get closure, but she knows very little about Ben. What is he hiding?
Liv is a foody who has finally found her dream job and she has a good support system of family and friends. Liv is smart, fun, and independent. I respect how she bounces back from setbacks and moves on. Her persistence to learn the truth about Ben's secrets is another admirable trait about her after he ghosts her. Ben is reserved, kind, and conflicted. He fell in love with Liv at first sight, but he can't be with her. Is it a good reason? Perhaps, but I can't give the secret away, so you'll have to determine that yourself by reading the book.
This love story is slow at first as we watch Liv grow and become a confident and savvy woman. The chemistry between Liv and Ben is very strong. Watching them fight it and form misunderstandings that keep them apart way too long is frustrating, but I couldn't wait to find out what Ben was concealing.
If you believe in fate and love at first sight, give this captivating story a try. You won't be able to put it down.
Thank you to Ms. Lovett for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
Liv and Ben are strangers who met by accident locked in an abandoned building. The attraction is instant, but the timing is bad. Over the course of eight years, fate has brought them together sometimes across a crowded station, sometimes at a party, and lastly avoiding wedding celebrations for friends and family where the connection is finally acted upon. Then after six unforgettable nights and a loving admission from Ben, he disappears. WTF?! With a plethora of emotions hitting her all at once, Liv is determined to get closure, but she knows very little about Ben. What is he hiding?
Liv is a foody who has finally found her dream job and she has a good support system of family and friends. Liv is smart, fun, and independent. I respect how she bounces back from setbacks and moves on. Her persistence to learn the truth about Ben's secrets is another admirable trait about her after he ghosts her. Ben is reserved, kind, and conflicted. He fell in love with Liv at first sight, but he can't be with her. Is it a good reason? Perhaps, but I can't give the secret away, so you'll have to determine that yourself by reading the book.
This love story is slow at first as we watch Liv grow and become a confident and savvy woman. The chemistry between Liv and Ben is very strong. Watching them fight it and form misunderstandings that keep them apart way too long is frustrating, but I couldn't wait to find out what Ben was concealing.
If you believe in fate and love at first sight, give this captivating story a try. You won't be able to put it down.
Thank you to Ms. Lovett for giving me the opportunity to read this book with no expectation of a positive review.
roxanne_eve's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
herperfume's review against another edition
Highly unpleasant narrator that I couldn't deal with.
peachyytyy's review against another edition
2.0
Very meh - there were some cute parts but besides that it really wasn’t that good and felt rushed
radeyahc's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
kalefactory's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infertility
Minor: Sexual harassment
litwithleigh's review against another edition
3.0
Writing: Lindsey Kelk adjacent | Plot: got a lil lost along the way | Ending: BEN, MEET ME OUTSIDE
SYNOPSIS
Liv and Ben keep bumping into each other over the years. Is it fate or do they just live in a really small town? (It's the first one. Sorry for the spoiler.)
MY OPINION
Okkurrtttt I got this one off the ole Prime Reading (like Kindle Unlimited, but included in my Prime Membership) and I was impressed. The writing was quite punchy and the jokey jokes were amusing. It was a short one too and definitely got to the fking point. I liked the premise; it reminded me of the movie One Day with Anne Hathaway or [b:You, Again|75665887|You, Again|Kate Goldbeck|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1684512527l/75665887._SY75_.jpg|90374131]. I know some people aren't a fan of a lot of timeline jumping, but I think it works in romance because it creates history instead of going 0-insta love.
The first half was honestly four-star clean romance. Is it the best thing you'll ever read? No. But she was delivering what she set out to deliver. Just call her UPS. But then... that last half?? Definitely felt like she needed to meet a deadline. AND THE TWIST??? NAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!! COME GET THESE HANDS!!!!!!!!! I REBUKE THEE!!!! JUSTICE FOR LIV!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Short and sweet review because I'm behind and slightly (very) lazy. I'll definitely check out another book of hers because that first half was giving it to me. Hopefully her other MMCs are not mega twats. Stay tuned.
PROS AND CONS
Pros: funny, punchy writing, great premise, a lil intrigue
Cons: the actual FK was that twist??? Ben.
SYNOPSIS
Liv and Ben keep bumping into each other over the years. Is it fate or do they just live in a really small town? (It's the first one. Sorry for the spoiler.)
MY OPINION
Okkurrtttt I got this one off the ole Prime Reading (like Kindle Unlimited, but included in my Prime Membership) and I was impressed. The writing was quite punchy and the jokey jokes were amusing. It was a short one too and definitely got to the fking point. I liked the premise; it reminded me of the movie One Day with Anne Hathaway or [b:You, Again|75665887|You, Again|Kate Goldbeck|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1684512527l/75665887._SY75_.jpg|90374131]. I know some people aren't a fan of a lot of timeline jumping, but I think it works in romance because it creates history instead of going 0-insta love.
The first half was honestly four-star clean romance. Is it the best thing you'll ever read? No. But she was delivering what she set out to deliver. Just call her UPS. But then... that last half?? Definitely felt like she needed to meet a deadline. AND THE TWIST??? NAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!! COME GET THESE HANDS!!!!!!!!! I REBUKE THEE!!!! JUSTICE FOR LIV!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Short and sweet review because I'm behind and slightly (very) lazy. I'll definitely check out another book of hers because that first half was giving it to me. Hopefully her other MMCs are not mega twats. Stay tuned.
PROS AND CONS
Pros: funny, punchy writing, great premise, a lil intrigue
Cons: the actual FK was that twist??? Ben.
lucyhj13's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
julsmhs's review
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-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? N/A
4.25