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whatmadsreads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Chronic illness, and Mental illness
Moderate: Abandonment, Cursing, and Alcohol
Minor: Pregnancy and Vomit
befthhh's review against another edition
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
*I received an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
I am a big fan of the Bergman Siblings series and this 6th and penultimate installment did not disappoint. Right from the first chapter with Ziggy and Sebastian's meet-HOT (to call it a meet-cute would be a disservice to the scene) I was hooked on them and the intense chemistry they share.
I love a friends to lovers trope, and the way Ziggy and Seb supported and uplifted each other purely as friends, through several difficult moments, was emotional and heartwarming. And, as always, the other Bergman siblings did not disappoint in their supporting roles. Viggo, Ren, and Frankie had particularly excellent scenes throughout the book.
The pining was expertly written and had me blushing several times (the bookstore scene!!), yet the final love scene left a little to be desired, largely because there was some spice that I believe warranted a little more on page negotiation and/or talking through between the characters.
All in all, a wonderful read with meaningful representation of neurodivergence, chronic illness, and queerness, with expertly written characters, and a beautiful story of friendship and love.
I am a big fan of the Bergman Siblings series and this 6th and penultimate installment did not disappoint. Right from the first chapter with Ziggy and Sebastian's meet-HOT (to call it a meet-cute would be a disservice to the scene) I was hooked on them and the intense chemistry they share.
I love a friends to lovers trope, and the way Ziggy and Seb supported and uplifted each other purely as friends, through several difficult moments, was emotional and heartwarming. And, as always, the other Bergman siblings did not disappoint in their supporting roles. Viggo, Ren, and Frankie had particularly excellent scenes throughout the book.
The pining was expertly written and had me blushing several times (the bookstore scene!!), yet the final love scene left a little to be desired, largely because there was some spice that I believe warranted a little more on page negotiation and/or talking through between the characters.
All in all, a wonderful read with meaningful representation of neurodivergence, chronic illness, and queerness, with expertly written characters, and a beautiful story of friendship and love.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing
Minor: Child abuse
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