Reviews

You, Again by Kate Goldbeck

caitlinreese's review against another edition

slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

kamma_josefine's review against another edition

3.0

this was a book i’m glad that i read, even though it was only a little above mediocre for me. let me explain why. i liked the writing style, the banter, the small quirks that made this special and the world it painted to the reader. on the other hand, i didn’t love how stereotypically structured this was - mainly because i think the author is capable of something more. then there was a lot of, in my humble opinion, dragged out pinning that could have been avoided. i wasn’t ever overly attached to the characters either, and to be frank i just don’t think this is a book that will stay with me. in conclusion, if my positive points about this book, are speaking to you then you should definitely pick this up!

melermeler's review against another edition

emotional funny medium-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

brennaosterhout's review

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

the_illustrating_reader's review against another edition

emotional funny reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This book was angsty and slow burn-y in the best and worst way possible. I appreciated that Kate Goldbeck kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time.

space_corgi's review against another edition

emotional lighthearted reflective slow-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

4.0

I enjoyed this read and thought that Josh and Ari were interesting characters, just maybe not for each other? And a lot of things feel unresolved; time skips felt like they were often utilized to avoid explaining/building on what’s happening. It got weaker in the end, but still a fun read. 

claireadtea's review against another edition

emotional funny 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

4.0

mpavlechko's review against another edition

emotional hopeful reflective tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

annabel_jacobs's review against another edition

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Overall I really enjoyed this book! I honestly couldn’t put it down. Although the rest of this review is a little negative, the positives outweighed the negative.
This book is the evolution of a relationship through conversations spanning years and is both heartwarming and also full of turmoil. The beginning of the book (first half is by far the best part) is full of banter that is funny and had me actually laughing. I really appreciated Josh’s character development throughout the book.
Unfortunately Ari’s was stunted which led to all of the turmoil in the second half of the book (by far my least favorite part). I didn’t enjoy Ari’s character and she needed Josh and their banter to save the book (imo).
But I did enjoy this and can definitely understand the When Harry Met Sally vibes. I’m giving it 3.75 stars

leelaamanda's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75