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rothkel's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Self harm, Death, and Grief
Heart warming romance with magic! But not in a cringy way.bookwormlily's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
One of my favourite romances. Such an interesting concept - switching timelines is usually confusing, but in this story it is effortless. I also appreciated that it wasn’t just a romance as there were mentions of more serious topics, such as grief and growing up. Cannot recommend Ashley Poston’s writing enough.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide, Death, and Grief
Minor: Pregnancy
andiesbooks_'s review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Suicide
jazhandz's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Sexual content, Suicide, and Pregnancy
andiehales's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
1.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
ek2011's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide and Grief
katrinarose's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was a cute, easy read but I couldn’t get past the insta love. I don’t know how it’s possible to fall in love with a stranger over the course of two or three separate days. And not only that but remain in love for seven years waiting for them?! I think about who I was seven years ago and I can’t imagine that after even a year I would still be pining over someone I met and hadn’t seen since. Besides that, the magic part of it was cute and didn’t overcomplicate the story. I found Clementine’s insistence that she knew James/Iwan better than he knew himself in the present pretty annoying but at least she had a realization that *gasp* people can change! That whole internal plotline felt a bit juvenile for someone as intelligent and accomplished as she is but at least she got there in the end. Overall this was a fluffy lighthearted romance (with the exception of some discussions of grief) and an enjoyable beach read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Sexual content and Suicide
znvisser's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This was fun, especially the second half. There’s an (obvious) twist in this story and afterwards both plot and characters get more interesting, and the romance gets more of a sizzle. Still, there is a bit too much talk of grey eyes, but nevertheless at this point I wanted to keep reading. The way time slips are used to help Clementine deal with her grief is cleverly done.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
andwonderlandd's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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? N/A
5.0
This book felt like a warm hug 💕
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Suicide
cmrbwa's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
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
i started this book not even 24 hours ago and i’ve already finished it and i am so disappointed because i will never get to read it again for the first time. i read this book hoping to kick my feet and giggle over a sweet romance and this book satisfied that craving and delivered so much more. craft-wise, the language is lyrical and poston’s descriptions are never-ending morsels of beauty; i absolutely ate it up. i fell in love with every character throughout the story and the plot twists had me GAGGED,,,, i was reading like :0 for half the novel. as with any romance, the cliches are necessary and so is the overly done cheesiness in the novel. but this was also a moving reflection of grief and how it can feel like a ghost hovering over u, invalidated and begging to be acknowledged. but also how grief can motivate you to do better. i absolutely loved this book and i could talk about it forever and ever. (why don’t fictional men exist irl)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Suicide