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emilywemily6's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
tense
fast-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? Yes
4.0
This book was so fun! I loved the setting and I adored the characters. Emily’s and Simon’s flaws drove me a little crazy, but in a relateable way. Especially how Emily kept self-sabotaging and over-thinking things. The third act conflict was very believable which I appreciated. It felt like a little bit of a stretch how their relationship evolved throughout the book, but I just wish I saw more of a slow burn/strangers to lovers thing instead of a switch flipping. Though I think it fit Simon’s character and his hot and cold nature that was hard to understand. Part of me feels like the relationship might implode down the line, I wasn’t completely convinced. The banter was fun and I could picture myself at the Faire, and it was just what I was looking for in a late summer romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Cursing
Minor: Violence, Car accident, Terminal illness, Alcohol, Death, and Gaslighting
jadehusdanhicks'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
4.25
An amazing read, this book encompasses a ren faire love story, growing closer to family , and rewriting experiences with trust after shitty experiences.
I really loved this book. Especially with how books and Shakespeare were a running theme due to the two romantic mcs being Shakespeare nerds.
One of my fave lines is repeated a few times in the book and is one I will always hold near and dear to my heart.
A wonderful read, especially as I’m reading it now as much of it is set in summer through to august so I felt fully involved in it as I Read on
I really loved this book. Especially with how books and Shakespeare were a running theme due to the two romantic mcs being Shakespeare nerds.
One of my fave lines is repeated a few times in the book and is one I will always hold near and dear to my heart.
A wonderful read, especially as I’m reading it now as much of it is set in summer through to august so I felt fully involved in it as I Read on
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Alcohol, Death, Cancer, Medical content, Terminal illness, and Grief
wilybooklover's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Grief
Moderate: Cancer, Car accident, Death, and Terminal illness
Minor: Abandonment and Toxic relationship
kdailyreads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0
I really enjoyed this book! I loved the main characters Emily and Simon. They’re both people I would like to be friends with in real life. They’re funny, caring, organized, and like reading and history. The relationship between the two of them was fun and heart-warming to see develop. The supporting characters were also well-developed and entertaining, and I found myself wishing Willow Creek was a real place I could visit. I definitely want to go to a Renaissance Faire sometime in the future now! Maybe I’m even motivated to try to read some Shakespeare again?? Absolutely I am looking forward to reading more of Jen DeLuca’s writing, particularly this series!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Terminal illness, Grief, Death, Car accident, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, and Sexual content
maddiejlynch's review
funny
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? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Terminal illness and Grief
Minor: Emotional abuse
simon’s brother passed away from non-hodgkin’s lymphoma, and a lot of his character is driven by his grief and mourning his brother. emily has just gotten out of a five year long relationship where her partner devalued and put her down, and a lot of her character is driven by her not feeling good enough as a result of this treatment.kylieqrada'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
4.0
This was adorable. I love a Ren Faire moment, and the character development for Simon Emily was on point. The only issue I had was that I couldn't help picturing an old work friend as Simon and then the sex scenes got REAL WEIRD and I would not recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Sexual content
Moderate: Car accident, Cancer, and Grief
Minor: Terminal illness and Toxic relationship
bookinthebath's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Terminal illness
nebraskanwriter's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Alcohol, Cursing, Cancer, Sexual content, and Terminal illness
milkand2sugars's review
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
A quick easy read, perfect for the beach or a flight. I liked the renaissance fair aspect as its something I haven't seen before in a romance and I always enjoy the grumpy x sunshine trope.
This was only 3 stars for me because I didn't fully warm to the male character. There wasn't enough character development to redeem him after having a bad attitude throughout the whole book.
This was only 3 stars for me because I didn't fully warm to the male character. There wasn't enough character development to redeem him after having a bad attitude throughout the whole book.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Grief, Sexual content, and Terminal illness
avidreaderandgeekgirl's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Body shaming, Cancer, Car accident, Death, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, and Terminal illness