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chichisode's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Alcohol and Toxic relationship
Minor: Bullying, Mental illness, Vomit, Car accident, Cursing, and Medical content
soniajoy98's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
5.0
this book had a mhairi macfarlane and jackson browne reference so my life is complete
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Sexual content, Pregnancy, Cursing, Death of parent, and Grief
Moderate: Body shaming, Medical content, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Vomit
samchase112's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
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
5.0
I FREAKING LOVED THIS ROMANCE! I absolutely could not put it down, I loved every single moment. There really isn't much to say here that hasn't already been fawned over, so I'll just make a couple points. Emily Henry is so incredible at integrating a heartwarming, emotional, squeal-worthy romance with complex characters who have a lot to work through, and I think this is her best use of that strength. Every word was enthralling, and I felt myself connecting and sympathizing with the characters so much along the way. The characters, the setting, the pacing, the "twists," the relationship progression — it was all perfect. I absolutely cannot recommend this romance enough.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Grief, Death of parent, and Cursing
Moderate: Pregnancy
katievh's review against another edition
emotional
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Sexual content, and Death of parent
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Cursing and Alcohol
msradiosilence's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
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
4.0
Tldr; for a straight romance, I had a good time.
Read my full review at: https://www.rainyreader.com/single-post/book-lovers
Read my full review at: https://www.rainyreader.com/single-post/book-lovers
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Alcohol, Death of parent, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, Child abuse, Cursing, Grief, Medical content, Panic attacks/disorders, and Pregnancy
caseythereader's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
slow-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
Thanks to Libro FM for the free copy of this book.
- BOOK LOVERS was my first Emily Henry book and y'all did not lead me astray! This book was a joy. I loved Nora and Charlie, both a big grumpy, both big hearted, both working through their stuff together and separately.
- I did think it dragged a bit in the middle, but the chemistry between Nora and Charlie was enough to keep it going for me.
- The real highlight of this book was Nora and Libby's sisterly relationship. I loved that it was of equal importance to the plot with Charlie, and Libby wasn't just a plot device in the background. Their relationship felt real, and their love for each other was just as central to their lives as their romantic loves.
- BOOK LOVERS was my first Emily Henry book and y'all did not lead me astray! This book was a joy. I loved Nora and Charlie, both a big grumpy, both big hearted, both working through their stuff together and separately.
- I did think it dragged a bit in the middle, but the chemistry between Nora and Charlie was enough to keep it going for me.
- The real highlight of this book was Nora and Libby's sisterly relationship. I loved that it was of equal importance to the plot with Charlie, and Libby wasn't just a plot device in the background. Their relationship felt real, and their love for each other was just as central to their lives as their romantic loves.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Pregnancy, Cursing, Alcohol, Death of parent, and Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment
laurataylor's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Car accident, Abandonment, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, Cursing, and Medical content
cozyreadsandcoffee's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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
5.0
THIS BOOK IS A MUST READ
It is not just a romance, but it also explores the bond of sisterhood, family, balance of work/home life, and understanding the importance of following your passions.
The romance is also super cute between Nora and Charlie! Nora allowing herself to explore romance while understanding her role as big sister felt super relatable. Emily Henry's writing with sparkling dialogue, complex characters felt so real.
read if you enjoy books, exploring family dynamics, and cute romances that are just a little more than a hallmark movie.
It is not just a romance, but it also explores the bond of sisterhood, family, balance of work/home life, and understanding the importance of following your passions.
The romance is also super cute between Nora and Charlie! Nora allowing herself to explore romance while understanding her role as big sister felt super relatable. Emily Henry's writing with sparkling dialogue, complex characters felt so real.
read if you enjoy books, exploring family dynamics, and cute romances that are just a little more than a hallmark movie.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Panic attacks/disorders, Death, Mental illness, Abandonment, Toxic relationship, Chronic illness, Infidelity, Gaslighting, Death of parent, Grief, Pregnancy, Cursing, Medical content, Alcohol, and Emotional abuse
thatswhatshanread's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
It comes as a shock to absolutely not me that the contemporary romcom GOAT aka Emily Henry has done it again, folks. She’s written another 5-star novel nothing short of excellent.
With each of her last three books, she makes the romantic tropes of “coincidence” fresh and fun. I would say so especially in this one, as it touches on nearly every cliche or archetype, but in a way that feels like it’s never been done before. Idk if that makes sense but she does, so just trust me.
Nora (loved the Ephron reference here!), our very accomplished MC with a heart for others above her own. I really related to her sense of needing control and feeling lonely, but also her increased longing for fulfilling daydreams and giving in to love.
And of course, our leading man Charlie Lastra, ladies and gentleman, is everything. The thoughtful sweetness hidden behind the intimidating, often-pouty exterior.
Their quick fire, intelligent banter kept me laughing the entire story through. The carefully crafted flirtatious insults. All of the tropes, but somehow still the exact right amount of trope, the precise dash of small town magic. This book is SMART, okay.
Nora and Charlie are the type of enemies-to-lovers you don’t find yourself rolling your eyes over, like not even once—they are remarkably real, sweet and sour. They’re not so over the top in their hatred that it definitely feels like the trope is the single reason for the continuation of the story. In this book, the trope more serves as a cheeky reminder that white hot tension and true fate are excellent anecdotes to Two Adults Who Are Meticulously Stubborn and Deliciously Compatible. The story is about the characters and their interactions, not just moving from point A to the inevitable point B. Sure, that does happen, but it’s not what you focus on the entire time. You’re drawn to all of the many points between. There is such a natural softening of the bristly edges, a gradual turn from enemies into lovers; it doesn’t feel rushed or forced at all, which I find happens in a lot of novels of the genre. The pacing for this one is just right.
In simpler terms, I loved this book. To Emily Henry, I say: I love your brain.
ALSOOOOO the January Andrews (from Beach Read) shout-out!!!! Little Easter eggs like that make me so, so happy.
With each of her last three books, she makes the romantic tropes of “coincidence” fresh and fun. I would say so especially in this one, as it touches on nearly every cliche or archetype, but in a way that feels like it’s never been done before. Idk if that makes sense but she does, so just trust me.
Nora (loved the Ephron reference here!), our very accomplished MC with a heart for others above her own. I really related to her sense of needing control and feeling lonely, but also her increased longing for fulfilling daydreams and giving in to love.
And of course, our leading man Charlie Lastra, ladies and gentleman, is everything. The thoughtful sweetness hidden behind the intimidating, often-pouty exterior.
Their quick fire, intelligent banter kept me laughing the entire story through. The carefully crafted flirtatious insults. All of the tropes, but somehow still the exact right amount of trope, the precise dash of small town magic. This book is SMART, okay.
Nora and Charlie are the type of enemies-to-lovers you don’t find yourself rolling your eyes over, like not even once—they are remarkably real, sweet and sour. They’re not so over the top in their hatred that it definitely feels like the trope is the single reason for the continuation of the story. In this book, the trope more serves as a cheeky reminder that white hot tension and true fate are excellent anecdotes to Two Adults Who Are Meticulously Stubborn and Deliciously Compatible. The story is about the characters and their interactions, not just moving from point A to the inevitable point B. Sure, that does happen, but it’s not what you focus on the entire time. You’re drawn to all of the many points between. There is such a natural softening of the bristly edges, a gradual turn from enemies into lovers; it doesn’t feel rushed or forced at all, which I find happens in a lot of novels of the genre. The pacing for this one is just right.
In simpler terms, I loved this book. To Emily Henry, I say: I love your brain.
ALSOOOOO the January Andrews (from Beach Read) shout-out!!!! Little Easter eggs like that make me so, so happy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Grief, Sexual content, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Cursing, Medical content, Alcohol, and Abandonment
kb_sherman's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Cursing, Death of parent, Grief, Medical content, and Pregnancy
Minor: Drug use and Vomit