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ashrad's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Abandonment and Child abuse
Moderate: Alcoholism, Toxic relationship, Mental illness, and Addiction
Minor: Car accident, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual content
bringmybooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Thank you to Edelweiss, Forever, & Hachette Book Group for the opportunity to read and review this book before it's publication date! This in no way affected my review, opinions are my own.
Review: Abby Jimenez's books are just so. dang. FUN. I love how there are super serious topics presented in each of her novels, but that they are done in a way that lets you go through the tough things without feeling like you've been clobbered. This probably wasn't my favorite of the books, just because the logic/plot portion of it missed a bit for me (for the most part, I'm able to suspend disbelief for her plots, but this one felt a bit too far-fetched). That being said, I can definitely say that if you've liked her previous books, I would feel fairly confident recommending this one to you as well!
Overall Rating: ★★★★ / 4.13
Rating each element of the book out of 5★
Characters ★★★★★
Atmosphere ★★★
Writing ★★★★
Plot ★★★
Intrigue ★★★★
Logic ★★★
Enjoyment ★★★★
Pacing ★★★★
Dialogue ★★★★
★ did not like / ★★ it was okay / ★★★ liked it / ★★★★ really liked it / ★★★★★ loved it
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Death, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, Fire/Fire injury, Medical content, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Car accident, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Child abuse, Grief, Cursing, Alcohol, Addiction, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , and Mental illness
kaylahcc's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Vomit, and Abandonment
Minor: Death of parent
stormeno's review against another edition
- 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
4.5
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Abandonment, Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, Mental illness, and Vomit
Moderate: Sexual content and Alcoholism
Minor: Death of parent and Car accident
condls27's review against another edition
- 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
From the first page I could tell I was going to love this. With Abby Jimenez you’re guaranteed to read an adorable romcom that is packed with such real emotion that it will leave you feeling raw but in the best way possible.
I did not realize this was going to be in the Part of Your World Universe so it was so great to see all the characters we fell in love with before!
Graphic: Child abuse, Death of parent, Grief, Toxic relationship, Mental illness, Sexual content, and Abandonment
hazelgirl21's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Sexual content, Abandonment, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Fire/Fire injury
lovelymisanthrope's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
"Just for the Summer" follows Justin and Emma. Justin has recently gone viral because of a Reddit thread in which he shares that every girl he has ever dated has immediately found her soulmate the second they break up. Emma, with a similar curse messages Justin to commiserate together. When Justin proposes they date each other so that they can each find their soulmates following their breakup, Emma decides she has nothing to lose. But, to her surprise, Emma may like Justin more than she is ready to admit, and Justin thinks he may have finally found his soulmate the moment he lays eyes on Emma.
This was such a sweet romance. Justin and Emma have chemistry that radiates from the page, and they are both so equally loveable.
Justin is a quirky guy with a lot falling on his shoulders. Due to some family difficulties, he is about to take custody of his younger siblings, and although he loves them and is happy to do so, he knows this is going to greatly impact his personal life for the foreseeable future. His commitment to his family and willingness to step up into a fatherly role was admirable and highly attractive. On top of that, he has a great sense of humor. He is playful and funny, which is exactly the type of guy Emma needs.
Emma had a tumultuous childhood, and because of this instability, she finds commitment of any kind difficult. She has spent her adult life working as a travel nurse with her best friend. Never having to put roots down means she does not have to experience the heartbreak when she has to leave. This also makes dating nearly impossible.
Together, Justin and Emma really balance each other out, which was wonderful to see. Justin really helped to show Emma that relying on people is okay, and Emma helped Justin to believe in love again, and that he is not just someone else's good luck charm.
This book explores some interesting family dynamics, which definitely helped to flesh out the main characters and give the story more substance. Most noteworthy is Emma's mother; a flighty woman who has not really been there for Emma in any positive way.
This novel takes place on Lake Minnetonka, Minnesota, and provided the perfect vibes for a light summer read.
I HIGHLY recommend this book, and I look forward to reading more from Abby Jimenez in the future.
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Death of parent and Child abuse
spaghettireads's review against another edition
- 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? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Vomit, Mental illness, Abandonment, Sexual content, Panic attacks/disorders, and Death of parent
Moderate: Dementia, Injury/Injury detail, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, Grief, and Medical content
katievallin's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Grief, Mental illness, Cursing, Abandonment, Child abuse, and Vomit
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Death of parent
Minor: Medical content and Alcohol
c_m_m's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
5.0
Graphic: Death of parent, Vomit, Toxic relationship, Sexual content, Emotional abuse, and Mental illness