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booklvrkat's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
“I haven't been living without him. I've been merely surviving.”
Second chance love stories are one of my favorite tropes. This story had it in aces. Not only did Macy and Elliot get that second chance, but their love story also survived so many obstacles. I found this to be a very fast read, one that was emotional and kept me craving the next page. Alternating timelines were easy to follow, and the authors really kept you wondering if these two would be able to heal their hearts in time to make it work together. I might not always get a Christina Lauren book read in a timely fashion, but I will always read them.
“His kiss is an aching prayer; devotion pours from him.”
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Car accident
Minor: Infidelity, Grief, and Alcohol
vanesst's review against another edition
emotional
relaxing
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Sexual content, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Car accident and Alcohol
sunshinekmp's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Car accident, and Death of parent
Moderate: Infidelity and Grief
babyfacedoldsoul's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
I read this special edition after absolutely loving the original book. Reading through this book with many questions already answered from the previous read, I fell in love with it all over again. The bonus chapters gave some context/resolution without fleshing everything out. I still don't agree with every choice each character made but this book still devastates me in the most beautiful way whenever I read it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Infidelity
ktdaugherty's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident and Death of parent
Moderate: Infidelity
readwithria's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Love & Other Words was a sweet and surprising romance that made me laugh, tear up, and feel a whole gambit of deep emotions. It was a great time, and if you’re looking for a lighthearted yet emotional romance I would definitely recommend it.
Macy and Elliot, especially in the “then” chapters of the book, are so sweet! Seeing their relationship grow from new friends to new love was so sweet, and I’m glad the book was structured the way it was. I do think some of the chapters were a little short, but the back and forth between then and now worked really well for me.
I do wish we had gotten a little bit more time in the now after their reconciliation, but other than that and the open door teen sex scene, which while it worked in context still always gives me the ick in adult books I had a really great time with this book.
This was only my second book by Christina Lauren, and it won’t be my last. 4 stars.
Macy and Elliot, especially in the “then” chapters of the book, are so sweet! Seeing their relationship grow from new friends to new love was so sweet, and I’m glad the book was structured the way it was. I do think some of the chapters were a little short, but the back and forth between then and now worked really well for me.
I do wish we had gotten a little bit more time in the now after their reconciliation, but other than that and
This was only my second book by Christina Lauren, and it won’t be my last. 4 stars.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Car accident, and Death of parent
Minor: Infidelity and Alcohol
abidavisf's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Tragic and beautiful and hopeful.
The pacing of this tale was perfect. Even with Elliott’s ability to say exactly how he feels at any moment (we can’t help but stan), there was no rush with this romance. Eleven years has passed, so what’s one more day? This tale felt realistic even in its tragedy and overwhelming coincidences.
I devoured Love & Other Words in five hours. Stunning.
The pacing of this tale was perfect. Even with Elliott’s ability to say exactly how he feels at any moment (we can’t help but stan), there was no rush with this romance. Eleven years has passed, so what’s one more day? This tale felt realistic even in its tragedy and overwhelming coincidences.
I devoured Love & Other Words in five hours. Stunning.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Infidelity, Terminal illness, Medical content, Grief, Car accident, and Death of parent
kitcat_reads's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-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
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident and Death of parent
Moderate: Infidelity and Grief
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, and Sexual assault
lawoodworth's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
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
5.0
This book captured my heart- I loved the dual timelines and all of the characters. This romance book was a mix of friends to lovers and second chances. I adored Macy’s dad, Duncan, and Elliot’s whole family. This book elicited all of the emotions, I was deeply invested and laughed and cried along with the characters. I enjoyed this one!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Alcohol
an_a_list_alias's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
4.75
I love this book! The characters, the character development, the writing, everything! Even though it's downright heartbreaking at times, in the end I would still consider it a comforting and cozy read. Would recommend for my fellow lonely fellows 😭
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Infidelity, Grief, Car accident, and Death of parent