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winterdream1999's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
While I enjoyed the core part of the story, I felt that the ending was very rushed. It felt like we had just reached the climax, only for the story to declare that it was complete. I went from crying to confusion after realizing the story was done. I feel that Christina Lauren could’ve added more to the revelation part and really tie the loose ends (we did kind of get a closure from the epilogue-ish section but it wasn’t enough to feel complete). The major root of their conflict came and went so fast I wondered if I missed something.
Something I liked about this book was the communication between Macy and Elliot. I liked that they were comfortable enough to communicate with each other and not hold back. Sure it was difficult sometimes, but communication is hard and I respect the fact that they talked. The problem is that they communicate so well sometimes and more often than I’d expect that it felt unnatural. Maybe it’s because I’m used to miscommunication or lack of communication, but the fact that they talked about their feelings and insecurities so often felt so foreign. Honestly I was just shocked. Like even the communication with Sean felt unnatural (if you read the book you’d know what I mean).
Overall the story was really good. Even if the end was rushed, the other parts made it so much worth it. I couldn’t put it down and I fell in love with most of the characters (all of the important ones at least). I would recommend it.
Moderate: Death of parent, Car accident, Sexual content, and Grief
Minor: Rape
michaela_nelly's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Abandonment and Grief
Moderate: Death of parent, Death, Cursing, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Car accident, and Cancer
Minor: Vomit
bristolwhitley's review against another edition
4.0
Moderate: Sexual content
annieb26's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Death of parent, Sexual content, Grief, and Car accident
Moderate: Terminal illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Mental illness, Rape, and Medical content
Minor: Drug use, Ableism, Vomit, and Toxic friendship
daylajane's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Moderate: Sexual content, Car accident, and Death of parent
3bobbielee'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? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Car accident
Moderate: Death of parent and Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent
readwithria's review against another edition
- 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
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.
Graphic: Sexual content, Death of parent, and Car accident
Minor: Alcohol and Infidelity
madspaint's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Moderate: Sexual content and Death of parent
Minor: Car accident
takarakei's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual content, Alcohol, and Grief
syazahaniss's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol and Drug use
Minor: Car accident and Death of parent