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maylatte's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Minor: Bullying
kellyung's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Bullying, and Death of parent
levesc17's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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? No
5.0
I received an Arc copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
"Book Lovers" is a triumph. I think comparing it to Jane Austen's perfect blend of humor, sisterhood, romance, and tongue in cheek self-awareness is not overstating things. Readers familiar with Henry's work will expect the romance tropes to be subverted, and "Book Lovers" is no exception. But the romantic relationship is not central to this book; the relationship between the narrator and her sister is. And, the best part is that the romantic interest sees their relationship and understands that nothing can compare to a sister. I experienced an avalanche of emotion because I have a beloved sister; I cried happy tears, sad tears, incandescently happy tears. Even if you don't have a sister, this book as it all: banter, sexual tension, work life balance struggles, book stores, and a badass woman at the center.
"Book Lovers," is magic. I look forward to reading throughout my life.
"Book Lovers" is a triumph. I think comparing it to Jane Austen's perfect blend of humor, sisterhood, romance, and tongue in cheek self-awareness is not overstating things. Readers familiar with Henry's work will expect the romance tropes to be subverted, and "Book Lovers" is no exception. But the romantic relationship is not central to this book; the relationship between the narrator and her sister is. And, the best part is that the romantic interest sees their relationship and understands that nothing can compare to a sister. I experienced an avalanche of emotion because I have a beloved sister; I cried happy tears, sad tears, incandescently happy tears. Even if you don't have a sister, this book as it all: banter, sexual tension, work life balance struggles, book stores, and a badass woman at the center.
"Book Lovers," is magic. I look forward to reading throughout my life.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Death of parent and Bullying
Minor: Pregnancy
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