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abidavisf's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
3.75
Largely, I enjoyed this read. It was easy to listen to and follow, but I did find it slightly slow in the middle. The story was also slightly frustrating. Though I understand why Iris kept the secret, I felt like it dragged on for a bit too long and could have been solved much quicker in real life (but maybe wouldn’t make for as good of a story!).
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Emotional abuse
Minor: Addiction, Medical content, Grief, Infidelity, Abandonment, and Death of parent
mctmama's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
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
3.75
A fun book for December - a romance, set in New York City. Iris moves to NYC to escape a toxic relationship, and to try and start her new life in a city that her mom (now deceased) had loved. When she discovers a gelato shop that appears in one of her mother's scrapbooks, she is drawn inside. She meets Gio, the son of the owner who is now in the hospital, and cannot remember the family recipe. Of course, Iris has the recipe - her mom had a connection to the store from her early life, but Iris keeps that a secret. Iris starts her relationship with Gio with a few lies, which is always hard for me - no matter how noble she is trying to be. Of course, there is a happy ending. Filled with Italian family, secrets, music, and love, and of course, gelato.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse
Minor: Addiction
Although not a physically abusive relationship, the main character has fled from an emotionally, controlling relationship.
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