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jennastopreading's review
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- 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
5.0
Another knockout from Ali Brady! I loved this story of two sisters trying to save their business, stand on their feet as individuals, and of course, find some love along the way.
Ali Brady’s first novel, THE BEACH TRAP, gave definite summer vibes, but I would argue that THE COMEBACK SUMMER could be enjoyed year round. Does it take place in summer? Yes. But is the season in which it takes place a main character? Nope, not this time. Chicago is definitely a character, though, and it was an extra bonus for me to read part of this book as we drove through The Windy City.
The chemistry of the sisters, their love interests, and the intricate weave that holds the 4 of them together kept the pages turning til the very end (and it was worth it, all 400+ pages). This book captured everything that women’s fiction should feature; a cast of characters you can root for, real life issues weaved in, and a bonus of some L-O-V-E!
I look forward to the next by this fabulous author duo!
Ali Brady’s first novel, THE BEACH TRAP, gave definite summer vibes, but I would argue that THE COMEBACK SUMMER could be enjoyed year round. Does it take place in summer? Yes. But is the season in which it takes place a main character? Nope, not this time. Chicago is definitely a character, though, and it was an extra bonus for me to read part of this book as we drove through The Windy City.
The chemistry of the sisters, their love interests, and the intricate weave that holds the 4 of them together kept the pages turning til the very end (and it was worth it, all 400+ pages). This book captured everything that women’s fiction should feature; a cast of characters you can root for, real life issues weaved in, and a bonus of some L-O-V-E!
I look forward to the next by this fabulous author duo!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Terminal illness, Mental illness, and Grief
dianaschmidty's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
informative
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia and Body shaming
Moderate: Abandonment, Grief, Panic attacks/disorders, and Terminal illness
savvyrosereads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
Out May 9, 2023 [Thank you so much to Ali Brady for creating the Sisterhood of the Traveling ARC!]
Rating: 4/5 stars
Sisters Hannah and Libby are struggling to keep their grandmother’s PR firm afloat when they get the opportunity to earn the business of a major client—if they can impress her by participating in a 12-week challenge to “Crush their Comfort Zones.” But the challenge gets complicated when Hannah’s ex comes back to town, Libby develops feelings for someone she’s trying to set her sister up with, and buried secrets come to light.
I loved The Beach Trap last year, and Ali Brady have once again created a super fun dual romance centered on sisterhood and the relationships between women, while still giving us adorable book boyfriends and some spicy scenes! The premise of this was one I don’t think I’ve encountered before, and while it took me a few minutes to get into (self-help challenges aren’t really my thing), the characters and their journeys really sucked me in and I was rooting for them *so* hard by the end!
I will say that I was a bit angry at one of the sisters (I won’t be saying which one but feel free to guess if you’ve read this!) and that never really went away…but the beauty of the writing here is that I fully understood and even empathized with her decision making even while it upset me.
Truly, I’ll read anything Ali Brady (or Ali or Bradeigh) come out with, and I can’t wait for everyone to have the chance to pick this one up!
Recommended to anyone, but especially if you like: sister stories; dual romances; finding your purpose
CW: Discussions of mental illness/mental health; fatphobia (internalized and external); mentions of terminal illness
Rating: 4/5 stars
Sisters Hannah and Libby are struggling to keep their grandmother’s PR firm afloat when they get the opportunity to earn the business of a major client—if they can impress her by participating in a 12-week challenge to “Crush their Comfort Zones.” But the challenge gets complicated when Hannah’s ex comes back to town, Libby develops feelings for someone she’s trying to set her sister up with, and buried secrets come to light.
I loved The Beach Trap last year, and Ali Brady have once again created a super fun dual romance centered on sisterhood and the relationships between women, while still giving us adorable book boyfriends and some spicy scenes! The premise of this was one I don’t think I’ve encountered before, and while it took me a few minutes to get into (self-help challenges aren’t really my thing), the characters and their journeys really sucked me in and I was rooting for them *so* hard by the end!
I will say that I was a bit angry at one of the sisters (I won’t be saying which one but feel free to guess if you’ve read this!) and that never really went away…but the beauty of the writing here is that I fully understood and even empathized with her decision making even while it upset me.
Truly, I’ll read anything Ali Brady (or Ali or Bradeigh) come out with, and I can’t wait for everyone to have the chance to pick this one up!
Recommended to anyone, but especially if you like: sister stories; dual romances; finding your purpose
CW: Discussions of mental illness/mental health; fatphobia (internalized and external); mentions of terminal illness
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Terminal illness, Abandonment, and Fatphobia
Minor: Death and Grief
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