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Hello Stranger by Katherine Center

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andziolek's review

5.0

Very easy read, I enjoyed the book and did not expect the plot twist (which I find very strange that I did not lol)!
Although, Sadie made me upset few times, but no accepting or not asking for help. And also not sharing her issue with people who were close to her (Joe), but I do know now why she didn't (well, there wouldn't be a story if she did).
I hate when there's lack of communication between people.

I also enjoyed learning about prosopagnosia.

onmalsshelf's review against another edition

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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? No

4.5

heidz's review

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4.0

This is a unique contemporary romance that talks about family trauma and you see the character deal with a sudden life change. This is a miss communication trope done in a way I've never read before. I highly recommend this and enjoyed the story from page one.

jprado's review

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4.0

4.5/5-- I loved reading this book! It was fun, it was cute, it was funny! I found myself laughing out loud while reading it!

tate94's review

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Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

0.5

carsonelainee's review

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4.0

*4.5

I have read two Katherine Center books and they have both been absolute gems. Never would I have thought I would go this crazy over a closed-door romance, but here we are. Katherine Center specializes in romances that are so feel-good, you won't be able to help but awww out loud (I did. Several times).

This book has a lot of moving parts, but it works so well. We have a painter who suffers from face blindness as a result of surgery that she has right before the biggest portrait contest of her career. We see her as she reconciles her faith and ability within her career with her new reality. This also takes place within a family drama and a new relationship.

There were times when the story got a bit predictable, but I don't feel like the book suffered from it. The author's note at the end of the book definitely backs up my thought about this. Katherine Center basically says that romance is supposed to be predictable - it is one of the hallmarks of the genre. So while I predicted a lot of what was going to happen, it only made me love this book more.

If you need a pick-me-up, this book is the perfect thing for you. It is so feel good and I just loved it with my whole heart.

Thank you to Netgalley and Katherine Center for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.