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regardingliv's review against another edition
5.0
*I won an ARC of this book in a giveaway hosted by the author*
hold up, let me wipe up my happy tears before I even attempt to write this review.
Laura Silverman absolutely freaking nailed it with this book, y’all! High school summer jobs, friendships, relationships, grief, personal growth, this book literally has it all. It was written so well and kept me interested (and laughing and crying) the entire time I was reading!!
The Bonanza Cult sounds the greatest place to be and I can’t wait for more people to experience this amazing story!
hold up, let me wipe up my happy tears before I even attempt to write this review.
Laura Silverman absolutely freaking nailed it with this book, y’all! High school summer jobs, friendships, relationships, grief, personal growth, this book literally has it all. It was written so well and kept me interested (and laughing and crying) the entire time I was reading!!
The Bonanza Cult sounds the greatest place to be and I can’t wait for more people to experience this amazing story!
kaylareadsbooks's review
5.0
I think this might be a new favorite. I adored the story and the characters. It was amazing.
gwendolynaudrey_reads's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I love this YA romance! The characters are sweet, the setting is so fun and the payoff is satisfying.
parryme02's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
readingwithmelodie's review against another edition
5.0
SPOILERS BELOW!
god, I don’t know how to rate this. maybe a 4.5, but I genuinely have no clue if it’s more 4 or 5. I feel like this book is on the plain side, at lot more things are told rather than of showed. like the golden oldies are cool because hannah repeatedly says they’re cool, ethan is great because he’s hot and they vibe together, but I’m not entirely convinced on their chemistry. however, I do love a good ol’ brother’s best friend trope and I was rooting for their side of the triangle! (but ugh love triangle)
but at the same time, this book is EMOTIONAL. like I CRIED. TWICE. like she writes loss and healing so well, I’m stunned. AND THE FRIENDSHIPS! BONANZA! I love my job but I also wish I worked somewhere like that, the community sounds amazing! and that final bronze medal to match her Bubbie’s was an amazing touch
I think this story was developed really well. like the writing is okay, it got a bit bland at times and I skim read a couple pages, the characters is okay, it probably didn’t need those flashback scenes, imo I don’t think it was necessary to show the background in that style, but the development, oh my goodness, I love Hannah’s character development so much, and the FRIENDSHIPS! this is definitely more character based than plot based, I swear half the relationship stuff was unnecessary and the premise of sending a child away for a year is a bit hmMMm in opinion as a plot line
but the bonanza olympics sound so fun, tbh that’s one of the biggest reasons I requested this book, and I’m glad that didn’t disappoint!
thank you so much netgalley and simon and schuster for this e-arc!
god, I don’t know how to rate this. maybe a 4.5, but I genuinely have no clue if it’s more 4 or 5. I feel like this book is on the plain side, at lot more things are told rather than of showed. like the golden oldies are cool because hannah repeatedly says they’re cool, ethan is great because he’s hot and they vibe together, but I’m not entirely convinced on their chemistry. however, I do love a good ol’ brother’s best friend trope and I was rooting for their side of the triangle! (but ugh love triangle)
but at the same time, this book is EMOTIONAL. like I CRIED. TWICE. like she writes loss and healing so well, I’m stunned. AND THE FRIENDSHIPS! BONANZA! I love my job but I also wish I worked somewhere like that, the community sounds amazing! and that final bronze medal to match her Bubbie’s was an amazing touch
I think this story was developed really well. like the writing is okay, it got a bit bland at times and I skim read a couple pages, the characters is okay, it probably didn’t need those flashback scenes, imo I don’t think it was necessary to show the background in that style, but the development, oh my goodness, I love Hannah’s character development so much, and the FRIENDSHIPS! this is definitely more character based than plot based, I swear half the relationship stuff was unnecessary and the premise of sending a child away for a year is a bit hmMMm in opinion as a plot line
but the bonanza olympics sound so fun, tbh that’s one of the biggest reasons I requested this book, and I’m glad that didn’t disappoint!
thank you so much netgalley and simon and schuster for this e-arc!
ellalafontant's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-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
4.75
kassreads's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you Penguin Australia and Netgalley for providing me with this read.
I don't usually read YA books but this one was it. I enjoyed this from start to finish. I love that this book does not focus just on romance but it goes into each character and their lives. It focuses on what they go through and them developing into the new stages of their lives.
Also i don't really reading friends to lover but when i do its great. The romance was so fluffy and cute. This story explores titles such as grief, loss, healing an inner turmoil. Its definitely a book everyone should read. I am truly excited on the next release this author will bring!
I don't usually read YA books but this one was it. I enjoyed this from start to finish. I love that this book does not focus just on romance but it goes into each character and their lives. It focuses on what they go through and them developing into the new stages of their lives.
Also i don't really reading friends to lover but when i do its great. The romance was so fluffy and cute. This story explores titles such as grief, loss, healing an inner turmoil. Its definitely a book everyone should read. I am truly excited on the next release this author will bring!
glittermonkey's review against another edition
challenging
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
hapbrewer's review against another edition
4.0
Really enjoyable YA romance that also dealt with some more serious topics