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aepompu's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
This was super sweet and was definitely enjoyable. Definitely insta-love, at least on one side, but the progression of feelings for both MMC and FMC felt pretty rushed.
If there was a bit more development of the emotional attachment between the two MCs then this would have been a 5 star read.
🌶️🌶️/5
If there was a bit more development of the emotional attachment between the two MCs then this would have been a 5 star read.
🌶️🌶️/5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Sexual content, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Addiction
Minor: Drug use
readwithsophsx's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, Abandonment, Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Grief, Pregnancy, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Medical content, Alcohol, Addiction, Cursing, Drug use, and Emotional abuse
britneysbook's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction and Abandonment
Minor: Drug abuse, Drug use, Pregnancy, and Death of parent
gabichatslit's review against another edition
4.5
Mrs. Bonam-Young made a forever fan out of my off the dedication of this book alone!!
But omg, this book was so so good. I got to the last page of the bonus epilogue and just felt so good. Like this book is a warm cup of tea or a cozy blanket on a chilly night. I’m so glad I listened to everyone about how good it was and bought a copy. And now I can’t wait to read EVERYTHING else Hannah puts out.
Chloe and Warren’s journey was so nice to watch. And to see them go from reluctant partners to not quite team members to a united front, in love and then to them being a family unit was the best. Two people who deserved all the happiness and find their partner in one another. Also just thinking about Warren being the only dad Willow will ever know just makes me emotional.
I would’ve liked to see another moment with Luke and Warren after the motel moment, as well as Chloe and her adoptive mom sitting down and working their shit out but I still really enjoyed the story.
The book was funny, heartwarming and emotional with characters easy to root for. Can’t wait to read Next to You soon!
But omg, this book was so so good. I got to the last page of the bonus epilogue and just felt so good. Like this book is a warm cup of tea or a cozy blanket on a chilly night. I’m so glad I listened to everyone about how good it was and bought a copy. And now I can’t wait to read EVERYTHING else Hannah puts out.
Chloe and Warren’s journey was so nice to watch. And to see them go from reluctant partners to not quite team members to a united front, in love and then to them being a family unit was the best. Two people who deserved all the happiness and find their partner in one another. Also just thinking about Warren being the only dad Willow will ever know just makes me emotional.
I would’ve liked to see another moment with Luke and Warren after the motel moment, as well as Chloe and her adoptive mom sitting down and working their shit out but I still really enjoyed the story.
The book was funny, heartwarming and emotional with characters easy to root for. Can’t wait to read Next to You soon!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction, Drug abuse, Sexual content, Alcoholism, Cursing, Death of parent, and Medical content
melissat's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Child abuse and Emotional abuse
Minor: Death of parent and Addiction
aflseniors09's review against another edition
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
this was so cute and included deaf/HOH as well as foster care representation
but the anger issues wasn't cute. like literally punching a hole in the wall? 🚩
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Alcohol, Addiction, Drug use, and Drug abuse
kimberlyyyreads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
4.0
This was a really cute fast paced read, Hannah is such a great writer!
Chloe is literally a superstar, I loved reading about her journey with Willow 🥹🤍
Warren was sweet too, but I would have loved to see their relationship build a little more foundation before they got together.
Overall super sweet read! 🫶🏼
P.S. the bonus epilogue owns my heart 😭
Chloe is literally a superstar, I loved reading about her journey with Willow 🥹🤍
Warren was sweet too, but I would have loved to see their relationship build a little more foundation before they got together.
Overall super sweet read! 🫶🏼
P.S. the bonus epilogue owns my heart 😭
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Drug abuse, and Addiction
Minor: Death of parent
andreaareadsbooks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
FRIENDS. Hannah Bonam-Young does not disappoint. ever.
Any story of hers, I will read always. Every main character she writes? I am a fan.
She writes stories that are geared and level with the likes of Emily Henry - if this doesn't catch your attention -- Her MMCs are swoon worthy to the highest degree.
This book was so incredibly unique - specifically because it dealt with an intricate and difficult topic (that not everyone can relate to but SHOULD be aware of its implications) and includes a cast of main /supporting characters that are fighting various battles of their own (but also together).
The amount of support that pours out of HBY's novels is actually astounding and it reminds you just how much you DESERVE to have others support you/to support others around you!!
We get a found family is the most wholesome of ways, we have amazing supporting characters who make the novel feel whole and complete, we have WARREN - who has a mouth that will make you BLUSH (not kidding) - we have CHLOE who makes space for others and learns to make space for herself - and we just overall have a story that is just chefs kiss perfect.
Honestly I wish it were longer because i love chloe and warren.
Additionally, what I LOVE about HBY is that her stories are so full circle, nothing feels disconnected - and you dont get silly third act breakups AKA GREEN FLAG <3
Fave quotes so you can fall in love :)
Any story of hers, I will read always. Every main character she writes? I am a fan.
She writes stories that are geared and level with the likes of Emily Henry - if this doesn't catch your attention -- Her MMCs are swoon worthy to the highest degree.
This book was so incredibly unique - specifically because it dealt with an intricate and difficult topic (that not everyone can relate to but SHOULD be aware of its implications) and includes a cast of main /supporting characters that are fighting various battles of their own (but also together).
The amount of support that pours out of HBY's novels is actually astounding and it reminds you just how much you DESERVE to have others support you/to support others around you!!
We get a found family is the most wholesome of ways, we have amazing supporting characters who make the novel feel whole and complete, we have WARREN - who has a mouth that will make you BLUSH (not kidding) - we have CHLOE who makes space for others and learns to make space for herself - and we just overall have a story that is just chefs kiss perfect.
Honestly I wish it were longer because i love chloe and warren.
Additionally, what I LOVE about HBY is that her stories are so full circle, nothing feels disconnected - and you dont get silly third act breakups AKA GREEN FLAG <3
Fave quotes so you can fall in love :)
"Show me the messy parts, OK? God knows, I’ve shown you mine."
"I could resist, try to swim out I may have referred to you as a whirlpool… as cheesy as that may be. I could resist, try to swim out, try to avoid it – but it would be easier to float. And, for the first time, I’m not scared to."
“Warren and Luke held space for my fears, my hurt, and my worries. Not once did I feel like I needed to hold back, diminish, or hide. I had never felt that way before.”
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Abandonment, Panic attacks/disorders, Drug abuse, Ableism, and Addiction
sariereads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, Addiction, Gaslighting, Abandonment, and Sexual content
Moderate: Child abuse and Death of parent
spectacles_and_books's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.5
Hannah's writing is just heartfelt and beautiful. I loved Warren and Chloe's story of love, healing and hope.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Addiction, and Alcoholism