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annabananadel's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
“Sometimes you don’t have to weigh every single pro and con. Sometimes the answer is the one that just feels right.”
I've been looking forward to Nash's story ever since I've finished the TWNGO because you really can't help but also see and wish for his happiness after Naomi fell hard for Knox. I didn't even notice that they were going to put Angelina and Nash together until after I actually read the back cover of the book. It's actually such a sight to see how Nash would fall in love with a very independent girl because he is a cop and he really wants people to need and depend on him.
To be honest, it was such a slow-burn kind of book. It took so long for the both of them to even have their first kiss. I know it was all because Lina was not the relationship type of girl and Nash was currently healing from his "wounds" (the dark ones, not the physical ones), but it was such a torture for me, as a reader, to just see them both compatible together but haven't really connected. The back and forth in the first half as well was scrutinizing it was so unnecessary - where Nash was mad at Lina for her job that is connected to Duncan Hugo and all. But really, it's just Nash being an idiot for not understanding that Lina was just doing her job. Although the soccer match scene was a memorable one where Sloane really was the comedic relief in all the pairs (now I'm excited to get inside her head).
But when that first kiss and everything afterwards happened after the first half of the book, I was so invested already. More so when I notice that there was no third act break up! A pet-peeve of mine when I read romance because more often than not, third act break ups were unnecessary and can be simply solved through talking.
@ Lucy Score, was the tattoo butt thing really necessary? I get that Nash has one amazing ass but was it really necessary for him to get his tattoo there? For me, as a girl who have several tattoos, it's not really that romantic. I'd rather it be some place where it can easily been seen so people would know how important their date is.
Graphic: Chronic illness, Sexual content, and Gun violence
Moderate: Kidnapping and Death of parent
Minor: Sexual harassment and Police brutality
neliadiedenise's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Car accident, Infertility, Mental illness, Pregnancy, Violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, Gun violence, Police brutality, Sexual harassment, Cursing, Kidnapping, Domestic abuse, and Injury/Injury detail
abbeyroad1410's review
- 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
3.75
I really liked the character of Lina. At times, she did come off as a member of the "not like other girls" trope, but I enjoyed that she enjoyed inherently feminine things like purses and heels. She got along with other women and was happy for their accomplishments even if they didn't match what she wanted. I also liked that Lina had a fully developed back story that explained her overbearing parents and her desire for freedom.
One of the best scenes (which was fairly irrelevant to the plot) was a moment between Lina and one of her former friends which forced Lina to look inwards while still acknowledging how others contributed to the problem. The scene struck a wonderful balance.
Now, onto the low point of the novel: Nash Morgan. When the novel started out I liked him, but this man was red flag after red flag. He was controlling; he was condescending; he was slightly sexist. All of this was under the guise of "protecting" Lina. At times, he was blatantly interfering with her career when she asked him not to. Honestly, Lina deserves better.
Overall, this was an enjoyable book which I may read again if I get in the mood for 500 pages.
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Death, Kidnapping, and Sexual content
memoirsofabooklover's review
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Mental illness and Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Medical trauma, Panic attacks/disorders, Addiction, Cursing, Death of parent, Kidnapping, Police brutality, Sexism, Violence, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual harassment, and Stalking
Minor: Grief, Pregnancy, Blood, Gun violence, Infertility, Physical abuse, Car accident, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Racism
ecravens's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Pregnancy, Blood, Infertility, Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Violence, Abandonment, Addiction, Police brutality, Alcohol, Child abuse, Cursing, Grief, Gun violence, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
emilyfrenchie's review
- 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
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Mental illness, Blood, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual content
Minor: Medical trauma, Sexual harassment, Gun violence, Addiction, and Kidnapping
kaylahcc's review against another edition
- 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
2.75
Graphic: Gun violence, Kidnapping, and Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Chronic illness
Minor: Car accident and Death of parent
jonezzzing's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Kidnapping, Cursing, Sexual content, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, and Gun violence
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Medical trauma, Sexual harassment, Racism, and Violence
Minor: Abandonment, Grief, Addiction, Alcohol, Car accident, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Blood, and Medical content
soniajoy98's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
Graphic: Sexism, Medical trauma, Sexual content, Alcohol, Kidnapping, Injury/Injury detail, Cursing, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, and Violence
Moderate: Mental illness, Alcoholism, Death of parent, Racism, Sexual harassment, Grief, Addiction, Drug abuse, and Police brutality
Minor: Blood, Domestic abuse, Car accident, and Stalking