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Kiss Her Once for Me by Alison Cochrun

115 reviews

micaelacccc's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful inspiring 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

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turnthepages_nl's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

4.0

Loved the book, hated the infidelity and cheating. It was wrong and really messy.
The ADHD rep was great and really casual, the anxiety woven though the whole story.
The messaging of this book was just really nice and the new/found family aspect really wholesome. But the cheating knocked a star off for me...

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infjkiki's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful tense 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

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emmehooks's review against another edition

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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

4.0

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bg_oseman_fan's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful 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

4.75

It’s a sign of a well written book when even though you know what’s about to happen, you are so engrossed in the story that it doesn’t much matter. Steering into fake dating, love triangle (i mean trapezoid), only one bed, tropes could have easily crashed and burned. instead the characters shine. the lead characters grow and their flaws are addressed frankly and honestly in a way many romance focused books don’t. Parts of this book were too saccharine and could have been more critical of tropes, but I enjoyed Alison’s writing so much!

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queenb13's review against another edition

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funny reflective sad 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

3.5

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leahgustafson's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted 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

3.0

This is a cute, Hallmarky romance set in the Pacific Northwest. The LGBTQ+ representation in this book is fantastic! I really loved the discussion of perfectionism and just how inhibiting ultra perfectionism can be (Oh hi, it’s me🙋🏻‍♀️). There is also great exploration around the idea of success and what the concept of “failure” truly means. I appreciated Ellie’s friends who sometimes have to show her some “tough love” and hold her accountable for setting boundaries and taking care of herself. These are real, authentic, adult friendships.

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While I thought the idea of the story was super interesting/engaging, some of the present day scenes felt a little forced/just too much. The way Andrew’s family kept pushing Ellie and Jack together was a little unrealistic for me (even if it is fiction).

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The third act conflict was also a little much for me. While I understand Jack’s anger, there are many other decisions/plot points that suggest that Jack isn’t completely exempt from fault. This left me feeling a little upset that Ellie completely blames herself (and shoulders a lot of the blame from others) for their “break up,” when in all reality, neither of them handles things well at various points throughout their “relationship.”

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The ending was typical of the romance genre, but I think I would have also been okay if it didn’t end that way. These life experiences cause Ellie to grow and learn about herself leading her to make changes for a happier, healthier life. I think this is the most important thing. It’s not just about “getting the girl.”

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I do wish I had read this one around Christmas time. This would make for the perfect light/fun holiday read!
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stacy837's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful 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

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fuzzywilson's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted relaxing slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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ecn's review against another edition

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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? It's complicated

4.0

You’re gonna get exactly what youd think from this book. Once I started reading this in the same way I used to read Sarah Dessen books in high school, I was able to enjoy it more. Obviously it’s full of poorly written or cheesy lines, shallow characters, and an overwhelming hallmark fairytale but it’s exactly that. Predictable and moderately entertaining. I’d you’re in the mood for a book like this, then you’ll love this

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