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emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
– Book Review
Synopsis
After discovering her fiancé is in love with someone else, Wren is heartbroken. Seeking solace, she travels to Indiana to spend time with her father and his family. There, she crosses paths with Anders, a man still grieving the loss of his wife. As their connection deepens, Wren finds herself drawn to him, but Anders is keeping a secret—one that could change everything. Torn between the truth and their undeniable feelings, Wren must decide if love is worth the risk.
My thoughts ;
Paige Toon never misses, and Only Love Can Hurt Like This might just be my favorite of hers yet. The atmospheric setting, rich with small-town charm and sweeping country landscapes, made this book feel like stepping into a heartwarming Hallmark movie. I adored the slow-burn romance between Wren and Anders, but even more so, the layered family dynamics—watching Wren reconnect with her half-sister Bailey and navigate life in her father’s world was just as rewarding as the love story itself. This book beautifully explores themes of heartbreak, healing, and being the one left behind. If you love deep, emotional love stories with a stunning backdrop, this one’s for you!
Happy reading! x
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emotional
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Absolutely loved this! The book was very slow burn which made it a slow read hence the -0.25. However, I was in love with every single character and this book made me SOB!!!!!!! LIKE SOBBBBBB!!!! Strongly recommend this book it ripped my heart out.
I found the beginning of this book to feel a bit slow. It didn’t grab me and had me wondering what the hype was about. The second half delivered. It had me crying for sure. Very raw pain that you can sympathize with. A good story with likable characters and satisfying ending.
Loved this, the pain of life told in various aspects through some beautiful characters
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
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
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes