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busybee1993's review against another edition
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Death, and Terminal illness
megsbookishworld's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The epilogue came out of nowhere for me! Like WHAT?
I felt highs and lows in this book.
Poppyβs letter at the end felt out of place especially for teenagers but I had to take several breaks while reading this book because the emotional damage this book causes is intense.
I have decided this is the modern day βA walk to rememberβ.
I felt highs and lows in this book.
Poppyβs letter at the end felt out of place especially for teenagers but I had to take several breaks while reading this book because the emotional damage this book causes is intense.
I have decided this is the modern day βA walk to rememberβ.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Terminal illness, Child death, and Death
liabl_28's review against another edition
so cheesy, the plot was predictable, it wasnt reaaally sad and the whole i have a desease so, im going to die soon, but the time we spent together its important drives me nuts, just die
Content Warnings
Minor: Terminal illness, Child death, and Death
destinynichole11's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Child death, Medical content, Terminal illness, Death, Cancer, and Medical trauma
michimiya's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- 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? It's complicated
2.5
I loved how we got to see Rune and Poppy's relationship from both perspectives, especially from childhood to the end since I'm a sucker for the childhood best friends to lovers trope. The story itself and the events that unfolded had definitely made me sob, I won't lie. But God, I HATED how Rune was written to be this broody, angsty, edgelord teenager. π His narrative was so cringey at times that I HAD to put the book down from all the second-hand embarrassment and cringe that I felt.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Death, and Terminal illness
harvsgiraffe's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
sad
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
5.0
This book absolutely broke me
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Terminal illness
jadehusdanhicks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
This book broke me. I cried my eyes out towards the end reading the letters within.
I loved the unique concept of keeping a jar of one thousand kisses as it allowed a unique way to record memories of their young love.
It dealt so well with themes of grief throughout. Both familial and romantic and it honestly hurt my heart these characters didnβt get their happy ending as they were made for each other but I cannot complain with how well versed this whole book was.
I loved the unique concept of keeping a jar of one thousand kisses as it allowed a unique way to record memories of their young love.
It dealt so well with themes of grief throughout. Both familial and romantic and it honestly hurt my heart these characters didnβt get their happy ending as they were made for each other but I cannot complain with how well versed this whole book was.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Child death, Death, and Chronic illness
chellery's review against another edition
emotional
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Cancer, and Grief
Moderate: Death
Minor: Sexual content
jessicaharleee's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I loved this so much! It was beautiful and heartbreaking.
- Poppy is the perfect protagonist and I love how deep her relationship is with Rune.
- The fact that this was largely inspired by One Direction songs is obviously a bonus.
- The scenes in New York were stunning and emotional.
- The way Rune treated his parents was just A LOT and was pretty uncalled for. Both families seemed pretty financially comfortable, not to mention Poppyβs aunt is a flight attendant. I have to imagine they wouldβve let Rune and Poppy visit each other every so often.
- Rune never kissing another person and dying only 11 years after Poppy just seems impossible and tainted this story a bit for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Terminal illness, Child death, and Grief
readwithbec_'s review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
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Thoughts: This book completely tore me apart (IYKYK). If you need a good cry, this is the perfect book to read. It had been on my to-be-read list for the longest time, and I'm so glad I finally picked it up. The relationship between Rune & Poppy is incredibly pure and sweet. Tillie's writing beautifully captured the essence of the story, making it a truly unforgettable read.
Synopsis: One kiss lasts a moment. But a thousand kisses can last a lifetime. One boy. One girl. A bond that is forged in an instant and cherished for a decade. A bond that neither time nor distance can break. A bond that will last forever. Or so they believe. When seventeen-year-old Rune Kristiansen returns from his native Norway to the sleepy town of Blossom Grove, Georgia, where he befriended Poppy Litchfield as a child, he has just one thing on his mind. Why did the girl who was one half of his soul, who promised to wait faithfully for his return, cut him off without a word of explanation? Rune's heart was broken two years ago when Poppy fell silent. When he discovers the truth, he finds that the greatest heartache is yet to come. A stand-alone young adult tearjerker romance, recommended for ages fourteen and up.
Please check trigger warnings before reading this book.
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Thoughts: This book completely tore me apart (IYKYK). If you need a good cry, this is the perfect book to read. It had been on my to-be-read list for the longest time, and I'm so glad I finally picked it up. The relationship between Rune & Poppy is incredibly pure and sweet. Tillie's writing beautifully captured the essence of the story, making it a truly unforgettable read.
Synopsis: One kiss lasts a moment. But a thousand kisses can last a lifetime. One boy. One girl. A bond that is forged in an instant and cherished for a decade. A bond that neither time nor distance can break. A bond that will last forever. Or so they believe. When seventeen-year-old Rune Kristiansen returns from his native Norway to the sleepy town of Blossom Grove, Georgia, where he befriended Poppy Litchfield as a child, he has just one thing on his mind. Why did the girl who was one half of his soul, who promised to wait faithfully for his return, cut him off without a word of explanation? Rune's heart was broken two years ago when Poppy fell silent. When he discovers the truth, he finds that the greatest heartache is yet to come. A stand-alone young adult tearjerker romance, recommended for ages fourteen and up.
Please check trigger warnings before reading this book.
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Cancer, and Terminal illness