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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
I've seen some critique of the FMC being insufferable and selfish and oh-so-frustrating, and, honestly, yeah. Yeah, she was. But also acting illogically tends to be a by-product of mental health struggles. Self-sabotaging occurs because the person isn't able to cope in a neurotypical way. So, why *wouldn't* the FMC act that way if mental health struggles is one of foundational conflicts of the book? Our loathing of her, at times, felt extremely appropriate because she, too, was filled with self-loathing. I might not like the way I felt the second-hand frustration when she made terrible decisions, but I can appreciate the conveyance of how depression surpasses logic, often to the detriment of everyone involved.
So, in all, this book did a great job exploring what happens in relationships when one of the people is experiencing anxiety or depression. My only minor hang up dealt with the ending, but endings are seemingly impossible to make everyone happy. I mean, just look at Seinfeld!
Anyway, if you're looking for a solid romcom that explores mental health issues, start here!
So, in all, this book did a great job exploring what happens in relationships when one of the people is experiencing anxiety or depression. My only minor hang up dealt with the ending, but endings are seemingly impossible to make everyone happy. I mean, just look at Seinfeld!
Anyway, if you're looking for a solid romcom that explores mental health issues, start here!
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I can see why people really liked this one! It is a fast read with main characters that you invest in really easily on their journey. The female protagonist Bennet is very relatable as we have all felt loss and drowning when figuring out who we are when life goes wrong. Very classic early 2000s romcom vibes with a miscommunication trope!
emotional
funny
medium-paced
adventurous
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
Loveable characters:
Complicated
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
One star, and this was a book about New York! Two third act breakups and a main character with the emotional maturity of emotionally immature high schooler. I get that her being stunted was part of the plot, but it made for a miserable reading experience. Felt like it was written by a 15 year old that was just imagining what a relationship might be like.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
emotional
funny
inspiring
3.75/5 stars - i picked this up on a whim with no expectations, but this book was such a pleasant surprise! i enjoyed bennet and henry's dynamic a lot; it felt like the author really took their time to let their relationship develop from friends to more than just that. they're the kind of characters that really grow on you as the story progresses.
i was a bit frustrated with some conflicts in the book, particularly around the 70% mark, especially since it was dealt with rather quickly so it felt unnecessary to have in the first place. i also wish we delved into henry's issues more too, especially since the book deals with bennet's grief particularly well.
i will say that contrary to some reviews on here, i actually really enjoyed the third act conflict because it helped not only develop bennet and henry's characters further, it also made their relationship stronger in my eyes.
i was a bit frustrated with some conflicts in the book, particularly around the 70% mark, especially since it was dealt with rather quickly so it felt unnecessary to have in the first place. i also wish we delved into henry's issues more too, especially since the book deals with bennet's grief particularly well.
i will say that contrary to some reviews on here, i actually really enjoyed the third act conflict because it helped not only develop bennet and henry's characters further, it also made their relationship stronger in my eyes.