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readwithde's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
First, I love that the "heal me handsome" trope was avoided, but there was still room for both parties to support, care for, and promote growth and healing for each other. It was as it should be: a relationship is a place of safety, not a cure all. It was beautifully done.
Second, I loved how naturally the story progressed, and especially how it showcased that two people can hurt each other without trying, that sometimes one person's coping mechanism can be another's trigger, and that it is possible to work around those things while you grow to understand your partner.
Above all, this story was about emotional healing after trauma. Fear is a very real, debilitating thing; choosing to live again despite pain and trauma takes bravery and courage. You are the only one who can choose life over fear; no one else can do it for you.
This was an amazing, cathartic read, and I'm excited to get into Dani and Eve's books.
Moderate: Chronic illness, Grief, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
elenamarmiroli's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Ciò era particolarmente legato al fatto che, conoscendo i fatti e i sentimenti di entrambi personaggi tramite i due pov utilizzati, la tensione dovuta ai malintesi e incomprensione venisse meno quasi immediatamente.
Questo per fortuna è mitigato più si va avanti nella storia, o quanto meno diventa più comprensibile una volta che il lettore è informato delle profonde paure psicologiche che portano i due protagonisti ad agire come fanno.
Poi, tutto questo viene in gran parte della grande premura che Red ha, ed applica, verso Chloe, cosa che lo rende uno degli interessi romantici migliori che io abbia visto, almeno di recente.
Inoltre,
In più, devo dire che i personaggi sono ben descritti a livello comportamentale e psicologico.
Graphic: Chronic illness, Toxic relationship, and Sexual content
Moderate: Ableism
Minor: Death and Grief
roseamillerg'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
2.5
Also, the bucket list thing felt cliche, unnecessary, and underdeveloped to me, which is odd considering it’s the whole plot..
Graphic: Chronic illness, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Cursing, Domestic abuse, Grief, Medical content, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Racism, and Terminal illness
Minor: Eating disorder and Pregnancy
achingallover's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Chronic illness, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Ableism, Grief, Medical content, and Physical abuse
daniellestarredpages's review against another edition
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
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Graphic: Chronic illness and Cursing
Moderate: Drug use
Minor: Death, Emotional abuse, Grief, Racism, and Toxic relationship