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lydiaareads's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
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? No
3.75
If you were mine, Iris, there would be no doubt what position you’d hold in my life. You’d be center. I’d play you at the five.
edithvain's review against another edition
challenging
dark
tense
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
4.75
dmille1's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
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? No
5.0
Five stars is nowhere close to enough! Kennedy Ryan’s writing is truly amazing. Her words via audiobook come to life so beautifully. This book was HARD at times. The abuse Iris endured is devastating. I think the audiobook made it both easier and harder to listen to. The love that binds Iris to August while she endures Caleb is incredible. This book is over and I’m still crying (a variety of tears). Cannot recommend this enough! Check TW first.
daniellekraatz's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Rape, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Pregnancy
roglows's review against another edition
5.0
I don’t know what to say. One of the best books I’ve read this year. KR has such a strong, authentic voice, and her characters always feel like real people I can root for. August and Iris absolutely have my heart. This book was hard at times, potentially triggering for some, but ultimately a beautiful love story. I’m sad it’s over...
bridgeca's review against another edition
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I didn’t like the characters as much as I’ve liked the characters in some of Kennedy’s other books. However, I still found the story interesting.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence