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juliejanisbooks's review
4.0
I had a fun time with this second chance romance story. I liked the you've got mail vibes, reading romance books theme, and I related to Tally with her being introverted. The beginning was alright but as the story progressed, it got better and better. Despite Tally and Noah having immature moments, they had great chemistry and I enjoyed their interactions together. Definitely a fun rom-com!
nikolaiswife's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
imabekahh's review
4.0
3.5⭐️ so I rounded up! This was a very sweet, wholesome romance! There was definitely tension but no spice really.
Was this the best writing ever? No. But was it super cute and a good story? Yes. I do believe this is a debut author, so the writing was fine all things considered. (I could be totally wrong in saying that.)
I really enjoyed the characters but at points I became frustrated with them by their interactions. And even though sometimes I was like ehhh that dialogue didn’t seem natural, it didn’t inhibit my ability to immerse myself in the minds and lives of the MCs. I did really enjoy this story!
It also seemed like the author was setting up certain side characters to have their own love story kind of like Tessa Bailey did in It Happened One Summer and Hook, Line, and Sinker. I will most likely read them if I’m correct in this hypothesis!
Was this the best writing ever? No. But was it super cute and a good story? Yes. I do believe this is a debut author, so the writing was fine all things considered. (I could be totally wrong in saying that.)
I really enjoyed the characters but at points I became frustrated with them by their interactions. And even though sometimes I was like ehhh that dialogue didn’t seem natural, it didn’t inhibit my ability to immerse myself in the minds and lives of the MCs. I did really enjoy this story!
It also seemed like the author was setting up certain side characters to have their own love story kind of like Tessa Bailey did in It Happened One Summer and Hook, Line, and Sinker. I will most likely read them if I’m correct in this hypothesis!
rachels_reads1203's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
So fun and funny! Great debut Taylor 👏
mrs_jarowhiskey2's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
goodeyreads's review
fast-paced
3.0
CUTE.
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I enjoyed this one! It had a cute You’ve Got Mail-esque plot with some decent main characters. I adored the bookstore set-up and the forced proximity. There’s a very fast tempo to the story so if you’re looking for a sweet rom-com to read in a day, this could be it!
The insta-love was a bit of a struggle for me. I think pacing + insta was where it lost me. I have read books where insta-connections work, this though, fell flat. I wanted more depth from the main characters (praises for dual POV at least!). Trying to add in hard backgrounds + everything happening in present time + the romance was a tricky combination that didn’t always succeed.
There is a miscommunication trope here too. It isn’t over the top dramatic but I know this is a controversial trope to use so I figured I’d mention it. I liked the charming moments and the second chance these two took at love. The kissing scenes were nice and swoony and I think book two has the potential to be even better.
Overall audience notes:
- Contemporary Romance
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Trigger/Content Warnings: loss of a mother (recounted)
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I enjoyed this one! It had a cute You’ve Got Mail-esque plot with some decent main characters. I adored the bookstore set-up and the forced proximity. There’s a very fast tempo to the story so if you’re looking for a sweet rom-com to read in a day, this could be it!
The insta-love was a bit of a struggle for me. I think pacing + insta was where it lost me. I have read books where insta-connections work, this though, fell flat. I wanted more depth from the main characters (praises for dual POV at least!). Trying to add in hard backgrounds + everything happening in present time + the romance was a tricky combination that didn’t always succeed.
There is a miscommunication trope here too. It isn’t over the top dramatic but I know this is a controversial trope to use so I figured I’d mention it. I liked the charming moments and the second chance these two took at love. The kissing scenes were nice and swoony and I think book two has the potential to be even better.
Overall audience notes:
- Contemporary Romance
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Trigger/Content Warnings: loss of a mother (recounted)