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sisitttyo15's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Spoiler alert!!!
I don't even know where to start, this book was heartbreaking mess.
I never readed book that got me that emotional and angry than this one.
When the author said listen to her warning, she was fucking serious. Book two is even more emotional then the first one.
The way this characters made me feel is beyond me. I was left confused, angry, heartbroken and happy at the same time. Words can't describe how i feel right know, but one thing i know, I'm glad the book is over. I never ever felt more relieved then when i readed their epilouge and the two words "the end". Don't get me wrong, it's not like i didn't like the book it's the emotions i feeled while reading and the relief that washed over me when everything miserable in their life was over.
Never in my life would i guess that fictional characters actions would make me SO angry especially Rain one of the mmc. I was so so angry at him but at same time emphasized with him, but what he did to River was beyond me and i must say his groveling wasn't enough for me. I connected with River in the first book right away even with his snarky comments i know how it feels when someone suddenly doesn't like you for whatever reason in his perspective it's his sexuality. River was different person the second book and i feeled the pain from him radiating. Rain, Rain, Rain what to do with him. He left me heartbroken and disappointed at the same time. I know his trauma and i feel his pain that doesn't excuse the fact that he implied pain on River. From this is really know that I have "Love/hate" relationship with Rain's character, i was so angry at him almost the entire book especially with the shit he pulled with Roman.
And then there's Roman who is officially on my shit list right when he sexually assaulted River who was i must say out of his mind hight as fuck. It's not like he raped him or anything but it was assault regardless and i was more angry that Rain didn't do shit, he was standing there frozen like an idiot. That was the chapter when I knew Roman was going to be big problem. Every time Roman was in the chapter he manege to pissed me off with his words and actions. I never felt more hatred towards a character. I didn't even pity him for his one sided love towards his "best friend" because he could stayed the night everything happened instead he choosed to left him in the most critical and confusing part of his life right after he kissed him. Like who does that?? And then when Rain needs his help after four year's of no contact you would say he moved on, but no instead he's being total dick to River. The way this man is delusional is laughable. And don't even let me started on how selfish that motherfucker is, the things he thinked when River was shot?? Discusting.
I'm still kinda wrecking bell whith pent up anger,why i must torture myself with this kind of books i don't know, but in the end everything is how it should be and I'm glad they got their happy ending.
I don't even know where to start, this book was heartbreaking mess.
I never readed book that got me that emotional and angry than this one.
When the author said listen to her warning, she was fucking serious. Book two is even more emotional then the first one.
The way this characters made me feel is beyond me. I was left confused, angry, heartbroken and happy at the same time. Words can't describe how i feel right know, but one thing i know, I'm glad the book is over. I never ever felt more relieved then when i readed their epilouge and the two words "the end". Don't get me wrong, it's not like i didn't like the book it's the emotions i feeled while reading and the relief that washed over me when everything miserable in their life was over.
Never in my life would i guess that fictional characters actions would make me SO angry especially Rain one of the mmc. I was so so angry at him but at same time emphasized with him, but what he did to River was beyond me and i must say his groveling wasn't enough for me. I connected with River in the first book right away even with his snarky comments i know how it feels when someone suddenly doesn't like you for whatever reason in his perspective it's his sexuality. River was different person the second book and i feeled the pain from him radiating. Rain, Rain, Rain what to do with him. He left me heartbroken and disappointed at the same time. I know his trauma and i feel his pain that doesn't excuse the fact that he implied pain on River. From this is really know that I have "Love/hate" relationship with Rain's character, i was so angry at him almost the entire book especially with the shit he pulled with Roman.
And then there's Roman who is officially on my shit list right when he sexually assaulted River who was i must say out of his mind hight as fuck. It's not like he raped him or anything but it was assault regardless and i was more angry that Rain didn't do shit, he was standing there frozen like an idiot. That was the chapter when I knew Roman was going to be big problem. Every time Roman was in the chapter he manege to pissed me off with his words and actions. I never felt more hatred towards a character. I didn't even pity him for his one sided love towards his "best friend" because he could stayed the night everything happened instead he choosed to left him in the most critical and confusing part of his life right after he kissed him. Like who does that?? And then when Rain needs his help after four year's of no contact you would say he moved on, but no instead he's being total dick to River. The way this man is delusional is laughable. And don't even let me started on how selfish that motherfucker is, the things he thinked when River was shot?? Discusting.
I'm still kinda wrecking bell whith pent up anger,why i must torture myself with this kind of books i don't know, but in the end everything is how it should be and I'm glad they got their happy ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Emotional abuse, Sexual harassment, Toxic relationship, Mental illness, Suicide attempt, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Addiction, Biphobia, Child abuse, Death, Drug use, Gaslighting, Homophobia, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Death and Gun violence
madscientistcat's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I honestly don’t know what to do with this book. The first book was sports/angsty dark then suddenly we’re in some deeply unbelievable secret society thing with absolutely wild coincidences around every corner. I feel like “jumped the shark” is the simplest way to summarize. There are also so many plot holes and mistakes that I kept getting pulled out of the story. The draw of the author’s writing is so good and intense though. I really cared how these two absolute fools were going to figure their shit out even though half of it made no sense 😂
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Stalking, Sexual content, Mental illness, Medical content, Violence, Murder, Sexual assault, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, Alcohol, Cursing, and Gun violence
Moderate: Rape
Minor: Adult/minor relationship
queen21's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Blood, Biphobia, Child abuse, Drug use, Mental illness, Addiction, and Abandonment
Moderate: Rape, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Stalking, Toxic relationship, Sexual assault, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Toxic relationship, Sexual assault, Trafficking, and Vomit
rachelmaereads's review
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Sexual assault, Incest, and Rape
jennybuysbooks's review
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was enjoyable but the story was just really wild and far fetched. I know that is some people’s jam, but it pulls me out. I also don’t think the writing is as good as other books I’ve read by the author. I also think the blanket trigger warning to avoid spoilers by the author is kind of bullshit.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Sexual violence, Sexual assault, and Rape
wilder's review
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
2.25 / 5
Initially, I was going to rate After Rain Falls by C.E. Ricci a little higher, but now that it's been a few days, I honestly can't even remember 75% of this book.
I will say, I enjoyed it more than book one. A lot of the issues I had in book one weren't present in this... but unfortunately, a lot of new issues arose in this for me that really hindered my enjoyment.
To start positive: the scene where Rain is painting on River's back? So sweet. That entire chapter was lovely actually. I wish moments like this were more present in these books, I'd have enjoyed my time a lot more.
The things I didn't enjoy: the miscommunication trope. Dear god. 350 out of the 440 pages are miscommunication. I am not joking. That's the MAJORITY of the plot. As a reader, this choice always feels like a cop-out and character assassinates your own love interests. A liiittle bit of miscommunication is fine and realistic - for it to be this ridiculous is insane... and it was for nothing! The lying by Rain to protect River literally doesn't even matter because he ends up being stupid and putting River in danger anyway like 5 times! Gaaawwwddd.
After spending 900 pages with these characters, I was hoping to fall in love with them like others have, but it just didn't happen. I can't even say I enjoyed the ride because for half the 900 pages I was bored. There were highlights, but those were quickly overshadowed by obnoxious writing choices. I know Ricci wanted to paint a toxic relationship and sure, she succeeded, but as someone who loves a toxic relationship in books, I came out at the end feeling disappointed.
Initially, I was going to rate After Rain Falls by C.E. Ricci a little higher, but now that it's been a few days, I honestly can't even remember 75% of this book.
I will say, I enjoyed it more than book one. A lot of the issues I had in book one weren't present in this... but unfortunately, a lot of new issues arose in this for me that really hindered my enjoyment.
The things I didn't enjoy: the miscommunication trope. Dear god. 350 out of the 440 pages are miscommunication. I am not joking. That's the MAJORITY of the plot. As a reader, this choice always feels like a cop-out and character assassinates your own love interests. A liiittle bit of miscommunication is fine and realistic - for it to be this ridiculous is insane... and it was for nothing! The lying by Rain to protect River literally doesn't even matter because he ends up being stupid and putting River in danger anyway like 5 times! Gaaawwwddd.
After spending 900 pages with these characters, I was hoping to fall in love with them like others have, but it just didn't happen. I can't even say I enjoyed the ride because for half the 900 pages I was bored. There were highlights, but those were quickly overshadowed by obnoxious writing choices. I know Ricci wanted to paint a toxic relationship and sure, she succeeded, but as someone who loves a toxic relationship in books, I came out at the end feeling disappointed.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Gun violence, Homophobia, Rape, and Sexual violence
brim010's review
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
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
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape and Child abuse
Moderate: Drug abuse
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