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readswithkae's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
This is how you write a sequel for a book that was originally only supposed to be a standalone. It was so nice to be back with Neil and Rowan and to watch their relationship grow past the whirlwind twenty-four hours that got them together. I've never been in a long-distance relationship, but I have friends who are, and the trials and tribulations Neil and Rowan went through did justice to an LDR and navigating the first year of college.
I've never made it through an RLS book without crying, and this book is no different. I cannot recommend it enough.
I've never made it through an RLS book without crying, and this book is no different. I cannot recommend it enough.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Gaslighting and Emotional abuse
Minor: Vomit
betweentheshelves's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
After falling for each other in just 24 hours, Neil and Rowan are now embarking on a long distance relationship for their first year of college. Rowan finds herself in Boston, ready to write the next great romance novel. Despite finally actually being in love, she can’t seem to find her writing voice.
Neil is in New York, finding himself in a new friend group and settling into college life. But his past keeps haunting him, bringing to light new things about his mental health. Will Neil and Rowan be able to make it work? Or will the first year of college find them growing apart?
Thanks to Simon & Schuster and NetGalley for an advanced copy of Past Present Future to review! Today Tonight Tomorrow was a fun rivals to lovers story, and it’s cool to see how their relationship changes into the future.
This book covers Neil and Rowan’s entire first year at college, and all of their fears and anxieties felt so realistic. A lot of teenagers have so many insecurities going into college, especially when it comes to choosing a major. There’s so much pressure to get it right, and Neil and Rowan definitely feel that throughout the book.
Their relationship also felt pretty realistic to a first year of college relationship. They really hadn’t been dating all that long before going off to college, but they had spent years being rivals. Throughout the story, they have to learn how to communicate; not just because of the distance, but because their relationship also moves into new territory, both physically and emotionally. A lot of the situations they find themselves in will be relatable to teens also moving into college while in a relationship.
In addition to the romance, Neil makes some important discoveries about mental health, and the representation of that felt pretty well done to me. He learns how to cope with it, and Rowan gives him the space to do so.
The side cast of characters is also fantastic; the new people they both meet in college are so fun. If you’re looking for a good romance to start off your summer, definitely check this one out!
Neil is in New York, finding himself in a new friend group and settling into college life. But his past keeps haunting him, bringing to light new things about his mental health. Will Neil and Rowan be able to make it work? Or will the first year of college find them growing apart?
Thanks to Simon & Schuster and NetGalley for an advanced copy of Past Present Future to review! Today Tonight Tomorrow was a fun rivals to lovers story, and it’s cool to see how their relationship changes into the future.
This book covers Neil and Rowan’s entire first year at college, and all of their fears and anxieties felt so realistic. A lot of teenagers have so many insecurities going into college, especially when it comes to choosing a major. There’s so much pressure to get it right, and Neil and Rowan definitely feel that throughout the book.
Their relationship also felt pretty realistic to a first year of college relationship. They really hadn’t been dating all that long before going off to college, but they had spent years being rivals. Throughout the story, they have to learn how to communicate; not just because of the distance, but because their relationship also moves into new territory, both physically and emotionally. A lot of the situations they find themselves in will be relatable to teens also moving into college while in a relationship.
In addition to the romance, Neil makes some important discoveries about mental health, and the representation of that felt pretty well done to me. He learns how to cope with it, and Rowan gives him the space to do so.
The side cast of characters is also fantastic; the new people they both meet in college are so fun. If you’re looking for a good romance to start off your summer, definitely check this one out!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Mental illness, and Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol, Emotional abuse, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Vomit
leahjanespeare's review
5.0
This is not a romance novel per se, but it is a heart-achingly beautiful portrait of young adulthood about two people learning how to stay in love. I keep thinking RLS can't do better and yet she continues to do so with every new book. It's packed with emotion and discovery as Rowan and Neil each gain independence within their relationship and also enter the college scene. As usual, RLS does not shy away from stigmatized topics such as mental health, and she fully captures the open-ended intimidation of new experiences. My only disappointment is that the story had to end.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness and Emotional abuse
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