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ambercunningham's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Medical content, Grief, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Sexual content, Terminal illness, and Vomit
Minor: Miscarriage and Abortion
jourdanicus's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Ok wow. I am very childfree so I really didn't expect to like this book, honestly? I heard it described in a podcast though and based on the way the host talked about it, it sounded like it would fit my interests somewhat because friends to lovers is my favorite trope.
And this worked for me! Of course pregnancy and having a child was a central part of the plot, but I loved that Eve still got to be her own person AND have conflicted feelings about pregnancy. Even though I can't relate to ultimately ending up wanting a pregnancy/child, like... My life would be boring if I only ever read books with characters to whom I could relate perfectly. So, I thought the pregnancy theme was written really well for readers of any lifestyle.
The best part for me was the semi-slow burn (NOT boringly slow) friends to lovers element. I CAN highly relate to that trope in my own life, and it's one of my favorites in fiction. For others, there may not be enough conflict, but I love when characters are kind to each other and want to work things out but aren't afraid to lovingly call each other out on their flaws. That's what I got here.
Finally, the intimacy was also a bit slow-burning, and I tend to like my characters to have sex early and often đ but there was more than enough going on in the story that I didn't feel like I needed that here. Eve had other things to work out, and the pacing and balance of the romance with the other themes was really well-done. When sex finally appeared on the page, it was REALLY good. đ„”đ§đ„°
This ended up being my most surprising 5 star read so far this year!
Edited to add: idk how I could forget to mention how great the narrator was. Probably one of the most expressive audiobook narrators I've listened to. I hope to find more of their work!
And this worked for me! Of course pregnancy and having a child was a central part of the plot, but I loved that Eve still got to be her own person AND have conflicted feelings about pregnancy. Even though I can't relate to ultimately ending up wanting a pregnancy/child, like... My life would be boring if I only ever read books with characters to whom I could relate perfectly. So, I thought the pregnancy theme was written really well for readers of any lifestyle.
The best part for me was the semi-slow burn (NOT boringly slow) friends to lovers element. I CAN highly relate to that trope in my own life, and it's one of my favorites in fiction. For others, there may not be enough conflict, but I love when characters are kind to each other and want to work things out but aren't afraid to lovingly call each other out on their flaws. That's what I got here.
Finally, the intimacy was also a bit slow-burning, and I tend to like my characters to have sex early and often đ but there was more than enough going on in the story that I didn't feel like I needed that here. Eve had other things to work out, and the pacing and balance of the romance with the other themes was really well-done. When sex finally appeared on the page, it was REALLY good. đ„”đ§đ„°
This ended up being my most surprising 5 star read so far this year!
Edited to add: idk how I could forget to mention how great the narrator was. Probably one of the most expressive audiobook narrators I've listened to. I hope to find more of their work!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Pregnancy
Moderate: Infertility, Vomit, Medical content, and Grief
Minor: Death of parent
immovabletype's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Infertility, Sexual content, Medical content, Grief, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Cancer, Miscarriage, Toxic relationship, and Vomit
Minor: Misogyny, Abortion, and Alcohol
jazzy_t's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Such a heartwarming book! I loved it, perfect happy, romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy
Moderate: Infertility and Miscarriage
Minor: Vomit
juanat77's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Cursing, Death, Infertility, Miscarriage, Sexual content, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Vomit, Medical content, Grief, Abortion, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
beccaand's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.5
I have never felt more seen by a line from a book than this one: "Everybody had better stop touching me or I'm going to start spin-kicking well-meaning men."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Medical content, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Infertility, Vomit, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Miscarriage
thespinystacks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy
Moderate: Vomit, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Minor: Miscarriage
morganewg's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Pregnancy, and Alcohol
Moderate: Vomit and Death of parent
Minor: Infertility and Miscarriage
A beautiful love letter to the baffling journey that is pregnancy and the ways in which it changes you, your life, and how you view the world. You root for Eve as she grows in character as well as belly size and end up loving everyone in the story.ebroeffle's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Pregnancy
Moderate: Infertility, Miscarriage, and Sexual content
Minor: Vomit
savvyrosereads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Rating: 3.5/5 stars
Eve unexpectedly becomes pregnant after a one night stand, leading to tension with her best friend and a surprise attraction with said best friendâs brother.
I should start by saying that I rarely read the surprise pregnancy trope, I never particularly expect to enjoy the surprise pregnancy trope, and I read this only because I needed that exact trope for a book bingo I was completing. I recognize thatâs not the ideal mindset to go into a book with, and I think if youâre a fan of this trope (or even just more open to it) you may really enjoy this one!
I spent most of this book frustrated with Eve and her decision making (or lack thereof), and was a little bit bored in the middle, particularly because this is a VERY slow burn that doesnât really feel romance-focused at all until the last third or so. That said, I LOVED the MMC Shep, and he was what generally saved and redeemed the book for me, making it a generally enjoyable read (even though not a favorite). In fact, he redeemed it so much that I probably would have given this 4 stars if it wasnât for the ending, which really really bugged me.
In short, if this sounds good to you, I would recommend it! I know some people who have loved it and I think that those who have been pregnant might particularly get a lot out of it. But, I donât think I was the ideal target audience for a lot of different reasons, so just an âokayâ read for me overall.
CW: Infertility/miscarriage; pregnancy; death of parent; grief
Eve unexpectedly becomes pregnant after a one night stand, leading to tension with her best friend and a surprise attraction with said best friendâs brother.
I should start by saying that I rarely read the surprise pregnancy trope, I never particularly expect to enjoy the surprise pregnancy trope, and I read this only because I needed that exact trope for a book bingo I was completing. I recognize thatâs not the ideal mindset to go into a book with, and I think if youâre a fan of this trope (or even just more open to it) you may really enjoy this one!
I spent most of this book frustrated with Eve and her decision making (or lack thereof), and was a little bit bored in the middle, particularly because this is a VERY slow burn that doesnât really feel romance-focused at all until the last third or so. That said, I LOVED the MMC Shep, and he was what generally saved and redeemed the book for me, making it a generally enjoyable read (even though not a favorite). In fact, he redeemed it so much that I probably would have given this 4 stars if it wasnât for the ending, which really really bugged me.
In short, if this sounds good to you, I would recommend it! I know some people who have loved it and I think that those who have been pregnant might particularly get a lot out of it. But, I donât think I was the ideal target audience for a lot of different reasons, so just an âokayâ read for me overall.
CW: Infertility/miscarriage; pregnancy; death of parent; grief
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Miscarriage, Vomit, Grief, Death of parent, and Pregnancy