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imds's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Infidelity, Sexual assault, Stalking, Toxic friendship, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Mental illness, Vomit, Alcoholism, Car accident, Child abuse, Classism, Confinement, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Eating disorder
jennp28's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
5.0
I loved this book. It was somehow a perfect mix of romantic and ridiculous, a romp of a road trip and a quiet yearning for another person. I was invested in the characters and their story right away. High marks for the audiobook narrators too.
Song accompaniment: When You’re Gone by Shawn Mendes.
Song accompaniment: When You’re Gone by Shawn Mendes.
Moderate: Alcoholism, Sexual assault, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Homophobia, Car accident, Stalking, Confinement, and Drug use
samchase112's review against another edition
dark
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Beth O'Leary delivers another stunning, emotional romance with this incredible story of second chances and growth. There were some truly dark moments here — Marcus's entire character was very difficult to handle, often — alongside the traditional lighthearted moments of road trip arcs. I found myself flying through this one, which I think was due to the structure: short chapters and well-timed flashbacks. The entire journey was well-written and well-earned. This is certainly a book which will stay with me for a while.
Graphic: Toxic friendship, Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, and Rape
Moderate: Alcoholism, Cursing, Confinement, and Stalking
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