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cooper_reads_books's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
3.0
naomi_branham's review
3.0
Brendan starts having panic attacks and is not doing well with his mental health. His company steps in to send him to treatment. He gets Dirk as his therapist who is to transport him to treatment in New Mexico. Things don't go exactly as planned. I liked the connection that Brendan and Dirk form even though it is fast. I would have liked to see this one be a bit longer and have their story play out a bit more even though we know where it's headed.
tclinrow's review
emotional
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
4.0
kaje_harper's review
4.0
This book starts out fast and funny, as main character Brendan makes his way through an art fair trying hard not to look at any of the nude portraits of his famous mother. Brendan is somewhat self-absorbed but life takes care of that pretty quickly. I liked the fact that his PTSD was neither made overwhelmingly angsty, nor just a plot device to be conveniently healed by the power of true love. Dirk as his self-recusing therapist, was sweet and very hot, and an endearing mix of youth and brains. I didn't fall deeply in love with the MC's but I was cheering for them by the end, and it was an enjoyable road trip to get there.
hypnoticx's review
4.0
Damn, I thought the first book in the series was amazing but this one was just as perfect! I loved Brendans appearance in the first book so was looking forward to his story and it was amazing. There is so much emotion, passion and pure intimacy in this book which is very different to the first. As Brendans goes through a tragic event at the start which majorly affects him and its no surprise why.
I feel like this story handled his ptsd, panic attacks and general situation incredibly well with every scene. Truly showed how its not just a quick fix and how the simplest of things can have a huge affect, such as sounds and scenery everything has an impact. Also his memories and ways of coping with it, how he reacts to those around him is all done in this tragic and emotional but truthful way.
While there is plenty of romance here, it's definitely a story of recovery and working towards a better future in so many ways. Dirk is wonderful, his not perfect and yet he is for Brendan. These two go together in the best way, they're both so full of humor and passion.
The cowboy moments, plane ride, balcony, car journey, the restaurent, shopping, hotel, bathroom and horse ride not forgetting the dancing. Just all their interactions are so powerful and beautiful. I feel like they helped each other and gave the push they needed to try something new, Brenden with his therapy and Dirk with his job.
I loved this story so much from start to finish and adored that we also got to see Toby and Evan again, because they're hilarious and so sweet. Oh and I adore the twins mother Morgan she is amazing! Cam is pretty great too.
Overall I had a lot of fun and it has a lovely happy ending for everyone xx
I feel like this story handled his ptsd, panic attacks and general situation incredibly well with every scene. Truly showed how its not just a quick fix and how the simplest of things can have a huge affect, such as sounds and scenery everything has an impact. Also his memories and ways of coping with it, how he reacts to those around him is all done in this tragic and emotional but truthful way.
While there is plenty of romance here, it's definitely a story of recovery and working towards a better future in so many ways. Dirk is wonderful, his not perfect and yet he is for Brendan. These two go together in the best way, they're both so full of humor and passion.
The cowboy moments, plane ride, balcony, car journey, the restaurent, shopping, hotel, bathroom and horse ride not forgetting the dancing. Just all their interactions are so powerful and beautiful. I feel like they helped each other and gave the push they needed to try something new, Brenden with his therapy and Dirk with his job.
I loved this story so much from start to finish and adored that we also got to see Toby and Evan again, because they're hilarious and so sweet. Oh and I adore the twins mother Morgan she is amazing! Cam is pretty great too.
Overall I had a lot of fun and it has a lovely happy ending for everyone xx
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