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Out On a Limb by Hannah Bonam-Young

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lit_with_lauren's review against another edition

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5.0


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grace33's review

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challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0


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jennireadsmaybe's review

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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? Yes
My most favorite HBY by far!! Out on a Limb is an absolute treasure (arrrrr!). I know that this surprise pregnancy took the romance world by storm when it came out, and it's so deserved!! This book taught me more about loving others and what that looks like in any relationship. 

Win, the fmc, has a limb difference like HBY. HBY shares her raw and honest thoughts in an author's note before the book and it makes the story that much more special. Win's journey to motherhood may not look like what we're used to in romance but it's important and necessary that it gets to take up space on shelves around the world. I love her so much! She's laugh-out-loud funny, compassionate, and the kind of character that I wish was real so I could have her in my life. 

The people were right when they said Bo is the perfect book boyfriend. Ha! Everything he does proves just how much he loves Win. From splitting finances equitably, to constantly surprising her with not-so-wanted but necessary expensive gifts. He's a sweet man with a huge heart (and other things ;)). A romance that's all about being chosen by the person you love. I will be screaming about this from the rooftops for the remainder of my life. Everyone should read it! 

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bekacrook's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful reflective medium-paced
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  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I absolutely loved this book. The characters felt real, they were funny and honest and dealt with what was going on in a way that felt realistic for them when you learned their backstories. The development of their relationship was so natural and it really felt like they belonged to each other and with each other in such a healthy way. They communicated so well and so honestly, even when it was tricky. They wanted the best for each other and encouraged and supported each others goals. I just loved them and how they interacted, they had great banter back and forth while still being caring and kind and pretty selfless. The writing of Win and Bo was just fantastic, it really was integral to the story and got me fully invested in them. 

Hannah Bonam-Young has a great writing style, it makes the story easy to follow and lovely to read. 

Also the epilogue of this story was absolutely perfect for the characters. 

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jassieex's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted 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? It's complicated

4.0


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sdupont's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted medium-paced
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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This book is fantastic! Honestly criminal of me to have waited this long before reading it. I absolutely loved Win and Bo. They are just two of the most tender and sweet souls who clearly were meant to find each other. They find such small (and big) ways to support each other and show they care. Bo is so honest and vulnerable it hurts. He equal parts makes me want to wrap him up in a hug and have him take care of me. Win is so strong I appreciate her evolution throughout the story. I can’t even be mad that this book wasn’t dual POV because I think Bo’s would’ve made me spontaneously combust. Honorable mention to Sarah, may we all be lucky to have a friend like her. Also, it needs to be said this book offers up excellent banter you will laugh out loud and some quality spicy scenes. This book is an absolutely must read!

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vanesst's review

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adventurous lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

3.5


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kb33's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0


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ivi_reads_books's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

The most down-to-earth romance novel I have read in a while!

The characters are relatable and loveable. I maybe wouldn't even call this a romance novel. It was more about 
the accidental pregnancy and how to tackle their future of co-parenting
in a realistic way. Except, of course, the male lead is very tall, rich and a little overbearing which fits the romance stereotype.

The main charachters are very verbal in the bedroom. You've been warned

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levzies's review

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funny hopeful slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.25

4.2 ✨
2 🌶️

Audiobook - Hoopla library 

Pregnancy trope • Golden Retriever • One Night 

Words from hubby - “ This story is so sweet it’s giving me a cavity” ☺️ coming from the back of Chloe Walsh’s Boys of Tommen series I think he was expecting something bad to happen to these two. 

• Drama free
• Couples who communicate 
• Refreshing diversity 
• annoying but cute bff 

Great little pick me up / comfort read if you’re after something sweet! I personally love a dual POV and that would have been perfection for me but honestly it’s not required too (that’s just my own 👌🏻). 

Pregnancy troupe is one that I tend to avoid but I’m slowly coming around to it. Love the representation, the light humor and the communication between this newly navigating couple. It’s refreshing to get uncomplicated stories and characters. 

My first book by Hannah Bonam-Young and I look forward to picking up her other books. 

* Spoiler 
* Minor trigger - death of parent (suicide) 

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