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danireadsthings's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
If I could give this book ten stars I would.
Kate is a master of measured emotional pacing, creating characters with beating hearts and situations that feel true to life and never contrived.
The characters felt raw and real, showing all the complexity of their frayed edges and best efforts and shortcomings and strengths.
The FMC Jess refers to their group as a four points of a compass, and truly the supporting characters were just as integral as the MCs.
This isn't just a romance. It's a family drama, a mystery, and an emotional reckoning.
With every book Kate has written I've been astounded at her ability to write characters that feel layered and true, and this book shows how she continues to hone and master her craft.
Kate is a master of measured emotional pacing, creating characters with beating hearts and situations that feel true to life and never contrived.
The characters felt raw and real, showing all the complexity of their frayed edges and best efforts and shortcomings and strengths.
The FMC Jess refers to their group as a four points of a compass, and truly the supporting characters were just as integral as the MCs.
This isn't just a romance. It's a family drama, a mystery, and an emotional reckoning.
With every book Kate has written I've been astounded at her ability to write characters that feel layered and true, and this book shows how she continues to hone and master her craft.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Cancer, Suicide, and Mental illness
catsandmetaphors's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment and Sexual content
Minor: Cancer
emslitlibrary's review
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND THIS IS MY PERSONALITY NOW (aka ♾️⭐️)
I knew within the first couple of chapters of reading this that I was going to love it. It’s hard to describe when a book just speaks to something in you that is bone-deep but I just instantly knew this would be a longtime favorite.
I absolutely loved everything in this book. The writing, characters, and relationship development was all beautiful and there was humor & wit laced in where you least expected it. The mystery aspect of it served as a vehicle to bring the characters together but also added in a layer of intrigue that kept the story fresh and interesting.
I relate so much to black cat heroines and when you get a hero who understands just somehow KNOWS how to become a soft and gentle place for her to land? It’s exquisite. Adam is protective but doesn’t overstep and his POV was filled with some of the most soft & romantic notions you could imagine.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Cancer, Death, and Mental illness
sacrill's review
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment and Mental illness
Minor: Cancer
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