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brownreadsbooks's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
d_hryniuk's review against another edition
4.0
The story starts with a man about to jump off a bridge, and Tallie, a therapist, rushes to stop him. After succeeding, she offers him a comforting cup of coffee and takes on the mission of saving him from whatever led him to think about suicide.
Getting to know Tallie better was enjoyable. If I were seeking a therapist, I'd definitely consider her. I can relate to her love of all things cosy so it would be very alluring. But what bothered me was that she didn't have a therapist herself. Therapists should also care for their mental well-being to avoid passing on their issues to clients. Maybe the whole situation with Emmett wouldn't have happened if she talked about her problems with another therapist.
Some of her decisions were a bit hard to understand. I think her own mental state and not having a therapist contributed to these less wise choices.
Overall, I really liked the story. I cared about the characters, and the unexpected revelation later in the book caught my interest. The ending left me a bit unsure about my feelings,. However, looking back a week after finishing, I feel satisfied with the ending. It seems like a healthier and more realistic way to conclude the story.
Getting to know Tallie better was enjoyable. If I were seeking a therapist, I'd definitely consider her. I can relate to her love of all things cosy so it would be very alluring. But what bothered me was that she didn't have a therapist herself. Therapists should also care for their mental well-being to avoid passing on their issues to clients. Maybe the whole situation with Emmett wouldn't have happened if she talked about her problems with another therapist.
Some of her decisions were a bit hard to understand. I think her own mental state and not having a therapist contributed to these less wise choices.
Overall, I really liked the story. I cared about the characters, and the unexpected revelation later in the book caught my interest. The ending left me a bit unsure about my feelings,
Spoiler
torn between Rye and Nicoshadowling's review against another edition
1.0
Honestly, I don't have a lot to say about this book. I didn't like the writing style, the attempt at a story, or the characters. The story was pretty immature and unbelievable. Don't take my word for it though, many people seem to love it for some reason.
ivywitch's review against another edition
dark
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
marssirama's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
4.25
ciewash416's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
slow-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
3.25
Ugh this was hard. It felt really slow. Maybe I’m more of a plot person and that’s why this read was hard. But the fact that the story mainly happened in one room for a weekend felt boring to me. The character were complex but also annoying because of the lies they told each other. By the end of it I was just ready to be done with the book. The romance was a slloooowwww burn. Interesting concept but not my fav execution
robertavaznyte's review against another edition
2.0
Summary.
Tallie, who is a therapist (how convenient) sees a young man on the bridge, planning to commit suicide. She stops and saves him, and ends up bringing him home. They spend a weekend together talking about feelings and there is a lot and bonding happening. Once-in-lifetime connection blooms between the characters. But the shade of lies and tragedy looms in the background.
My opinion (with mild spoilers):
The most predictable book I have read in a long time. Everything you think might happen will happen. There are no unforeseen or impactful twists. There are no shocking moments that will make you gasp and say - "I have not seen this coming." Because you definitely have seen this coming. Yet, I give it three stars because it was so easy to read, and in the end; it was a kind of cute story.
Truth be told, that is a disturbing fact on its own. Why? Because this book uses mental health illnesses as petrol for this story's engine. The book mentions depression and suicidal actions frequently. And the author made it cute, huh? I am not mad about it. Though, I believe this could have been handled more carefully and sensitively.
The author tried to write a book that does not romanticize mental health illness, but she did exactly that. Emmet seems like a perfect man, who cooks, talks, and cares, and oh, how handsome he is as well. Tallie, an educated therapist, continuously tries to analyze his mind and illness, thinks of the ways to help him, and then in the next line, she is drooling over his physique and imagines herself having sex with him.
And now I think maybe it was not so cute after all...
Tallie, who is a therapist (how convenient) sees a young man on the bridge, planning to commit suicide. She stops and saves him, and ends up bringing him home. They spend a weekend together talking about feelings and there is a lot and bonding happening. Once-in-lifetime connection blooms between the characters. But the shade of lies and tragedy looms in the background.
My opinion (with mild spoilers):
The most predictable book I have read in a long time. Everything you think might happen will happen. There are no unforeseen or impactful twists. There are no shocking moments that will make you gasp and say - "I have not seen this coming." Because you definitely have seen this coming. Yet, I give it three stars because it was so easy to read, and in the end; it was a kind of cute story.
Truth be told, that is a disturbing fact on its own. Why? Because this book uses mental health illnesses as petrol for this story's engine. The book mentions depression and suicidal actions frequently. And the author made it cute, huh? I am not mad about it. Though, I believe this could have been handled more carefully and sensitively.
The author tried to write a book that does not romanticize mental health illness, but she did exactly that. Emmet seems like a perfect man, who cooks, talks, and cares, and oh, how handsome he is as well. Tallie, an educated therapist, continuously tries to analyze his mind and illness, thinks of the ways to help him, and then in the next line, she is drooling over his physique and imagines herself having sex with him.
And now I think maybe it was not so cute after all...
clairewilsonleeds's review against another edition
1.0
The title is an accurate description of the book's quality. This is supposed to be about a 40 year old woman with a therapy qualification, but she seems to have the mental capacity and maturity of a 15 year old. So sappy, and then towards the end I just got annoyed - nothing interesting actually happens - the 'twist' is predictable and irritating.
cyndi1966's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Mental illness, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Grief, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Death and Infidelity
Minor: Child death, Fire/Fire injury, and Alcohol