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dmaried0424's review against another edition
dark
emotional
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
Phoenix f’ing Walker😮💨🥵.
I’ve read many of the reviews around this book and honestly many of them I feel scanned the book and didn’t take into account the beautiful writing and storyline. I absolutely fell in love with this entire book. It had me caught, hook, line, and sinker. Not only did it take two main characters who had flaws and grew up in two different lifestyles, but also validated that forgiveness isn’t a straight line when it comes to something you care so deeply about. This being said do I feel like the forgiveness was pulled out longer than what it needed to be, absolutely but do I hate the FMC for it, not at all because she is entitled to her feelings. Phoenix was completely in the wrong for stealing her song however what I don’t think many people realize is, he was raised by his abusive father who didn’t teach him right from wrong and he never experienced love or care before Lennon. Do I believe that Lennon would have gave him the song had he asked??? Yes absolutely she loved him so much. I just hated that it took so long for her to forgive him. Then once she did, I felt like the story line sped up so fast I nor the characters were able to bask in the happily ever after. I also would’ve loved a longer epilogue. I wanted him to be forgiven by the world. I wanted his thoughts and to know the conversation he and Lennon had when the article/ interview was released stating that he and Lennon wrote it together.
While Phoenix was the hot rockstar that we all dream of having, he came from a terrible childhood. Meanwhile, Lennon came from a great childhood but was bullied for her weight and had a heart of gold but forgiveness was not one of her strong suits. Phoenix still loved her despite her weight and still loved her when she lost weight. Many reviews felt like it wasn’t embracing plus sized girlies but the thing is Lennon lost weight because she was using food as a coping mechanism and acknowledged she wanted to improve herself for herself. She didn’t do it for anyone else. Overall, I enjoyed the book sooo much and just wish I would’ve gotten the ending I wanted.
I’ve read many of the reviews around this book and honestly many of them I feel scanned the book and didn’t take into account the beautiful writing and storyline. I absolutely fell in love with this entire book. It had me caught, hook, line, and sinker. Not only did it take two main characters who had flaws and grew up in two different lifestyles, but also validated that forgiveness isn’t a straight line when it comes to something you care so deeply about. This being said do I feel like the forgiveness was pulled out longer than what it needed to be, absolutely but do I hate the FMC for it, not at all because she is entitled to her feelings. Phoenix was completely in the wrong for stealing her song however what I don’t think many people realize is, he was raised by his abusive father who didn’t teach him right from wrong and he never experienced love or care before Lennon. Do I believe that Lennon would have gave him the song had he asked??? Yes absolutely she loved him so much. I just hated that it took so long for her to forgive him. Then once she did, I felt like the story line sped up so fast I nor the characters were able to bask in the happily ever after. I also would’ve loved a longer epilogue. I wanted him to be forgiven by the world. I wanted his thoughts and to know the conversation he and Lennon had when the article/ interview was released stating that he and Lennon wrote it together.
While Phoenix was the hot rockstar that we all dream of having, he came from a terrible childhood. Meanwhile, Lennon came from a great childhood but was bullied for her weight and had a heart of gold but forgiveness was not one of her strong suits. Phoenix still loved her despite her weight and still loved her when she lost weight. Many reviews felt like it wasn’t embracing plus sized girlies but the thing is Lennon lost weight because she was using food as a coping mechanism and acknowledged she wanted to improve herself for herself. She didn’t do it for anyone else. Overall, I enjoyed the book sooo much and just wish I would’ve gotten the ending I wanted.
shadowkiss86's review against another edition
5.0
I was in a book slump and and my coworker recommended me this book. I was addicted to Lennon and Phoenix's story from the start.
I could relate to Lennon with the high school bullies, the self esteem issues and and the scars that all of that can leave behind even when we are now adults. I am not normally into rock star romances but I just loved the characters in this book and cannot wait to read Skylar and Memphis's story.
Phoenix as a the leading man was a roller coaster for me. In the beginning I was rooting for him. In the middle he was getting on my nerves but by the end I fell in love with him and was so proud of how he turned out.
I don't want to give any spoilers because I really think this book was so worth the read and it makes me want to read more from the author, Ashley Jade.
In regards to the spice, it was hot and spicy. The chemistry between Lennon and Phoenix was intense and the enemy to lovers aspect added to it. Sex after fighting is always good thing... hahaha.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves romance and advise them that it is a rollercoaster of emotions.
I could relate to Lennon with the high school bullies, the self esteem issues and and the scars that all of that can leave behind even when we are now adults. I am not normally into rock star romances but I just loved the characters in this book and cannot wait to read Skylar and Memphis's story.
Phoenix as a the leading man was a roller coaster for me. In the beginning I was rooting for him. In the middle he was getting on my nerves but by the end I fell in love with him and was so proud of how he turned out.
I don't want to give any spoilers because I really think this book was so worth the read and it makes me want to read more from the author, Ashley Jade.
In regards to the spice, it was hot and spicy. The chemistry between Lennon and Phoenix was intense and the enemy to lovers aspect added to it. Sex after fighting is always good thing... hahaha.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves romance and advise them that it is a rollercoaster of emotions.
lvladison's review against another edition
5.0
THE BEST contemporary romance I’ve read. I laughed, I cried (A LOT), I loved every second of it. The many plot lines just weaved into an incredible story about love, loss, grief, and learning to love yourself. Wow. Just wow.
karinakashima's review against another edition
3.0
3,5 ⭐️ eu não conseguia parar de ler depois dos 20% mas como sempre é um romance contemporâneo NÃO PRECISA SER TÆO LONGO NUNCA.
lailailai's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
sage3's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Ok nomchhhh
Pretty good
A wonderful respite from the dismal situations I have been finding myself in
Idk if I should start the Skylar and Memphis book now tho bc the second half is coming out in august and I’m just gonna forget everything that happens
But I’m also gonna have forgotten all the characters by August anyways
Anywho not bad
Idk what to say
Idk why the author was so adamant about no Quinn and Storm book when she set it up
Like ok do what you will but why set them up like that
Pretty good
A wonderful respite from the dismal situations I have been finding myself in
Idk if I should start the Skylar and Memphis book now tho bc the second half is coming out in august and I’m just gonna forget everything that happens
But I’m also gonna have forgotten all the characters by August anyways
Anywho not bad
Idk what to say
Idk why the author was so adamant about no Quinn and Storm book when she set it up
Like ok do what you will but why set them up like that
brittanyb_0615's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
marissabrake's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
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
4.75