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Chronic illness rep (MS)
Friends to lovers
I’ve never been “triggered” before…perhaps that’s what this was. Regardless, I'm not upset I gave this book a try. I wish I could finish this book so badly. If you had exchanged MS with any other chronic illness I would have had no problem with this novel. Also a few years from now, I may have no issues with this story line. But right now? I’m not sure I can cope.
12% DNF - Found myself having a pretty huge meltdown over breakfast after starting this book. It’s not really like me to start sobbing over my toast. If anything it's a testament to how well this novel really hit's the mark. For those who haven't experienced medical gaslighting or a chronic illness, it's an accurate look into the experiences of those of us who have.
The 12% I read was wonderful and seemed like it would have been a book I would have gobbled up. If I rate what I read it was easily 4 stars. It’s noticeable that it’s the 4th book in the series, even if stand alone. It made me a little sad that not reading the first 3 meant I had missed out on watching Katie and Dallas’ connection form.
It's clear the author has real life experience with chronic illness, has walked in Katie's shoes and is filled with compassion for her characters and her readers. This was evident when I contacted her to apologise for DNF'ing this novel.
I feel like a jerk. I badgered the author of this book for an ARC copy so I could read it pre-release in time for World MS Day. Now I’m not even able to finish it.
Friends to lovers
I’ve never been “triggered” before…perhaps that’s what this was. Regardless, I'm not upset I gave this book a try. I wish I could finish this book so badly. If you had exchanged MS with any other chronic illness I would have had no problem with this novel. Also a few years from now, I may have no issues with this story line. But right now? I’m not sure I can cope.
12% DNF - Found myself having a pretty huge meltdown over breakfast after starting this book. It’s not really like me to start sobbing over my toast. If anything it's a testament to how well this novel really hit's the mark. For those who haven't experienced medical gaslighting or a chronic illness, it's an accurate look into the experiences of those of us who have.
The 12% I read was wonderful and seemed like it would have been a book I would have gobbled up. If I rate what I read it was easily 4 stars. It’s noticeable that it’s the 4th book in the series, even if stand alone. It made me a little sad that not reading the first 3 meant I had missed out on watching Katie and Dallas’ connection form.
It's clear the author has real life experience with chronic illness, has walked in Katie's shoes and is filled with compassion for her characters and her readers. This was evident when I contacted her to apologise for DNF'ing this novel.
I feel like a jerk. I badgered the author of this book for an ARC copy so I could read it pre-release in time for World MS Day. Now I’m not even able to finish it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Gaslighting, and Medical trauma
boba_n_books's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
🌶️🌶️
Feels Like Home is a lovely friends to lovers romance. There are three other novels preceding this one, but I would say that you don’t have to read them to love this story.
The story follows our FMC, Katie, as she is struggling to get to the bottom of debilitating physical pain. Her journey is one that myself, and many other women, share—gaslighting from medical professionals, being told it’s “just anxiety” or “all in your head,” and overall ignored. This part of the plot hit close to home, and I’m really glad it was brought to light in this novel.
Our MMC, Dallas, is a drummer whose long-time band just broke up. He is trying to find his purpose and passion post-band life.
My favorite part about this book is that is was fairly realistic. Both main characters have to navigate these journeys as they begin their relationship, and the way their personalities work well together but also butt heads is reminiscent of real life.
It didn’t have the ultimate “wow” factor to get me to 5 stars, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t enjoy it! I loved these characters and devoured this book.
I would recommend Feels Like Home to readers who love a feel-good romance with a poignant life lesson behind it.
Thank you, Melissa Grace, for the ARC! I can’t wait to read more of your work.
Feels Like Home is a lovely friends to lovers romance. There are three other novels preceding this one, but I would say that you don’t have to read them to love this story.
The story follows our FMC, Katie, as she is struggling to get to the bottom of debilitating physical pain. Her journey is one that myself, and many other women, share—gaslighting from medical professionals, being told it’s “just anxiety” or “all in your head,” and overall ignored. This part of the plot hit close to home, and I’m really glad it was brought to light in this novel.
Our MMC, Dallas, is a drummer whose long-time band just broke up. He is trying to find his purpose and passion post-band life.
My favorite part about this book is that is was fairly realistic. Both main characters have to navigate these journeys as they begin their relationship, and the way their personalities work well together but also butt heads is reminiscent of real life.
It didn’t have the ultimate “wow” factor to get me to 5 stars, but that doesn’t mean I didn’t enjoy it! I loved these characters and devoured this book.
I would recommend Feels Like Home to readers who love a feel-good romance with a poignant life lesson behind it.
Thank you, Melissa Grace, for the ARC! I can’t wait to read more of your work.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content and Sexual content
Moderate: Gaslighting
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