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alexsanch25's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
- 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
5.0
boundlessbookbumblebee's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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
lucietwilight's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
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? No
5.0
michellefeif's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
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
4.0
allygator's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
4.5
boy howdy do i love a romance novel that isn't just about cookie cutter white people. i'm trying to diversify the romance that i read (even though i still love emily henry and christina lauren, their characters all look the same lol) and this is such a great rom com to get started on that journey. i adored the representation in this book -- it felt so genuine and authentic and not forced at all. in particular, the chronic illness rep here was miles beyond what i've read recently. it didn't shy away from the hard parts of living with chronic pain, but it also showed the joy that can be found on good days. chloe was relatable because she felt everything that real people feel, the good and the bad. red is a perfect partner for her because he doesn't expect her to push away her pain for him, he just meets her where she's at. he's so sympathetic and soft and i hate him for making dating artists seem like a great idea (lol).
the only thing that holds this back from a perfect 5 stars for me is the conflict that leads to the inevitable third act breakup. my biggest pet peeve in romance novels is when the central conflict is something that could have been solved with literally one minute of communication, and this one was the epitome of that. i was so frustrated with the way that chloe refused to explain herself and how quick red jumped to conclusions. i forgive them, because their responses are based in their past relationship traumas, but it was an upsettingly simple issue that was drawn out to have chapters of breakup-related drama.
that aside, though, i adored this book and i cannot wait to pick up the rest of the brown sisters trilogy
the only thing that holds this back from a perfect 5 stars for me is the conflict that leads to the inevitable third act breakup. my biggest pet peeve in romance novels is when the central conflict is something that could have been solved with literally one minute of communication, and this one was the epitome of that. i was so frustrated with the way that chloe refused to explain herself and how quick red jumped to conclusions. i forgive them, because their responses are based in their past relationship traumas, but it was an upsettingly simple issue that was drawn out to have chapters of breakup-related drama.
that aside, though, i adored this book and i cannot wait to pick up the rest of the brown sisters trilogy
haleekirby's review against another edition
Library due date came up and I wasn’t interested enough to speed read it or check it out again
littlespookysmut's review against another edition
4.0
Is Red my new book boyfriend cause he reminds me of my real life boyfriend
kendalliskiwi's review against another edition
5.0
this book holds SUCH a special place in my heart as a chronically ill girly.
she has fibromyalgia, and so do i. i related to her so much, and i NEED more books that represent me in the way this one did.
chloe was "cold" and "rude" at first, and the way that it shows her true character - the way red works to understand her - is so special to me.
i also loved how much emphasis was on accommodating to her and her needs, and how it wasnt a hassle or an obligation for him. it was something he WANTED to do.
the found family aspect is amazing and i love the sisters soso much.
highly recommend for anyone who deals with chronic illness or anyone who wants to understand what its like to live with one.
she has fibromyalgia, and so do i. i related to her so much, and i NEED more books that represent me in the way this one did.
chloe was "cold" and "rude" at first, and the way that it shows her true character - the way red works to understand her - is so special to me.
i also loved how much emphasis was on accommodating to her and her needs, and how it wasnt a hassle or an obligation for him. it was something he WANTED to do.
the found family aspect is amazing and i love the sisters soso much.
highly recommend for anyone who deals with chronic illness or anyone who wants to understand what its like to live with one.