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baileymoroney's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Grief
tatyanagraham95_'s review against another edition
emotional
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
I liked this book way better than the first one. Belly definitely matured compared to the first book. Although, she is still trying to figure out her love for either Conrad or Jeremiah. That can be confusing for any girl. I feel like the book was precise and clear. I loved the dual POV from two of the main characters. I wish I got Conrad’s POV so I’m hoping that’s in the next book.
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief
toomanytbr's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This was definitely not as much about the romance, the angst and wanting as the first book, but it was still monumental. I cried so much. I just want Belly to be happy, but I also want some answers about Conrad. Why did he treat her like that and get away with never apologizing?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Toxic friendship, Grief, Cancer, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, Death, and Gaslighting
gabyhs's review against another edition
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, Cancer, Grief, and Alcohol
hannahmeg's review against another edition
2.25
i thought it was better than the first book!! i'm still mostly excited for the show though tehe
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Grief
Moderate: Cancer
readingwithmeredith's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Death of parent, and Grief
Minor: Cursing and Sexual content
Sexual content is just in dialogue, nothing but kisses described and very few details, felt about the same as book 1, more underage drinking than book 1madanxiety's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.25
Belly is so aggravating, from the first book to the second. She's always calling other people selfish when she's the one that is. And when Taylor calls her out on it, she just continues to see herself as the victim. She acts like Conrad broke up with her at prom, but he didn't even - he was just depressed. And like yeah, anyone deserves to have their lover show up for them and proclaim their love, but she just put words in his mouth and self-sabotaged, then did it again and again. Ugh! And idk, I don't like the whole thing with Jeremiah either, because how can he ever feel like more than second best? I just feel like that dynamic is bound to fail. She was right when she said taking his hand was the most good thing she's done in a while (paraphrasing, idr), but like is that enough of a reason to be with him? I don't trust her for Jeremiah, and I don't trust Conrad with her. I did in the last book, but Belly's right that actions speak louder than words. What's crazy is that he ought to be MORE selfish. Like just take what you want, man! Or try to, anyway. All these petty jealousy games between the three of them is so exhausting.
I have mixed feelings now re: my previous review's claim that the show adaptation is better. At least partly, I stand by that claim. In the show, we get to see more perspectives - Laurel, Steven, Conrad - which makes these characters fuller. Whereas, the books (so far) are limited to Belly's POV, with some sprinklings of Jeremiah. I also like that the show makes the characters more diverse - I have a hunch that the author would've made it so in the books were it not for publishers, who tend to perceive diversity as less profitable.
On the other hand, bringing that fullness to the characters simple means there's a LOT going on. I remember my initial reaction to the show was that it was sooo messy. Which, ofc, people live for drama, but I appreciate the slower and more focused pace of the novels.
I have mixed feelings now re: my previous review's claim that the show adaptation is better. At least partly, I stand by that claim. In the show, we get to see more perspectives - Laurel, Steven, Conrad - which makes these characters fuller. Whereas, the books (so far) are limited to Belly's POV, with some sprinklings of Jeremiah. I also like that the show makes the characters more diverse - I have a hunch that the author would've made it so in the books were it not for publishers, who tend to perceive diversity as less profitable.
On the other hand, bringing that fullness to the characters simple means there's a LOT going on. I remember my initial reaction to the show was that it was sooo messy. Which, ofc, people live for drama, but I appreciate the slower and more focused pace of the novels.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, Alcohol, and Child abuse
shaemaguffee's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent, and Alcohol
jasmineslibraryy's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
this book was very upsetting to read, but i cannot wait to see s2 of the show
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Cancer, Cursing, and Alcohol
mishale1's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I can’t believe what a super fast read this book was. I wanted to read it before the second season of the series came out on streaming but I wasn’t expecting to tear through it in one day.
I’ve been Team Jeremiah since the first book, I’m not at all surprised that I still am.
I can understand why Belly is so attached to Conrad though. Even if Jeremiah is the more lovable guy, Conrad is the one she fell in love with before she even knew what love was. That would be hard to give up on, especially when she felt like she finally got her chance.
This book picks up a little while after the first book.
Conrad and Belly have already dated and broken up. They’ve had a bad falling out and haven’t spoken in months. Jeremiah calls Belly up one day saying Conrad is missing and Belly jumps in to help.
No one was planning on being at Cousins beach this year. Everything has changed since last year. But Belly, Jeremiah and Conrad find themselves back there again together this summer. And it might be the last time.
This book was emotional but not as sad as I thought it might be. I’m grateful for that. I’m between 3 and 4 stars on this. I rounded up because I actually didn’t put it down since I started it this afternoon. And there was also a twist I appreciated towards the end.
I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next with these characters.
I’ve been Team Jeremiah since the first book, I’m not at all surprised that I still am.
I can understand why Belly is so attached to Conrad though. Even if Jeremiah is the more lovable guy, Conrad is the one she fell in love with before she even knew what love was. That would be hard to give up on, especially when she felt like she finally got her chance.
This book picks up a little while after the first book.
Conrad and Belly have already dated and broken up. They’ve had a bad falling out and haven’t spoken in months. Jeremiah calls Belly up one day saying Conrad is missing and Belly jumps in to help.
No one was planning on being at Cousins beach this year. Everything has changed since last year. But Belly, Jeremiah and Conrad find themselves back there again together this summer. And it might be the last time.
This book was emotional but not as sad as I thought it might be. I’m grateful for that. I’m between 3 and 4 stars on this. I rounded up because I actually didn’t put it down since I started it this afternoon. And there was also a twist I appreciated towards the end.
I’m looking forward to seeing what’s next with these characters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent, and Cancer