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3.63 AVERAGE
3.63 AVERAGE
emotional
funny
reflective
slow-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
Okay so if a guy I’m interested in doesn’t try to win back my affection by getting my favorite musician to dedicate a song to me at a sold out show at the Hollywood Bowl, I REALLY don’t want it!!! Jack Lincoln, you’ve set my standards high. High enough that I can almost forgive that you have a J name *shivers*.
There’s just something about a time-loop story that just speaks to me now that I’ve finally seen the Groundhog Day film. Though this doesn’t follow any of the same situations as Groundhog Day—besides the whole “stuck repeating the same day because I’m a misanthrope” thing—there’s still enough vibes there if you like that film and want to give this book a go!
I really did like the romance here; Jack was very kind and genuinely did care for Gemma. You could tell something was up when they met at the bar and he “guessed” her favorite drink, but hey, after 140+ days of getting to know your crush and her completely forgetting you exist, you gotta try playing to your strengths!
Gemma took a bit to warm up to Jack (understandably so, given that he’s known her for almost five months and she’s known him for, well, A DAY), but once she did, it was sweet to see her trust someone again after her last breakup.
The friendship is where this book really shined for me, though. Lila and Gemma were the definition of friendship goals. There was true bestie love there; no coddling, but a lot of supportive handholding and pushing each other (mainly Lila pushing Gemma) when the situation called for it, and when they knew the other would be better because of it. And it was also a nice surprise to see Gemma beginning to trust her father again and putting forth effort to talk to him and visit.
My only small qualms are: 1. there’s a chapter at the end told strictly through Jack’s POV. Since the story is told in third-person, I think it would’ve been interesting for it to be dual POV with the chapters switching between Gemma and Jack. It would’ve felt more congruous and helped visualize more of the events from the 140+ days they spent reliving the same day if we got his perspective. 2. the middle of the story DRAGGED!!! It was fast, super slow, faster, and then slow again.
Thank you Penguin Group Dutton and NetGalley for this eARC!!
There’s just something about a time-loop story that just speaks to me now that I’ve finally seen the Groundhog Day film. Though this doesn’t follow any of the same situations as Groundhog Day—besides the whole “stuck repeating the same day because I’m a misanthrope” thing—there’s still enough vibes there if you like that film and want to give this book a go!
I really did like the romance here; Jack was very kind and genuinely did care for Gemma. You could tell something was up when they met at the bar and he “guessed” her favorite drink, but hey, after 140+ days of getting to know your crush and her completely forgetting you exist, you gotta try playing to your strengths!
Gemma took a bit to warm up to Jack (understandably so, given that he’s known her for almost five months and she’s known him for, well, A DAY), but once she did, it was sweet to see her trust someone again after her last breakup.
The friendship is where this book really shined for me, though. Lila and Gemma were the definition of friendship goals. There was true bestie love there; no coddling, but a lot of supportive handholding and pushing each other (mainly Lila pushing Gemma) when the situation called for it, and when they knew the other would be better because of it. And it was also a nice surprise to see Gemma beginning to trust her father again and putting forth effort to talk to him and visit.
My only small qualms are: 1. there’s a chapter at the end told strictly through Jack’s POV. Since the story is told in third-person, I think it would’ve been interesting for it to be dual POV with the chapters switching between Gemma and Jack. It would’ve felt more congruous and helped visualize more of the events from the 140+ days they spent reliving the same day if we got his perspective. 2. the middle of the story DRAGGED!!! It was fast, super slow, faster, and then slow again.
Thank you Penguin Group Dutton and NetGalley for this eARC!!
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
funny
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Unfortunately, this book was not for me which absolutely kills me as a reader. I love a good time loop plot but this one just falls flats.
3.75 stars
If you can suspend disbelief enough, this is a fairly cute and quick story.
I did struggle to imagine that everything that happens in the book happens in the span of about 16 hours. It kind of reads like it's a mismatch of different movies with the same theme and it's pretty obvious where the author has drawn inspiration from.
If you can suspend disbelief enough, this is a fairly cute and quick story.
I did struggle to imagine that everything that happens in the book happens in the span of about 16 hours. It kind of reads like it's a mismatch of different movies with the same theme and it's pretty obvious where the author has drawn inspiration from.
This book wasn't for me. I found that there was a lot happening but nothing really happened. I never felt the chemistry between the characters. Overall it was just an ok read.
I loved this! But I love a good time loop romance so I’m not surprised.
Quick Summary: A contemporary time loop romance
My Review: The Deja Glitch by Holly James was a super cute, fast-paced read about one couple's experience with a temporal anomaly.
About the Book: Jack Lincoln and Gemma Peters were stuck in a seemingly never ending time loop. In fact, they had been on their very own, very peculiar rinse and repeat cycle for a total of 147 days. If they were ever going to move on to the next chapter of their love story, as well as on to the next day of their lives, they each had to figure out what was going on. Could this totally clueless couple work together to solve their Deja Glitch puzzle?
My Final Say: This novel was so charming. It was a clean read with low to no conflict/drama. It was all about life choices, relationships, communication, reconciliation, and forward progress. In the end, Jack and Gemma's experience was grounded in a Carpe diem philosophy. Readers who want a bit of Groundhog Day in book form should go for this light, non-insta/insta love read.
Other: As I was reading, I kept thinking that this book read like a YA novel. The characters came across as being quite young. Their actions supported this.
Rating: 3.75/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: NA to A
Status/Level:
Appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (PENGUIN GROUP Dutton), and to NetGalley. Thank you for providing access to this title in exchange for an honest review.
My Review: The Deja Glitch by Holly James was a super cute, fast-paced read about one couple's experience with a temporal anomaly.
About the Book: Jack Lincoln and Gemma Peters were stuck in a seemingly never ending time loop. In fact, they had been on their very own, very peculiar rinse and repeat cycle for a total of 147 days. If they were ever going to move on to the next chapter of their love story, as well as on to the next day of their lives, they each had to figure out what was going on. Could this totally clueless couple work together to solve their Deja Glitch puzzle?
My Final Say: This novel was so charming. It was a clean read with low to no conflict/drama. It was all about life choices, relationships, communication, reconciliation, and forward progress. In the end, Jack and Gemma's experience was grounded in a Carpe diem philosophy. Readers who want a bit of Groundhog Day in book form should go for this light, non-insta/insta love read.
Other: As I was reading, I kept thinking that this book read like a YA novel. The characters came across as being quite young. Their actions supported this.
Rating: 3.75/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: NA to A
Status/Level:
Appreciation is extended to the author, to the publisher (PENGUIN GROUP Dutton), and to NetGalley. Thank you for providing access to this title in exchange for an honest review.
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This book had several of my favorite things:
- man who falls first
- a supportive (female) bff who can also be the voice of reason
- grand gestures to profess their love
- women going after things they want
This book was so cute and fun. It was one of the first “time loop” books I’ve ever read and while everything literally happened in one day, I thought it was well done. The story was paced well for the most part and had interesting details.
My only gripe with the book is that it may have been a chapter & a half too long. Those final chapters were so repetitive, it’s kinda bored me. I think the epilogue does a great job of bringing the story back to life.
Overall a read I’d recommend if you’re looking for something light & romantic with no spice
- man who falls first
- a supportive (female) bff who can also be the voice of reason
- grand gestures to profess their love
- women going after things they want
This book was so cute and fun. It was one of the first “time loop” books I’ve ever read and while everything literally happened in one day, I thought it was well done. The story was paced well for the most part and had interesting details.
My only gripe with the book is that it may have been a chapter & a half too long. Those final chapters were so repetitive, it’s kinda bored me. I think the epilogue does a great job of bringing the story back to life.
Overall a read I’d recommend if you’re looking for something light & romantic with no spice