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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
If Max Monroe writes it, in reading it. At least that’s the case for anything starting a year ago because they don’t miss. I’ve read some of the most hilarious books by them (Best Frenemies is my FAV), and also bawled my eyes out (What I Should’ve Said). This is the first new adult of theirs I’ve read and even after 600 pages; I NEED MORE. Absolutely obsessed with Finn Hayes. His upbringing was so shitty but he takes the role to take care of his siblings likes a champ. He’s dark and broody but secretly a golden retriever. When he meets Scottie, he’s immediately hooked but he’s so broken he doesn’t even know how to love her. His character growth is incredible and I love watching him overcome his struggles with his (multiple) new found families.
It was a nice change up in this book to give us the girl messing up and having to redeem herself, both Scottie and her mistakes as well as her mom trying to redeem her own mess ups as a mom. Typically I tend to read the guy as the bad guy and women can do no wrong so I liked this switch up.
The side characters in this book are everything. Ace and Julia (if they don’t get a book I’ll riot), Blake, Lex and even Kayla. The build up backstories was top notch to make you love them here and crave more. I can’t wait for book 2 in the series early next year.
Also, @authormaxmonroe if you could stop making me cry when I’m not prepared for it, that would be great 🤣 Thank you so much for the advanced earc, I adore this book and you both as writers. Counting down the days to the new one :) also thank you to @hambright_pr for the early access and the best content.
It was a nice change up in this book to give us the girl messing up and having to redeem herself, both Scottie and her mistakes as well as her mom trying to redeem her own mess ups as a mom. Typically I tend to read the guy as the bad guy and women can do no wrong so I liked this switch up.
The side characters in this book are everything. Ace and Julia (if they don’t get a book I’ll riot), Blake, Lex and even Kayla. The build up backstories was top notch to make you love them here and crave more. I can’t wait for book 2 in the series early next year.
Also, @authormaxmonroe if you could stop making me cry when I’m not prepared for it, that would be great 🤣 Thank you so much for the advanced earc, I adore this book and you both as writers. Counting down the days to the new one :) also thank you to @hambright_pr for the early access and the best content.
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Thank you, Netgalley, the publisher, and the author for providing this ARC!
4.5 ⭐️
I totally loved this book! Even though I'm in a reading slump, it was a super refreshing and fun read. I can't wait to dive into the Winslow brother series next!
I totally loved this book! Even though I'm in a reading slump, it was a super refreshing and fun read. I can't wait to dive into the Winslow brother series next!
This book is split into two parts, each focusing on a different character. The first part is about Finn, exploring his journey of friendship, love, and figuring himself out. We see his ups and downs and get to know him really well.
The found family in this story was the best part, and I think it'll be a big deal in the series. Even though the characters know each other from previous books, I could totally appreciate their new relationships without reading those. I saw their friendships start to form and loved the heartwarming moments.
The introduction of Blake and Ace to Finn's siblings was a highlight, and I loved Ace's supportive friendship. He was always there for Finn, offering understanding and encouragement without being too pushy.
The older characters also played a big role. Ace's parents were super welcoming and accepting of Finn, making him feel like part of their family. Their approach of letting him grow at his own pace was awesome.
The second part is about Scottie, exploring her family, challenges, and emotional journey. This section was more emotional, letting us experience her thoughts and feelings directly.
While I thought the pacing of this part was a bit uneven, with a lot happening at once followed by slower parts, I think it could've been fixed with two separate books.
(+)
- The found family was a big part of the story, and I loved seeing it develop.
- Finn's character growth was well-done.
- The spice was balanced and didn't take over the story.
- The bromance between Ace and Finn was heartwarming.
- The romance was well-developed, with the authors giving the characters time to grow individually.
- The ending was surprising. And it will bring more diversity to the series. I just wish we had more time to explore that aspect...
- The short chapters and addictive writing style kept me engaged.
- I WILL DIE NEXT BOOK!!! I can't wait to read Lexy and Blake's story. And I know we will have Ace and Julia. I'm soooooooooo excited.
- The found family was a big part of the story, and I loved seeing it develop.
- Finn's character growth was well-done.
- The spice was balanced and didn't take over the story.
- The bromance between Ace and Finn was heartwarming.
- The romance was well-developed, with the authors giving the characters time to grow individually.
- The ending was surprising. And it will bring more diversity to the series. I just wish we had more time to explore that aspect...
- The short chapters and addictive writing style kept me engaged.
- I WILL DIE NEXT BOOK!!! I can't wait to read Lexy and Blake's story. And I know we will have Ace and Julia. I'm soooooooooo excited.
(-)
- The dramatic elements sometimes felt a bit over the top.
- I would have liked to see more reactions to important moments. For example: I needed to be in the Winslow's house when Ty talked to his brothers. Also, I didn't get to see Lexy's reaction, or Blake's... And I needed a reaction of Ace and his parents.
- Two books would've given the story more depth.
The "I'm obsessed with her, but I'm bad, so I have to push her away" trope is so overdone & just not good. Was trying to get past it, but then Scottie decided to spy? It gave me the ick.
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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:
Complicated
Note: This review is for an ARC and is my unbiased opinion.
Max Monroe was right when they said this book was drama. It was so much dramaand that drama was all over the place. Just when I would think things had finally calmed down for the characters, they would explode again. It was a lot of fun. Max Monroe's writing was a good and funny as ever, bit they also made me tear up a bit at times.
Scottie and Finn were great characters. I really liked them when they were together. I hated the things that kept them apart. They grew throughout the book, like college freshman do when they're on their own for the first time. That being said, there were a couple of times I wanted to impart some wisdom to them. Luckily, they had friends and family to do that for them.
Max Monroe have them support in the form of the kids of characters from past books. Ace (Cassie and Thatch) and Julia (Georgia and Kline) were great support and fun to get to know. Lexi Winslow was another fun one to have around. I also loved the new characters.
There were only a couple things that I'm still not sure I loved. The first was the length of this book. I thought it could have wrapped up sooner. 70-100% of it was a shock and I don't know if it was truly necessary for these characters. The other thing was sometimes college felt more like high school, but that wasn't a huge deal.
Overall, I enjoyed the start to this series. I'm really excited for the next book.
Max Monroe was right when they said this book was drama. It was so much dramaand that drama was all over the place. Just when I would think things had finally calmed down for the characters, they would explode again. It was a lot of fun. Max Monroe's writing was a good and funny as ever, bit they also made me tear up a bit at times.
Scottie and Finn were great characters. I really liked them when they were together. I hated the things that kept them apart. They grew throughout the book, like college freshman do when they're on their own for the first time. That being said, there were a couple of times I wanted to impart some wisdom to them. Luckily, they had friends and family to do that for them.
Max Monroe have them support in the form of the kids of characters from past books. Ace (Cassie and Thatch) and Julia (Georgia and Kline) were great support and fun to get to know. Lexi Winslow was another fun one to have around. I also loved the new characters.
There were only a couple things that I'm still not sure I loved. The first was the length of this book. I thought it could have wrapped up sooner. 70-100% of it was a shock and I don't know if it was truly necessary for these characters. The other thing was sometimes college felt more like high school, but that wasn't a huge deal.
Overall, I enjoyed the start to this series. I'm really excited for the next book.
challenging
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
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
Hi Max and Monroe, just another reader here who loves to be emotionally abused by your books. After reading what I should’ve said you think I would’ve learned to not get too comfortable when reading one of your books but I did and then I was experiencing the emotional roller coaster and crying at 10 in the morning finishing this book. Did I enjoy this book yes I loved it!, did this book make me cry also yes. Will I continue to read the books you guys write even if I know they will also make me cry of course!
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse