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amaranth_wytch's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Drug use, Blood, Death of parent, Grief, and Death
allisonwatkins's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
theinstabookworm's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I wish I had reread THE GUNCLE before reading this, since it's been three years since I read it. I recommend doing that if you also read it a while ago and you're wanting to pick this sequel up.
This took me a long time to finish and while some of that was just because life was lifing, I also found that the story lacked the charm and heartwarming moments the first book had. I considered DNFing a few times and while I'm glad I didn't, I do think this could have been about 100 pages shorter. This sequel had a lot to live up to and I'm not sure it did. There were some laugh-out-loud moments in the beginning of the book, but they tapered off after a while, and I think those could have been spread out more evenly to balance out the emotional moments. This was one of my most anticipated books of the year but, unfortunately, it left me feeling somewhat underwhelmed.
This took me a long time to finish and while some of that was just because life was lifing, I also found that the story lacked the charm and heartwarming moments the first book had. I considered DNFing a few times and while I'm glad I didn't, I do think this could have been about 100 pages shorter. This sequel had a lot to live up to and I'm not sure it did. There were some laugh-out-loud moments in the beginning of the book, but they tapered off after a while, and I think those could have been spread out more evenly to balance out the emotional moments. This was one of my most anticipated books of the year but, unfortunately, it left me feeling somewhat underwhelmed.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Grief
sdupont's review
emotional
funny
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
While The Guncle Abroad is not as strong as The Guncle (which is truly a perfect book), I still enjoyed this sequel. GUP is still as witty as ever. I love his quick jokes and pop culture references, he’s like a Gilmore Girls ep all on his own. I felt that the storyline and journey for him and the kiddos was more compelling in book one. I also wished their trip was a little longer and had more stops before the wedding festivities. That being said there were some moments when GUP, Greg, and the kids were talking about Sara or reading her letter that did have me tearing up. If you enjoyed The Guncle I would recommend picking this book up, it is fun vibes for early summer.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief and Death of parent
Minor: Medical content, Car accident, and Alcoholism
raindrops333's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent
bmpicc's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
3.0
Would I read any other Guncle books that follow? Yes.
Did I love it as much as the original Guncle? mmm, it didn't tug my heartstrings the same way.
I still adore this family and I'm so happy it was my first read this month. I felt content and invested. Having rated his other books 4 stars though, I have to be honest and say this was closer to a 3 for me.
Did I love it as much as the original Guncle? mmm, it didn't tug my heartstrings the same way.
I still adore this family and I'm so happy it was my first read this month. I felt content and invested. Having rated his other books 4 stars though, I have to be honest and say this was closer to a 3 for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief and Death of parent
booksandcoffeewithlexi's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Death of parent
daniellereadslikealot_'s review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- 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
GUP is back and just as funny as ever! Sequels are always a mixed bag, but when I was cackling on page one, I knew this one hit the mark. I loved seeing Patrick, Maisie and Grant travel Europe together. Their banter is so enjoyable. I also really found Patrick’s jealousy of Palmina, the kids’ new “launt”, so hilarious. The hand jive mistranslation had me CRYING. There was a lot of great humor in this, but I also really enjoyed the sweeter moments between Patrick and the kids and also Patrick and his siblings. I think fans of The Guncle will be very pleased with the rest of the story and these characters.
CW: mentions of parental death, grief, mentions of addiction
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for a digital reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Death of parent and Addiction
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