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meredith_williams_'s review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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
4.25
I came very close to giving up on this book because I thought I knew where the story was going within the first 100 pages and I was very put off by my assumptions. I’m glad I persevered because my predictions were very far off and the whole book ended up taking me by surprise in the best way. It was laugh out loud funny and deeply endearing. Sophie Cousens writes romcoms in the truest form and I will continue to read what she writes!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Pregnancy and Death of parent
lovelymisanthrope's review
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I stumbled across this title while at Barnes & Noble and it caught my eye.
"Before I Do" follows Audrey during the hours before her wedding day. Audrey is about to marry a very practical man, Josh. The day is planned, and she is at her rehearsal, everything seems to be falling into place, until Fred walks in. Fred was Audrey's one-night-stand from years ago, and the guy she never really got over. Perhaps this is a sign from the universe that Fred is her soulmate...
I hated Audrey as a character. She was annoying and did not know what she wanted or who she is, both of which I think are crucial to at least have some inkling about before you get married. She read into everything, and took every obstacle or minor inconvenience as a sign that she should not marry Josh. I understand her mother did not set a great example of how to be in a healthy, stable relationship, but she is her own person, Audrey should know better how to treat people!
I would have given this book 2 stars, however I really enjoyed the ending! I think the ultimate resolution and Audrey's eventual revelation is very valuable and inspiring about what a true love story is.
This book was very okay. Ultimately, I am curious to read more from the author, but I do not feel like I need to run out and buy another book right now.
"Before I Do" follows Audrey during the hours before her wedding day. Audrey is about to marry a very practical man, Josh. The day is planned, and she is at her rehearsal, everything seems to be falling into place, until Fred walks in. Fred was Audrey's one-night-stand from years ago, and the guy she never really got over. Perhaps this is a sign from the universe that Fred is her soulmate...
I hated Audrey as a character. She was annoying and did not know what she wanted or who she is, both of which I think are crucial to at least have some inkling about before you get married. She read into everything, and took every obstacle or minor inconvenience as a sign that she should not marry Josh. I understand her mother did not set a great example of how to be in a healthy, stable relationship, but she is her own person, Audrey should know better how to treat people!
I would have given this book 2 stars, however I really enjoyed the ending! I think the ultimate resolution and Audrey's eventual revelation is very valuable and inspiring about what a true love story is.
This book was very okay. Ultimately, I am curious to read more from the author, but I do not feel like I need to run out and buy another book right now.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual content, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Sexual harassment
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