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3.96 AVERAGE
3.96 AVERAGE
It was pretty predictable and the writing wasn't my favorite. I'm also getting so tired of the whole "MMC is gone for the FMC but she is entrenched in the belief that he's an asshole and also has no idea he's in love with her even though she's super-smart" schtick.
Cute book but just reminded me of books I’d read in high school (flat plot, whiny main characters, no interesting climax/conflict). 13 Going on 30 vibes but just wish it had more oomph and development. Found myself rolling my eyes and telling the main character “just get over yourself and grow up” over and over again.
I think you know in a coming-of-age trope there’s going to be some shortcomings of the main characters that make you
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
The plot is a bit predictable but it was a fun, fast read.
what a fun read! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this sweet YA novel. Lea did a great job with the 13yr time jump, balancing hilarity with a touch of melancholy over the loss of time and relationships. I only wish we had at least one chapter from Renner’s POV because I just wanted to know what was going on in his mind towards the end!
If you’re looking for a quick read and feeling nostalgic about being a teen, this would be perfect for you!
✨reading vibes✨
-13 going on 30
-opposites attract (type A + life of the party)
-jump in timeline
-rivals to lovers
-conversations of how friendships change over time, and how priorities change as we get older
-HS nostalgia
If you’re looking for a quick read and feeling nostalgic about being a teen, this would be perfect for you!
✨reading vibes✨
-13 going on 30
-opposites attract (type A + life of the party)
-jump in timeline
-rivals to lovers
-conversations of how friendships change over time, and how priorities change as we get older
-HS nostalgia
Overall, I really enjoyed this plot - predictable though it was. The main flaw is date consistency- Homecoming and Prom - both crucial plot points - are never at the same time of year, but a big part of the plot hinges on them both being in June…
3.5⭐️ A quintessential coming of age story that I’m pretty sure we’ve all heard before. It was cute and the characters were likable, it just wasn’t original. Think 13 going on 30 meets To All the Boys…something like that. Either way it was a nice change of pace from my usual thriller/mystery read.
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
This book was adorable! It gives all the 13 Going on 30 and Never Have I Ever vibes in the best way. Did it get a little angsty toward the end? Absolutely. But I will allow it since the last days of high school are peak angst time IRL.
Charlotte has big plans for her final days of high school. Everything should come together perfectly as long as her nemesis, J.T. Renner doesn't ruin it. When she falls off a ladder and crashes into him, they both wake up as 30 year olds who are engaged! Can they figure out what happened, how to get back to the past, and will they end up falling in love on the way?
Woke Up Like This was so cute. It was such a fun read that perfectly captured the essence of the over achieving high school senior. Charlotte was a bit high strung, but just wants everything to go perfectly how she's always imagined. I can definitely remember that feeling. I loved the side story lines of Charlotte's family and friend relationships. They made the book feel well rounded. Renner was adorable, especially in the future. Their banter was so fun and swoony. If I had one negative, it would be that the 3rd act drug on a bit. It was miscommunication after miscommunication, when they had been doing so well. It didn't bother me as much it normally would though because teens do have trouble expressing their emotions so it felt real.
Mindy's Book Studio is 2/2 for me so far. I will definitely continue to check out the books she chooses.
Charlotte has big plans for her final days of high school. Everything should come together perfectly as long as her nemesis, J.T. Renner doesn't ruin it. When she falls off a ladder and crashes into him, they both wake up as 30 year olds who are engaged! Can they figure out what happened, how to get back to the past, and will they end up falling in love on the way?
Woke Up Like This was so cute. It was such a fun read that perfectly captured the essence of the over achieving high school senior. Charlotte was a bit high strung, but just wants everything to go perfectly how she's always imagined. I can definitely remember that feeling. I loved the side story lines of Charlotte's family and friend relationships. They made the book feel well rounded. Renner was adorable, especially in the future. Their banter was so fun and swoony. If I had one negative, it would be that the 3rd act drug on a bit. It was miscommunication after miscommunication, when they had been doing so well. It didn't bother me as much it normally would though because teens do have trouble expressing their emotions so it felt real.
Mindy's Book Studio is 2/2 for me so far. I will definitely continue to check out the books she chooses.
A-dorable!! This was a lovey suspension of reality. For sure has a YA romance vibe. Wish we had more books like this when I was growing up. Love how Char learns about ALL the relationships in her life- not just boys.
Waiting for the Netflix movie of this…
Waiting for the Netflix movie of this…