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3.96 AVERAGE
3.96 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
slow-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
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As Amy Lea said in her acknowledgements, she was partly inspired by some familiar movies, namely Big, 13 Going on 30, and even the Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan version of Freaky Friday (I prefer the original 1977 version with Barbara Harris and Jodie Foster). All the movies mentioned involved some sort of magical realism, whether it was body swapping or growing up overnight. So, if you liked any of those movies, you might like Woke Up Like This.
Likewise, if you like a good enemies-to-lovers trope, this book might be for you. I enjoyed the witty banter between Charlotte and Renner and the swoon-worthy moments, as well as the complicated and darker family moments. For a debut novel, I was surprised at how well-balanced the heart of the story was combined with that witty banter. Sometimes it can be pretty clumsy, but I thought it was expertly done.
Now, given that this is a YA novel, there were times when I was frustrated in Charlotte’s behavior because she seemed a lot more immature than her 18-now-30-year-old self. Therefore, if you’re not a fan of YA books, this might not be for you, but I knew going in what I was getting. Renner evened out that immaturity by being more together when the two of them find themselves in the same predicament, which definitely helped with the overall feel of the book.
Even though this was an Amazon First Reads book for the months of September, I chose to add the Audible version for $1.99. I really enjoyed the ride taken with narrator, Natalie Naudus, who did an excellent job with this debut novel. I can’t wait to see what Amy Lea comes up with next!
As Amy Lea said in her acknowledgements, she was partly inspired by some familiar movies, namely Big, 13 Going on 30, and even the Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan version of Freaky Friday (I prefer the original 1977 version with Barbara Harris and Jodie Foster). All the movies mentioned involved some sort of magical realism, whether it was body swapping or growing up overnight. So, if you liked any of those movies, you might like Woke Up Like This.
Likewise, if you like a good enemies-to-lovers trope, this book might be for you. I enjoyed the witty banter between Charlotte and Renner and the swoon-worthy moments, as well as the complicated and darker family moments. For a debut novel, I was surprised at how well-balanced the heart of the story was combined with that witty banter. Sometimes it can be pretty clumsy, but I thought it was expertly done.
Now, given that this is a YA novel, there were times when I was frustrated in Charlotte’s behavior because she seemed a lot more immature than her 18-now-30-year-old self. Therefore, if you’re not a fan of YA books, this might not be for you, but I knew going in what I was getting. Renner evened out that immaturity by being more together when the two of them find themselves in the same predicament, which definitely helped with the overall feel of the book.
Even though this was an Amazon First Reads book for the months of September, I chose to add the Audible version for $1.99. I really enjoyed the ride taken with narrator, Natalie Naudus, who did an excellent job with this debut novel. I can’t wait to see what Amy Lea comes up with next!
17 going on 30 made my heart swell! So darn precious I was smiling like a teenage girl!
funny
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
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Enjoyable! 13 going on 30 meets Mia (from the Princess Diaries) in this fun high school story. The nostalgia and reminiscence is what makes it enjoyable as and adult to read. Loved the characters and the overall theme to live and enjoy the present moment.
When I read this book was like 13 Going On 30, I immediately knew it was tailor made for me. It definitely didn’t disappoint.
Charlotte and J.T. are high school rivals at the end of their senior year. Prom is approaching, and they have an accident while decorating the gym. Next thing they know, they wake up in bed together and it’s 13 years later. Also, they happen to be engaged.
The book was so fun as you read about them falling for each other and trying to get back to their high school selves. Plus, they acted out the Dirty Dancing dance in it and who could say no to that?
Thanks as always to NetGalley for this ARC.
Charlotte and J.T. are high school rivals at the end of their senior year. Prom is approaching, and they have an accident while decorating the gym. Next thing they know, they wake up in bed together and it’s 13 years later. Also, they happen to be engaged.
The book was so fun as you read about them falling for each other and trying to get back to their high school selves. Plus, they acted out the Dirty Dancing dance in it and who could say no to that?
Thanks as always to NetGalley for this ARC.
2.5 stars.
Two high school seniors find themselves transported into their lives as 30-year-olds... and that's about it. There's romance, lots of obsession about prom, and plenty of plot points already familiar from every movie about magically becoming older or younger. A quick read, but not particularly new or different.
Two high school seniors find themselves transported into their lives as 30-year-olds... and that's about it. There's romance, lots of obsession about prom, and plenty of plot points already familiar from every movie about magically becoming older or younger. A quick read, but not particularly new or different.
Cute, light read that I enjoyed less than 13 going on 30 but more than 17 again.