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bamitssophia's review against another edition
3.0
it wasn’t horrendous … some lines were just very cringy but the concept was interesting. i read it all in a day so i can’t say i hated it, but definitely wish the dialogue was a little more mature idk
giannapiggies's review against another edition
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
4.5
hbrhjsmne's review against another edition
3.0
i really enjoyed reading their november 9s and despite how cheesy it was, i love it and i love them bothh. it does written like a YA book. ive been reading too much thriller/mystery book so this book is a treat! its a good 3star read for me :)
jimmyjamjamie's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.5
webbhkg's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
stcjnh_'s review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
vinjii's review against another edition
3.5
Bits of November 9 absolutely worked for me, and some bits were frustrating. I, for example, never had the impression I was reading about two 18-year-old protagonists; they both sounded a lot older than that.
Knowing that I do enjoy Colleen Hoover books makes me feel a bit conflicted at times because a few of her relationships (and people) are outright toxic.
Ben is certainly problematic. I'll just leave one example here:
I shove the dress back at him. "I don't want to wear that, I want to wear this."
"No," he says. "I'm paying for dinner, so I get to choose what to stare at while we eat."
On the other hand, he's also too perfect (although, admittedly that fits the plot), and there is insta-love (which I hate), but of course, the insta-love here is different because the main character, too, hates insta-love, and comments on it more than once. A bit too meta for my taste.
The plot is gripping, and I only put this book down to eat. There was a moment where I audibly gasped, and Hoover's writing is definitely skilled. This is, however, my least favourite book of hers that I've read so far.
If you're a Colleen Hoover fan, go right ahead.
Knowing that I do enjoy Colleen Hoover books makes me feel a bit conflicted at times because a few of her relationships (and people) are outright toxic.
Ben is certainly problematic. I'll just leave one example here:
I shove the dress back at him. "I don't want to wear that, I want to wear this."
"No," he says. "I'm paying for dinner, so I get to choose what to stare at while we eat."
On the other hand, he's also too perfect (although, admittedly that fits the plot), and there is insta-love (which I hate), but of course, the insta-love here is different because the main character, too, hates insta-love, and comments on it more than once. A bit too meta for my taste.
The plot is gripping, and I only put this book down to eat. There was a moment where I audibly gasped, and Hoover's writing is definitely skilled. This is, however, my least favourite book of hers that I've read so far.
If you're a Colleen Hoover fan, go right ahead.
uruseibaka's review against another edition
4.0
Actual rating: 4.5 stars
I "loved this book" in quotations.
This touched my heart in bold.
I TRIED NOT TO CRY in all caps
This book left me speechless...
-A GIRL MADLY IN LOVE WITH BENTON JAMES KESSLER
If ya know what I mean. *wink* This is simply brilliant. It's so full of twists and emotions and heartbreak. It's so worth the read This book was obviously laid out and written with careful thought and I absolutely love Colleen Hoover for this outstanding masterpiece. Just go read it and see for yourself.
I "loved this book" in quotations.
This touched my heart in bold.
I TRIED NOT TO CRY in all caps
This book left me speechless...
-A GIRL MADLY IN LOVE WITH BENTON JAMES KESSLER
If ya know what I mean. *wink* This is simply brilliant. It's so full of twists and emotions and heartbreak. It's so worth the read