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3.6 AVERAGE
3.6 AVERAGE
I received this book from Harlequin Teen and NetGalley for an honest review. I am a huge fan of Erin Watt, but this book was not one of my favorites. I didn't connect with any of the characters and felt that it was just overly dramatic and predictable. I did like Chase though. He definitely made up for a lot of the things I didn't like about the book.
This was too upsetting to truly enjoy. This was waaaaay more drama and negativity that a YA book should be allowed
I flew through this book, but I usually do with Erin Watt books. I love Beth as a main character, I too have lost a sister so I was able to relate to her on some level. I know for sure I would have runaway from home multiple times after what her parents do to her. I completely understand they are grieving and scared but wow. The things they do to Beth are just insane and I was a little aggravated at Beth for not speaking up about it even more. At least in a more calm manner other than throwing tantrums. It was a little difficult to comprehend WHY Beth was able to have feelings for Chase but I think that is what makes this book so great. You can't choose who you are attracted to and who you love. Very emotional and intense story, I loved it!!
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Hmmmm, I’m not really sure how to review this book. First of all, it was complete surprise to receive this ARC, and it’s always awesome to get review copies from a favorite author. However, this book was not what I expected. And unfortunately, I didn’t really like it.
There is too much drama on this book, and it kind of felt like Erin Watt was trying to recreate the level of drama on The Royals, but it just didn’t work here.
I had a problem right off the bat with Beth, because I felt like the issue she had with her name was silly. She felt like Lizzi was too juvenile? Juvenile was making everyone change the way they’ve always addressed you just because. If the name change had been something related to her sister, fine, I would have gone with it. As it was, it made no sense!
I didn’t like Beth. At all. She was so dramatic. And I couldn’t understand her reasonings and her feelings. But worse than her were her parents and friends. Her friends were all terrible. Her parents couldn’t deal. This girl lost her phone, car and room door several times during the book… I lost count. It was making me so mad!
To be honest, I only liked one person in this book, and it was Chase! I felt sorry for the guy, because he was surrounded by awful people. And he lived with the weight and guilt of taking someone’s live, and no one was able to support him and make him see that it wasn’t all his fault. But he had such a good heart, and it pissed me off that he was being bullied all the time, and had no support at all.
The writing was engaging, and that is the reason I always end up coming back for more of Erin Watt, but I hated the excess drama, the terrible people and actions. And the romance didn’t make much sense. I don’t know, I didn’t feel it at all. I wasn’t sure if Chase really liked Beth, or if she pressured him so much, and given that she was the only person talking to him, he just kind of went with it?! That’s a terrible thought to have while reading a romance book…
HAVE YOU READ THIS BOOK? WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS? DID YOU LIKE IT? OR WAS THE DRAMA TOO MUCH FOR YOU TOO?
Hmmmm, I’m not really sure how to review this book. First of all, it was complete surprise to receive this ARC, and it’s always awesome to get review copies from a favorite author. However, this book was not what I expected. And unfortunately, I didn’t really like it.
There is too much drama on this book, and it kind of felt like Erin Watt was trying to recreate the level of drama on The Royals, but it just didn’t work here.
I had a problem right off the bat with Beth, because I felt like the issue she had with her name was silly. She felt like Lizzi was too juvenile? Juvenile was making everyone change the way they’ve always addressed you just because. If the name change had been something related to her sister, fine, I would have gone with it. As it was, it made no sense!
I didn’t like Beth. At all. She was so dramatic. And I couldn’t understand her reasonings and her feelings. But worse than her were her parents and friends. Her friends were all terrible. Her parents couldn’t deal. This girl lost her phone, car and room door several times during the book… I lost count. It was making me so mad!
To be honest, I only liked one person in this book, and it was Chase! I felt sorry for the guy, because he was surrounded by awful people. And he lived with the weight and guilt of taking someone’s live, and no one was able to support him and make him see that it wasn’t all his fault. But he had such a good heart, and it pissed me off that he was being bullied all the time, and had no support at all.
The writing was engaging, and that is the reason I always end up coming back for more of Erin Watt, but I hated the excess drama, the terrible people and actions. And the romance didn’t make much sense. I don’t know, I didn’t feel it at all. I wasn’t sure if Chase really liked Beth, or if she pressured him so much, and given that she was the only person talking to him, he just kind of went with it?! That’s a terrible thought to have while reading a romance book…
HAVE YOU READ THIS BOOK? WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS? DID YOU LIKE IT? OR WAS THE DRAMA TOO MUCH FOR YOU TOO?
I am not a fan of the writing style of this book, but the message the author tried to put across was amazing and crucial for us to learn. I personally use the whole idea of "one small thing" in my life everyday. The book isn't my favorite, but it changed my life and perspective about life.
I would recommend just for the message the author is trying to put across!
I would recommend just for the message the author is trying to put across!
The bulk of the book was too slow and the ending was WAY too rushed. I made myself finish it but I feel like I just wasted a bunch of time.
this was a good book but, for me at least, nothing really memorable.
it all felt realistic and the love story was interesting, to say the least. i totally understand being in love with someone even though everything tells you it's wrong but oh damn, this was on a whole other level.
i feel like the side characters sadly weren't developed enough and just became cutouts of stereotypical romance characters.
i like how grief was handled and how the book ended, as it was in a way that we rarely see in ya.
it all felt realistic and the love story was interesting, to say the least. i totally understand being in love with someone even though everything tells you it's wrong but oh damn, this was on a whole other level.
i feel like the side characters sadly weren't developed enough and just became cutouts of stereotypical romance characters.
i like how grief was handled and how the book ended, as it was in a way that we rarely see in ya.
A very addictive read. Loved the writing and the pace. The main character was just a little to annoying for me. But still liked it.
Truly such a compelling and fulfilling read. Love the way Chase and Beth managed to make me feel like I was rooting for something that felt like a slowburn but was so satisfying to see how these two characters had undeniable chemistry. Love the truly quotable lines and the message behind the title. It didn't feel super corny like some other YA books!
3.5/4 stars. This book is a little corrupted by like it's fine. I really like this author which is probably why I really liked this books.