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mar_2002's review against another edition
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Miscarriage, Infertility, and Medical trauma
abitofapoet's review against another edition
sad
slow-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
4.0
This book was incredibly emotional. Please read trigger warnings before reading this because it does touch on some really hard topics, but it does so REALLY well in my opinion.
Something that I loved about this book, as much as it broke my heart, is how unique it is. So often a romance novel ends at “I Do.” but that’s not reality. That should be the beginning. Seeing these characters navigate their broken marriage is heart wrenching and hopeful at the same time. You’ll find yourself crying for Quinn and for Graham on one page, and wanting to scream at them on the next. Even the most perfect matches have their category 5 moments.
I found I related to Quinn a lot. More than i’ve ever related to the struggles of a book character before, which is surprising because where Quinn so desperately wants to be a mother, that is my absolute nightmare. But the strain that Quinn’s infertility puts on herself and on her relationship is akin to the strain i’ve felt in my own marriage because of a medical condition. The feelings of not being woman enough for her husband, of constantly letting him down, of their marriage being the thing that ruined his future, and of feeling the need to pull away from him and place this distance between them because of those thoughts. I found myself staring at the pages in disbelief that someone had actually put into words the thoughts that i’ve had in some of my darkest moments. And watching Graham desperately love the ghost of her, wishing he knew how to get her back broke me into pieces.
One emotional quote that really stuck with me: “My Husband’s heart is my saving grace, but his physical touch has become my enemy.”
If you’re looking for a sappy romance, i wouldn’t recommend this to you. If you’re looking for something real and beautiful and heartbreaking, absolutely pick this up.
Something that I loved about this book, as much as it broke my heart, is how unique it is. So often a romance novel ends at “I Do.” but that’s not reality. That should be the beginning. Seeing these characters navigate their broken marriage is heart wrenching and hopeful at the same time. You’ll find yourself crying for Quinn and for Graham on one page, and wanting to scream at them on the next. Even the most perfect matches have their category 5 moments.
I found I related to Quinn a lot. More than i’ve ever related to the struggles of a book character before, which is surprising because where Quinn so desperately wants to be a mother, that is my absolute nightmare. But the strain that Quinn’s infertility puts on herself and on her relationship is akin to the strain i’ve felt in my own marriage because of a medical condition. The feelings of not being woman enough for her husband, of constantly letting him down, of their marriage being the thing that ruined his future, and of feeling the need to pull away from him and place this distance between them because of those thoughts. I found myself staring at the pages in disbelief that someone had actually put into words the thoughts that i’ve had in some of my darkest moments. And watching Graham desperately love the ghost of her, wishing he knew how to get her back broke me into pieces.
One emotional quote that really stuck with me:
If you’re looking for a sappy romance, i wouldn’t recommend this to you. If you’re looking for something real and beautiful and heartbreaking, absolutely pick this up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Infidelity, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Miscarriage
Moderate: Classism, Blood, Car accident, and Cursing
Minor: Death of parent
arthur_ant18's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
While All Your Perfects isn’t especially terrible (Maybe Someday still holds the spot as my least favorite CoHo novel) and I do think it handles Quinn’s infertility with enough respect, it just didn’t stir that many emotions in me and it wasn’t nearly as three-dimensional as CoHo’s other books. Plus, the infidelity and the overabundance of blatant sorrow are just a little too much. Seriously, why are these elements so thoroughly present in CoHo’s bibliography? I know people have criticized the ending for coming across as rushed, but I’m actually okay with it, particularly the hopeful epilogue. This may not be a CoHo read that I’ll recommend to others, but I don’t regret consuming it myself as an aspiring CoHo completionist.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Infertility, Infidelity, Miscarriage, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Medical content, Sexual content, and Medical trauma
Minor: Self harm
bwolf_05's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Miscarriage, and Infertility
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Alcohol, Medical trauma, and Cursing
sweetiekeke's review
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Medical trauma, and Miscarriage
hannalizzy's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
slow-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
This book was very emotional. I really empathized for the couple’s struggle with infertility, and the reader feels instantly invested in their journey through their marriage’s breaking point. I am happily in love, but always fear the possibility that in some distant future, I could find myself in a similar situation with the love of my life. The fact that they were able to overcome their greatest struggle gave me hope that my husband and I can always overcome any struggles that may hit us in the future. The couple’s emotions were so selfish and complex and deep and raw that I felt like it was a true story.
Compared to Hoover’s other works, this book left a little to be desired in my opinion. You definitely know you’re reading one of her earlier works while you’re reading it. Still enjoyable, and no doubt hopeful for those in a similar dynamic with their marriages.
Compared to Hoover’s other works, this book left a little to be desired in my opinion. You definitely know you’re reading one of her earlier works while you’re reading it. Still enjoyable, and no doubt hopeful for those in a similar dynamic with their marriages.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Infidelity, Pregnancy, Sexual content, Child death, Grief, Medical content, Medical trauma, Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic relationship
snuggledwithink's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Miscarriage, Infertility, and Medical trauma
Moderate: Miscarriage, Sexual content, Child death, and Medical trauma
Minor: Pregnancy, Blood, Car accident, Child death, Misogyny, Death of parent, Death, Grief, Infertility, and Infidelity
iiamyx's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Alcohol, Pregnancy, Toxic relationship, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Miscarriage, and Mental illness
justovereherereading's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This was my first CoHo read and I loved it!
It tackles the issue of infertility with sensitivity, honesty and care.
The characters Quinn and Graham were lovable and I loved reading the ‘now’ and ‘then’ parts of their story, giving a greater context to their relationship.
The author could have wrapped the book up with the perfect happy families ending, but I love that it was more realistic and sensitive to the struggle of infertility, it doesn’t always end with a baby and that’s ok, though painful. I love that for Quinn and Graham their love for each other was enough! 💕
It tackles the issue of infertility with sensitivity, honesty and care.
The characters Quinn and Graham were lovable and I loved reading the ‘now’ and ‘then’ parts of their story, giving a greater context to their relationship.
The author could have wrapped the book up with the perfect happy families ending, but I love that it was more realistic and sensitive to the struggle of infertility, it doesn’t always end with a baby and that’s ok, though painful. I love that for Quinn and Graham their love for each other was enough! 💕
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Infertility, and Miscarriage
Moderate: Medical trauma
Minor: Abortion
sleepysadpoet's review
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Tw: miscarriage, divorce, infertility
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This is my second CoHo book and at this point I'm convinced I will love every single one she's written. One of my fears for my own relationship is the possibility that if my partner and I decide we do want kids, that I wouldn't be able to have them. I know that we would likely be okay if I can't, but the fear is still there. This book is hard to read, but not as hard as It Ends With Us (iykyk). It's beautifully written, and has a beautiful ending. I know a lot of people don't like this book as much as her others, but I can't imagine why. Maybe because this is a harsh reality for a lot of AFAB people. But this book, along with her others, is clearly impactful.
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This is my second CoHo book and at this point I'm convinced I will love every single one she's written. One of my fears for my own relationship is the possibility that if my partner and I decide we do want kids, that I wouldn't be able to have them. I know that we would likely be okay if I can't, but the fear is still there. This book is hard to read, but not as hard as It Ends With Us (iykyk). It's beautifully written, and has a beautiful ending. I know a lot of people don't like this book as much as her others, but I can't imagine why. Maybe because this is a harsh reality for a lot of AFAB people. But this book, along with her others, is clearly impactful.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility
Moderate: Medical trauma and Miscarriage
Minor: Medical content