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ohtoasty's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Libby as a sister was an important character, I wish we got more conversations from her overall. The reveal at the end of the book was really surprising about her move. I did not catch on to that at all and everything clicking in and making sense at the end was nice. I like being surprised in the book. I was convinced alongside Nora that maybe she was divorcing her husband, I was really confused about all the personal time she demanded, and happy to have everything make sense in the end. I understood her frustrating about Nora worrying all the time, so not wanting to tell Nora everything for her to worry. But a big health issue for someone who is pregnant that then needs to be on a specific diet is an absolutely wild and unbelievable thing for Libby to do. I understand all characters have flaws, but that one felt too far. We didn't really hear enough from Libby consistently for me to be convinced of that. I liked Libby's ending overall, choosing something different for her family and having to make that tough choice.
Charlie was interesting enough. I'm glad we didn't get his perspective throughout the book, it was really clear how he felt for Nora and I don't think I could have taken more pages of him pining for her but not being able to have her in that kind of way. It was sweet that he was trying to step in for his parents, struggling that he wasn't the kind of son they needed but still trying to be there for them. He was very patience with Nora in the will they won't they situations, but I think should have been more clear from the jump as to why he was interested but from a mental distance almost. I loved his banter, he was funny and I really saw the chemistry between the two of them and what they were both all about.
Overall very satisfied with the book, sans a few decisions here and there. Surprised overall how much I liked it.
Moderate: Sexual content and Pregnancy
Minor: Death of parent
1jessicabearx's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I am obsessed with this story and these characters! This was my first Emily Henry read and I can see why her writing has so much hype. I've never seen someone write comedy and banter so well! For Libby especially, I want to be her friend - the absolute comedy this girl comes up with had me rolling.
Such a beautiful perspective and plot line - Nora is the typical 'other woman' in all the Hallmark romances. The cliches were there but spun on their head which is so interesting to read. Some of the plot points are somewhat predictable because of this but not at all in the way you expect. The summer vibes in this book were all unmatched - definitely one to read on a sun lounger with a cocktail.
The romance was believable and just the right amount of enemies vs lovers. The spice scenes were detailed and a nice blend of well written literature and pure spice entertainment factor. I've got an annotation note here that says "this is too much for page 92" so clearly I was impressed with the level of romance and tension happening in the early stages of the enemies to lovers plot.
There were so many beautiful messages throughout, I really feel like my mindset has changed as a result of reading Book Lovers.
Graphic: Sexual content
bkeroackreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent and Panic attacks/disorders
tnemelce's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Sexual content, Death of parent, and Grief
Minor: Vomit and Alcohol
pikkumarja's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.0
Ehkä tällaisella kirjasomekielellä tämä kirja on rivals to lovers ja pikkukaupunkiromanssi. Tavallaan myös työpaikkaromanssi, vaikka tässä työpaikalla viittaan vaan kirjabisnesmaailmaan. Kemiaa päähenkilöiden välillä todella on ja välillä se saa potkimaan jalkoja.
Ja tietenkin ihana sisaruussuhde, josta tuli lisää syvyyttä kirjaan. Surun eri muodot ja toisesta huolehtiminen ovat sisarusjuonen kantavia teemoja.
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, and Sexual content
Moderate: Pregnancy and Medical content
gracescanlon's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol and Pregnancy
Minor: Misogyny and Panic attacks/disorders
missmarshey's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Death of parent and Sexual content
makaroni18's review against another edition
- 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
2.5
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent
kathrynw12's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Moderate: Sexual content
beetsbydwight's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, and Sexual content
Moderate: Grief and Pregnancy