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4.1 AVERAGE
4.1 AVERAGE
It’s too weird to be reading a smutty book about literal high school children
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Story moved very slow, plot was predictable, and the ending was completely disappointing.
emotional
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
I really liked this one, it was full of heartbreak and hard times and I like how it ended. I will say I had a few moments of "well that's actually not love but codependency" but overall I love the way this author writes and I could easily over look it!
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4.5⭐️
This was my first Mia Sheridan book, and I absolutely loved it! The story of two young lovers turned enemies, who later reconnect, completely captivated me. I adored the dual POV, and I craved every moment of Kyland’s yearning.
This was my first Mia Sheridan book, and I absolutely loved it! The story of two young lovers turned enemies, who later reconnect, completely captivated me. I adored the dual POV, and I craved every moment of Kyland’s yearning.
“You pierce my soul. I am half agony, half hope.”
AHHHHHHH!!! Sweet, sweet Kyland :’)
Beyond the romance, I loved the layers of complication and struggle in the characters’ lives. Even the minor characters left an impression—*cough* Buster *cough.* And characters like Shelly (ugh, my heart goes out to her), Jamie, and all the folks of the Appalachian mountains felt so real and memorable.
This book is heartbreaking, tense, and ultimately hopeful. The emotions… oh, the emotions. It explores the struggles of poverty and loss, but also selflessness and sacrifice. It isn’t just a YA romance—it’s about life, real challenges, and empathy, encouraging you to reflect deeply on how you live and consider others.
Overall, Kyland was a thought-provoking, bittersweet read that made me feel so much from start to finish. I did get a bit frustrated at times with sentences that felt unclear, but those moments were minor in comparison to the incredible story. Truly, it was a deeply moving and thoroughly enjoyable read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Grief, Abandonment, Sexual harassment
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-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:
N/A
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No