Scan barcode
grace33's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Ableism, Pregnancy, and Sexual content
Moderate: Suicide and Death of parent
Minor: Abortion, Toxic relationship, and Emotional abuse
jennireadsmaybe's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
My most favorite HBY by far!! Out on a Limb is an absolute treasure (arrrrr!). I know that this surprise pregnancy took the romance world by storm when it came out, and it's so deserved!! This book taught me more about loving others and what that looks like in any relationship.
Win, the fmc, has a limb difference like HBY. HBY shares her raw and honest thoughts in an author's note before the book and it makes the story that much more special. Win's journey to motherhood may not look like what we're used to in romance but it's important and necessary that it gets to take up space on shelves around the world. I love her so much! She's laugh-out-loud funny, compassionate, and the kind of character that I wish was real so I could have her in my life.
The people were right when they said Bo is the perfect book boyfriend. Ha! Everything he does proves just how much he loves Win. From splitting finances equitably, to constantly surprising her with not-so-wanted but necessary expensive gifts. He's a sweet man with a huge heart (and other things ;)). A romance that's all about being chosen by the person you love. I will be screaming about this from the rooftops for the remainder of my life. Everyone should read it!
Win, the fmc, has a limb difference like HBY. HBY shares her raw and honest thoughts in an author's note before the book and it makes the story that much more special. Win's journey to motherhood may not look like what we're used to in romance but it's important and necessary that it gets to take up space on shelves around the world. I love her so much! She's laugh-out-loud funny, compassionate, and the kind of character that I wish was real so I could have her in my life.
The people were right when they said Bo is the perfect book boyfriend. Ha! Everything he does proves just how much he loves Win. From splitting finances equitably, to constantly surprising her with not-so-wanted but necessary expensive gifts. He's a sweet man with a huge heart (and other things ;)). A romance that's all about being chosen by the person you love. I will be screaming about this from the rooftops for the remainder of my life. Everyone should read it!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Cancer, and Sexual content
Moderate: Suicide, Death of parent, and Ableism
Minor: Emotional abuse, Abortion, and Toxic relationship
hellokaley's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- 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
2.5
I heard about this one on TikTok and it was highly regarded. And I’m in the minority here, but I didn’t like it. There is really nothing wrong with this book, it just wasn’t for me.
The story is centered around an accidental pregnancy and although I know the author tried to write a story that is greater than the trope, I found it a little boring. My favorite authors are able to build these rich characters and witty banter and unfortunately this one fell flat in this area.
I really loved the story around why the author wrote the book and how it connected to her own experiences with disability and motherhood.
May be worth a try, but I won’t personally recommend.
The story is centered around an accidental pregnancy and although I know the author tried to write a story that is greater than the trope, I found it a little boring. My favorite authors are able to build these rich characters and witty banter and unfortunately this one fell flat in this area.
I really loved the story around why the author wrote the book and how it connected to her own experiences with disability and motherhood.
May be worth a try, but I won’t personally recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy
Moderate: Cancer and Suicide
Minor: Abortion
sdupont's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is fantastic! Honestly criminal of me to have waited this long before reading it. I absolutely loved Win and Bo. They are just two of the most tender and sweet souls who clearly were meant to find each other. They find such small (and big) ways to support each other and show they care. Bo is so honest and vulnerable it hurts. He equal parts makes me want to wrap him up in a hug and have him take care of me. Win is so strong I appreciate her evolution throughout the story. I can’t even be mad that this book wasn’t dual POV because I think Bo’s would’ve made me spontaneously combust. Honorable mention to Sarah, may we all be lucky to have a friend like her. Also, it needs to be said this book offers up excellent banter you will laugh out loud and some quality spicy scenes. This book is an absolutely must read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy and Cancer
Moderate: Suicide, Ableism, and Death of parent
Minor: Abortion, Toxic relationship, and Vomit
vanesst's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy and Sexual content
Minor: Cancer, Suicide, Ableism, and Death of parent
kb33's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy and Sexual content
Moderate: Cancer
Minor: Suicide, Emotional abuse, Alcohol, Ableism, Death of parent, and Vomit
ivi_reads_books's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The most down-to-earth romance novel I have read in a while!
The characters are relatable and loveable. I maybe wouldn't even call this a romance novel. It was more aboutthe accidental pregnancy and how to tackle their future of co-parenting in a realistic way. Except, of course, the male lead is very tall, rich and a little overbearing which fits the romance stereotype.
The main charachters are very verbal in the bedroom. You've been warned
The characters are relatable and loveable. I maybe wouldn't even call this a romance novel. It was more about
The main charachters are very verbal in the bedroom. You've been warned
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Medical content, and Cancer
Moderate: Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Vomit, Grief, Death of parent, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Death and Cursing
joyyboyy's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
- 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
3.75
SPICY
Content Warnings
Minor: Suicide
levzies's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
4.2 ✨
2 🌶️
Audiobook - Hoopla library
Pregnancy trope • Golden Retriever • One Night
Words from hubby - “ This story is so sweet it’s giving me a cavity” ☺️ coming from the back of Chloe Walsh’s Boys of Tommen series I think he was expecting something bad to happen to these two.
• Drama free
• Couples who communicate
• Refreshing diversity
• annoying but cute bff
Great little pick me up / comfort read if you’re after something sweet! I personally love a dual POV and that would have been perfection for me but honestly it’s not required too (that’s just my own 👌🏻).
Pregnancy troupe is one that I tend to avoid but I’m slowly coming around to it. Love the representation, the light humor and the communication between this newly navigating couple. It’s refreshing to get uncomplicated stories and characters.
My first book by Hannah Bonam-Young and I look forward to picking up her other books.
* Spoiler
* Minor trigger - death of parent (suicide)
2 🌶️
Audiobook - Hoopla library
Pregnancy trope • Golden Retriever • One Night
Words from hubby - “ This story is so sweet it’s giving me a cavity” ☺️ coming from the back of Chloe Walsh’s Boys of Tommen series I think he was expecting something bad to happen to these two.
• Drama free
• Couples who communicate
• Refreshing diversity
• annoying but cute bff
Great little pick me up / comfort read if you’re after something sweet! I personally love a dual POV and that would have been perfection for me but honestly it’s not required too (that’s just my own 👌🏻).
Pregnancy troupe is one that I tend to avoid but I’m slowly coming around to it. Love the representation, the light humor and the communication between this newly navigating couple. It’s refreshing to get uncomplicated stories and characters.
My first book by Hannah Bonam-Young and I look forward to picking up her other books.
* Spoiler
* Minor trigger - death of parent (suicide)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy
Minor: Suicide and Death of parent
mels_reading_log's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? Yes
5.0
I absolutely hate the surprise pregnancy trope, so when I started this book and heard the warning from the author about pregnancy in the book, I almost put it aside. But Hannah Bonam-Young is amazing, so I gave it a chance and THIS is how you write a surprise pregnancy book!! Ugh, it was so good and the characters are lovely and so swoon worthy. I’m obsessed with Bo and his dad, maybe this should become a series and we could follow daddy Robert fining love in France. Just a suggestion…
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy and Sexual content
Minor: Vomit, Toxic relationship, Suicide, Cancer, Death of parent, and Grief