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sistatv's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Violence, Murder, and Death
bookwormingh's review
- 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
5.0
Overall this story had me emotional with how beautiful it was
Moderate: Cursing, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Abandonment, Death, and Violence
Minor: Abortion and Miscarriage
2treads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Moderate: Grief, Mental illness, Death, and Drug use
Minor: Abortion
qrb's review
- 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
5.0
Graphic: Mental illness and Toxic relationship
Minor: Abortion, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
wama's review
- 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? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Mental illness
now_booking's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
I really enjoyed the way Elias demonstrated his love for Cress - he’s definitely a gift giver and an extravagant lover, and I also loved Cress’s willingness to ride with Elias and trust him even when he didn’t trust himself with his condition. I think this book portrayed a realistic view of bipolar disorder from the challenges of living with it to the challenges of loving someone who’s affected by it. The support that Elias for from his brother and from Cress was an absolute delight.
This was a wonderful read for me and would have been 5-star if it hadn’t felt a little abbreviated after the initial “enemies” portion and post-honeymoon. Really recommend- excited for this series.
Graphic: Gun violence, Abandonment, Infidelity, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Murder, Toxic relationship, and Grief
Moderate: Stalking, Toxic friendship, and Torture
Minor: Death of parent and Trafficking
dawnstrickland's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I can't stop thinking about these characters! I absolutely loved the energy and determination from both Cress and Elias. This is a modern day marriage of convenience done right. Ms. Mills did a great job featuring a main character with a mental illness. The fact that Elias made his mental health a priority and was intentional in maintaining a strict regimen only endeared him to me on a deeper level. The loyalty and love that developed between Cress and Elias was a thing of beauty. The family business and drama heightened the stakes. I am already planning a re-read. This will definitely be one of my top reads of 2023!
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Toxic relationship, and Medical trauma
Minor: Death and Suicidal thoughts