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niftyreads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
First impression review:
I found a new go-to pick-me-up romance read. I loved everything about this. The only thing I’m mad about is how long I waited to read it.
Full Review:
I had a few quick thoughts when I finished SECOND CHANCE YEAR by Melissa Weisner:
I’m so happy right now.
Katie, why did you wait so long to read this?
You must tell everyone about this book.
And now, because I know y’all are at the edge of your seats, I will elaborate on each thought 🤓
I’m so happy right now.
Tbh, so many smiles happened during this book, especially at the end! It is a Groundhog’s Day-esque book without the same-day repeating. Our FMC gets to redo a year, and every moment is handled with thought and humor. I just loved it!
Katie, why did you wait so long to read this?
Yes, sometimes I talk (yell) at myself in the third person, but this was deserved. So, shame on me for having the Netgalley arc and letting it sit by the wayside, but I’m doing much better at staying on top of those and catching up! This book was recommended on my Libby app and looked cute! (I had forgotten it’s on my past due Netgalley list I’m working through 🤦🏻♀️) And the audiobook was so cute!!!! So that was a definite win for me on many levels, haha.
You must tell everyone about this book.
Well, I already have been as I listened, when I finished, and now all y’all are officially hearing about it in this review! The story is so funny and heartwarming, with good arms and abs descriptions, a great found family, and the coolest way to become a cat lady. Plus, if you’re an audiobook person, Helen Laser does an excellent job as the narrator! I know where one of my Libro credits is going because this is one I’ll be listening to again!
Take my quick thoughts or the expanded version, but do yourself a favor and read SECOND CHANCE YEAR. It’s fun, and it made me smile and laugh so much. I hope it brings you the same joy, too!
I found a new go-to pick-me-up romance read. I loved everything about this. The only thing I’m mad about is how long I waited to read it.
Full Review:
I had a few quick thoughts when I finished SECOND CHANCE YEAR by Melissa Weisner:
I’m so happy right now.
Katie, why did you wait so long to read this?
You must tell everyone about this book.
And now, because I know y’all are at the edge of your seats, I will elaborate on each thought 🤓
I’m so happy right now.
Tbh, so many smiles happened during this book, especially at the end! It is a Groundhog’s Day-esque book without the same-day repeating. Our FMC gets to redo a year, and every moment is handled with thought and humor. I just loved it!
Katie, why did you wait so long to read this?
Yes, sometimes I talk (yell) at myself in the third person, but this was deserved. So, shame on me for having the Netgalley arc and letting it sit by the wayside, but I’m doing much better at staying on top of those and catching up! This book was recommended on my Libby app and looked cute! (I had forgotten it’s on my past due Netgalley list I’m working through 🤦🏻♀️) And the audiobook was so cute!!!! So that was a definite win for me on many levels, haha.
You must tell everyone about this book.
Well, I already have been as I listened, when I finished, and now all y’all are officially hearing about it in this review! The story is so funny and heartwarming, with good arms and abs descriptions, a great found family, and the coolest way to become a cat lady. Plus, if you’re an audiobook person, Helen Laser does an excellent job as the narrator! I know where one of my Libro credits is going because this is one I’ll be listening to again!
Take my quick thoughts or the expanded version, but do yourself a favor and read SECOND CHANCE YEAR. It’s fun, and it made me smile and laugh so much. I hope it brings you the same joy, too!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment, Gaslighting, Bullying, and Misogyny
btwnprintedpgs's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.0
This book definitely landed more in contemporary lit fic than it did in romance. While there is a romantic undertone, a lot of this book is our MC Sadie trying to figure out life.
I'm not generally a time travel girly or a holiday season reader, but I did like how this book really drove home the message that sometimes things happen for a reason. As Sadie starts her Second Chance Year, she starts to fold herself up and hide her true feelings in order to stop rocking the boat, because that's what resulted in the Very Bad Year.
I'll be honest, I liked her Second Chance Year. It might not have worked out the way she planned it, but she learned so much more through it and the finale felt all the more satisfying. It felt earned, even though she had to really go through it in order to get there.
The one thing I wish we had more of was Sadie actually talking through her feelings more, whether through her own narrative or a longer conversation with her friends/family. It would have made the bonds stronger and given us a bit more foundation for her relationships.
All in all, a solid read full of found family, chaos, and letting go of expectations.
TW: sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexism, alcohol consumption, racism; mentions death
eARC gifted via NetGalley by Forever in exchange for an honest review.
I'm not generally a time travel girly or a holiday season reader, but I did like how this book really drove home the message that sometimes things happen for a reason. As Sadie starts her Second Chance Year, she starts to fold herself up and hide her true feelings in order to stop rocking the boat, because that's what resulted in the Very Bad Year.
I'll be honest, I liked her Second Chance Year. It might not have worked out the way she planned it, but she learned so much more through it and the finale felt all the more satisfying. It felt earned, even though she had to really go through it in order to get there.
The one thing I wish we had more of was Sadie actually talking through her feelings more, whether through her own narrative or a longer conversation with her friends/family. It would have made the bonds stronger and given us a bit more foundation for her relationships.
All in all, a solid read full of found family, chaos, and letting go of expectations.
TW: sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexism, alcohol consumption, racism; mentions death
eARC gifted via NetGalley by Forever in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Sexual harassment, Sexual assault, and Alcohol
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Death
ashrad's review
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
4.75
This is my type of book. Lighthearted romance with a 30 something year old woman figuring out her life. I love a friends to lovers trope and a do over. A little cheese goes a long way with this gal! Not spicy and no language. 4.75 stars because I finished it, would recommended it, am looking forward to reading another book by this author, made me feel feelings, and no notes on things that left me wanting. It’s not quite a 5 star because I won’t be thinking about it for a long time, but it was very enjoyable and I liked it a lot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment
Moderate: Bullying
_eve_28's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual harassment
readingonthefly's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I liked it! This was a super short read, and easy to get into. I thought the premise of the book was similar to other time travel books (The Good Part) but had a few differences. Slightly heavier topics of sexual harrassement in the workplace and misogyny are covered in this book. Overall I did enjoy it but it’s not one that will be super memorable to me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment and Sexual assault
Moderate: Sexism and Misogyny
juanat77's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny, Alcohol, Bullying, Gaslighting, Sexism, and Sexual harassment
sifumimi's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment
thatbethguy's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
4.25
This was super cute and gave me early 2000s rom com vibes (as in, the golden era of rom coms, in my opinion). I really enjoyed it! Not one of my all time favorites, but I was surprised by how much I liked it.
You may enjoy this if you like:
* romances with the brother’s best friend trope
* romances with the he falls first trope
* Groundhog Day
* closed-door romances
* a great female main character with a lot of courage and heart
Be aware that this books contains:
* workplace sexual harassment
* strained/disapproving parental relationships
You may enjoy this if you like:
* romances with the brother’s best friend trope
* romances with the he falls first trope
* Groundhog Day
* closed-door romances
* a great female main character with a lot of courage and heart
Be aware that this books contains:
* workplace sexual harassment
* strained/disapproving parental relationships
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual harassment
jazzsilvestri's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment, Misogyny, and Sexual assault
nsusdorf's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual harassment