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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
Graphic: Sexual content
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Reading the special version with the author's notes sprinkled in throughout the pages gave me more insight and I think I ended up enjoying the book more than I would've if I'd read the regular version. The notes spoiled a little ("Hold on just a little longer, Bree") and gave reassurance ("Please trust me and finish the book") as well as talked about the process of some scenes or quotes, I really loved it. The story itself was an emotional rollercoaster, one page I was throwing the book across the room and the other I was giggling uncontrollably. There was some overly specific intimacy, but the author included it well. I highly recommend the special version, it brings a lot more to the experience. I was fully screaming at the epilogue & extended epilogue, my neighbors could probably hear me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Gun violence
Minor: Sexual assault, Violence
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Loved it especially the very angsty and emotional dialogues but also the fact, that the two main charcters actually communicated with each other
Gotta admit it was to much smut for my liking, but that's just a personal thing because I picked this book up for the angst
Also quite some comments about "male scent", "male instincts", etc..so if you ont't like that and can't ignore it mybe not the best choice for you
Gotta admit it was to much smut for my liking, but that's just a personal thing because I picked this book up for the angst
Also quite some comments about "male scent", "male instincts", etc..so if you ont't like that and can't ignore it mybe not the best choice for you
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Child abuse, Gun violence, Sexual assault, Sexual content
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Death, Pregnancy
Minor: Vomit
lighthearted
medium-paced
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
This book is very heartwarming. I loved how each character needed each other in the end and found peace and freedom.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Grief
lighthearted
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
It was a good read. Romance was good. IMO fairly safe plot twists but worth the read for the romance
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Car accident, Death of parent
Minor: Vomit
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
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:
Yes
It’s was a good book I just didn’t like how there wasn’t a plot. The whole book was Archer and Bree figuring out their relationship.
Lwk I was hoping that Archer would somehow recover his voice but of course that was stupid of me. I loved how it was love at first sight although Archer didn’t want to believe that. I feel like saying that Archer was a virgen was not it since dude went all in and caused Bree to be turned on so many times and it seemed like he knew what he was doing. I hate Travis he’s so stupid and selfish like why would he said Archer to a strip club just because he’s jealous? Stupid. And although Travis did try to say sorry to Bree I don’t believe he’s genuine. I love the girl Bree goes to party they’re so nice and the guy she meets toward the end is so damn respectful I love him. I also love Maggie, Norm and her neighbor they’re all so nice and supportive. I wish Bree could stay more in contact with her best friend since clearly they love each other. Idk I just felt like something was missing and it wasn’t the best. The only part I sobbed was the letter Archer wrote to Bree saying that he left like why? I get his point but my dude. Idk if I can say he’s my husband but yea. Could’ve been better if they was an actual plot to the story.
Lwk I was hoping that Archer would somehow recover his voice but of course that was stupid of me. I loved how it was love at first sight although Archer didn’t want to believe that. I feel like saying that Archer was a virgen was not it since dude went all in and caused Bree to be turned on so many times and it seemed like he knew what he was doing. I hate Travis he’s so stupid and selfish like why would he said Archer to a strip club just because he’s jealous? Stupid. And although Travis did try to say sorry to Bree I don’t believe he’s genuine. I love the girl Bree goes to party they’re so nice and the guy she meets toward the end is so damn respectful I love him. I also love Maggie, Norm and her neighbor they’re all so nice and supportive. I wish Bree could stay more in contact with her best friend since clearly they love each other. Idk I just felt like something was missing and it wasn’t the best. The only part I sobbed was the letter Archer wrote to Bree saying that he left like why? I get his point but my dude. Idk if I can say he’s my husband but yea. Could’ve been better if they was an actual plot to the story.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content
challenging
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Did you like Twilight, New Moon? No? Then you'll also not like Archer's Voice!
About half way through you'll start to realise Archer suffers from chronic Edward Cullen Syndrome - and he's down bad.
Spoilers ahead!!
This book is about 100 pages too long and at times felt like I was trudging through mud towards a finish line I was no longer excited to reach. On other occasions, mainly Archer's POV, the writing felt purposeful and was striking that emotional chord just right. Then, we'd be back with Bree and I'd stagger through pages of her fawning over Archer's washboard abs and wish for Sheridan to focus on the narrative she started 4 pages ago.
Dialogue was clunky and awkward one moment, then poetic and stood off the page the next. I was often off-put and took a red pen to multiple pages. I get the impression it was neglected by its editors somewhere in the middle where things get mundane and swimmy.
I'm personally afflicted by a debilitating case of lesbianism. All the talk of masculine scents and that bit in the bonus epilogue about cavemen near enough made me gag. I did speak to my own mother about this and turns out it's a me issue. Unsurprising.
What this book lacks in its external world building is not made up for by Bree and Archer's relationship, in my opinion. Somewhere towards the end, Bree mentions having "best friends" in town, implying a closeness with Melanie and Liza. Besides Liza's presence serving the story zilch, as an audience we're privy to them hanging out, what, 3(?) times the entire story. Yes, I know they often came to visit the diner but I genuinely liked them and thought they could have been incorporated much more effectively. Give me a dog walk with Melanie as Bree confides in her about kissing Travis or teaches her a phrase in sign language or something. Anything. They just sort of... existed.
Same with Natalie and Jordan. This is when my frustration with Sheridan's writing was reaching its peak. Why on Earth introduce us to Natalie, Avery and Jordan in Bree's first chapter and then proceed to feed us one liners about Natalie until they meet up for Bree to head back to Ohio. I was perplexed. I liked Natalie. Her "Hey babes" were keeping me going for the short while she was in Pelion. I can't help but think Sheridan forgot about them until she rememebered Bree is victim to an unsolved robbery gone awry and realised that storyline needed a resolution.
Archer Hale disappearing for 3 months to find himself was necessary and I enjoyed it as a twist. Him getting shot by Bree's ab*ser however... no. Hasn't the poor man been through enough? It felt like a means to an end and, yes, I'm angry about it. And right after Anne almost pops her cloggs? I don't have the words to explain the frustration I felt.
About half way through you'll start to realise Archer suffers from chronic Edward Cullen Syndrome - and he's down bad.
Spoilers ahead!!
This book is about 100 pages too long and at times felt like I was trudging through mud towards a finish line I was no longer excited to reach. On other occasions, mainly Archer's POV, the writing felt purposeful and was striking that emotional chord just right. Then, we'd be back with Bree and I'd stagger through pages of her fawning over Archer's washboard abs and wish for Sheridan to focus on the narrative she started 4 pages ago.
Dialogue was clunky and awkward one moment, then poetic and stood off the page the next. I was often off-put and took a red pen to multiple pages. I get the impression it was neglected by its editors somewhere in the middle where things get mundane and swimmy.
I'm personally afflicted by a debilitating case of lesbianism. All the talk of masculine scents and that bit in the bonus epilogue about cavemen near enough made me gag. I did speak to my own mother about this and turns out it's a me issue. Unsurprising.
What this book lacks in its external world building is not made up for by Bree and Archer's relationship, in my opinion. Somewhere towards the end, Bree mentions having "best friends" in town, implying a closeness with Melanie and Liza. Besides Liza's presence serving the story zilch, as an audience we're privy to them hanging out, what, 3(?) times the entire story. Yes, I know they often came to visit the diner but I genuinely liked them and thought they could have been incorporated much more effectively. Give me a dog walk with Melanie as Bree confides in her about kissing Travis or teaches her a phrase in sign language or something. Anything. They just sort of... existed.
Same with Natalie and Jordan. This is when my frustration with Sheridan's writing was reaching its peak. Why on Earth introduce us to Natalie, Avery and Jordan in Bree's first chapter and then proceed to feed us one liners about Natalie until they meet up for Bree to head back to Ohio. I was perplexed. I liked Natalie. Her "Hey babes" were keeping me going for the short while she was in Pelion. I can't help but think Sheridan forgot about them until she rememebered Bree is victim to an unsolved robbery gone awry and realised that storyline needed a resolution.
Archer Hale disappearing for 3 months to find himself was necessary and I enjoyed it as a twist. Him getting shot by Bree's ab*ser however... no. Hasn't the poor man been through enough? It felt like a means to an end and, yes, I'm angry about it. And right after Anne almost pops her cloggs? I don't have the words to explain the frustration I felt.
Would I recommend it? Potentially, to someone who loves YA romance with an interest in more mature themes. I'll never pick this book up again except to prove to my book group that the creases in the spine are from actually reading the book and not throwing it at a wall repeatedly.
Content Warnings
Minor: Alcoholism, Bullying, Cancer, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Blood, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Murder
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book is beautiful. It shows the effects of tragedy to a better in different levels not just physical but emotionally. It makes you think about what’s underneath someone’s silence and people’s triggers. I could not put it down the whole time I read it. Highly recommend it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Bullying, Death, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Sexual content, Medical trauma, Car accident, Death of parent, Murder
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Addiction, Bullying, Cancer, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Confinement, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Infidelity, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Grief, Medical trauma, Car accident, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, Alcohol
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Gun violence, Sexual assault, Death of parent