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serenity81's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
slow-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
bexbookrex's review against another edition
5.0
Owl's Slumber, Nicky James
Excellent portrayal of anxiety and panic attacks! Finn was so relatable; battling a deep seated fear, overcome by anxiety. Aven was his rock in the fight to regain control of his life.
Fantastic story! 5/5
Medium heat. 2/5
Highly relatable characters! 5/5
Mild angst. 2/5
Well written. 5/5
Excellent portrayal of anxiety and panic attacks! Finn was so relatable; battling a deep seated fear, overcome by anxiety. Aven was his rock in the fight to regain control of his life.
Fantastic story! 5/5
Medium heat. 2/5
Highly relatable characters! 5/5
Mild angst. 2/5
Well written. 5/5
tinkcourtney's review against another edition
5.0
Thought-provoking
I’m loving Nicky James’ books dealing with unusual phobias or conditions. Before reading this, I couldn’t even grasp how someone could possibly have a fear of sleep, but she clearly did her research and it was gripping and plausible.
Both characters were lovable, and their connection was pretty much instant. Aven spent much of the book supporting Finn through his issues, so it was nice to get to see Finn return that support at one point. The ending left a smile on my face. Looking forward to the next one!
I’m loving Nicky James’ books dealing with unusual phobias or conditions. Before reading this, I couldn’t even grasp how someone could possibly have a fear of sleep, but she clearly did her research and it was gripping and plausible.
Both characters were lovable, and their connection was pretty much instant. Aven spent much of the book supporting Finn through his issues, so it was nice to get to see Finn return that support at one point. The ending left a smile on my face. Looking forward to the next one!
fuzzywilson's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident, Medical content, Drug abuse, Grief, Sexual content, Cursing, Alcohol, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail, Panic attacks/disorders, Vomit, Death, and Homophobia
laura_editor's review
5.0
Così intenso da rimanere senza fiato
Ho davvero fatto fatica a staccarmi da questo romanzo, perché ogni pagina ti lascia con la necessità di capire come possano evolvere i personaggi.
Conoscevo il disturbo di Finn perché, da persona con manie particolari, ogni tanto sfoglio le pagine di Wikipedia legate a fobie, disturbi d'ansia e cose leggere così, ma non mi ero mai soffermata a pensare a quanto un disturbo legato al sonno può essere invalidante.
Qui l'autrice descrive così bene le sensazioni del protagonista da essere riuscita a fare provare ansia anche a me.
Che dire poi di Aven? Meraviglioso nella sua determinazione a restare vicino a Finn.
Assolutamente da leggere.
Ho davvero fatto fatica a staccarmi da questo romanzo, perché ogni pagina ti lascia con la necessità di capire come possano evolvere i personaggi.
Conoscevo il disturbo di Finn perché, da persona con manie particolari, ogni tanto sfoglio le pagine di Wikipedia legate a fobie, disturbi d'ansia e cose leggere così, ma non mi ero mai soffermata a pensare a quanto un disturbo legato al sonno può essere invalidante.
Qui l'autrice descrive così bene le sensazioni del protagonista da essere riuscita a fare provare ansia anche a me.
Che dire poi di Aven? Meraviglioso nella sua determinazione a restare vicino a Finn.
Assolutamente da leggere.
layla87's review
4.0
4 stars for the book
5++++ stars for the audiobook.
Adam Gold is SPECTACULAR.
I remember being fascinated with this series back when I read years ago. Especially sleep phobia which was something I hadn't heard of before.
I can't even imagine being in Finley's shoes. I love my sleep...and not sleeping gives me severe migraines. Being actually afraid of going to sleep would probably make me crazy.
I adored Aven. He's a perfect boyfriend and his support of Finn was heartwarming.
Big winner for me. On to book 2.
5++++ stars for the audiobook.
Adam Gold is SPECTACULAR.
I remember being fascinated with this series back when I read years ago. Especially sleep phobia which was something I hadn't heard of before.
I can't even imagine being in Finley's shoes. I love my sleep...and not sleeping gives me severe migraines. Being actually afraid of going to sleep would probably make me crazy.
I adored Aven. He's a perfect boyfriend and his support of Finn was heartwarming.
Big winner for me. On to book 2.
aufmane's review against another edition
Kind of sad, kind of boring, too emotional without enough action.
msjessc's review against another edition
the MC with the phobia is a closed off, disaster, angry, scared, jerk. The author tells us that MC2 is falling in love with him because he enjoys the time they are together. Only, we never see that as the reader. The only times we're there for are breakdowns and screaming and shoving away MC2. They never had a previous relationship- this is all it's been and if MC2 likes this flaming dumpster of a relationship then there are even bigger issues. I cannot. Everyone loves this book so it must be me.