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rocknphoto's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
turquoiseavenue's review against another edition
5.0
Heartfelt, heartwarming, witty, cute and fun! This profound, poignant, inspirational new novel from popular author, Nicole Deese, is deeply emotional in all the right ways.
When you read a story that makes you sob those over-the-moon-happy tears, you know it’s a good one. Nicole Deese had me laughing, crying and sighing...This story touched my heart and overwhelmed me in the most tender way, leaving a beautiful impression on my soul. From her lovable characters to sharing a glimpse into the the desperate needs teenagers face after aging out of foster care, the heart and soul of this novel is simply incredible.
Molly and Silas' wit, their charm, their love, their wildly different personalities and deeply relatable struggles kept me enamored and addicted to this story. I loved witnessing the personal growth each character experienced. In addition, the narration to the story is so compelling, readers feel as they are right there in the moment with the characters, feeling the big emotions and experiencing them as if it were real life.
Nicole disperses romance, struggles, wit and humor evenly throughout the story to create a novel that readers feel, not just read.
All That Really Matters dives into the very real need that is present in communities all over the country for mentorship and housing for teenagers who’ve aged out of the foster care system and often have no one in their corner. Deese brings the heart of that matters to the surface while demonstrating ways to become involved and help. I found this tender, sweet and so relevant to the world we live in today.
All That Really Matters touched my heart. I simply can’t say enough about this novel.you simply MUST read this book for yourself!
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author and publisher in as part of the author’s launch team. All thoughts are my own and I was not required to post a positive review.
When you read a story that makes you sob those over-the-moon-happy tears, you know it’s a good one. Nicole Deese had me laughing, crying and sighing...This story touched my heart and overwhelmed me in the most tender way, leaving a beautiful impression on my soul. From her lovable characters to sharing a glimpse into the the desperate needs teenagers face after aging out of foster care, the heart and soul of this novel is simply incredible.
Molly and Silas' wit, their charm, their love, their wildly different personalities and deeply relatable struggles kept me enamored and addicted to this story. I loved witnessing the personal growth each character experienced. In addition, the narration to the story is so compelling, readers feel as they are right there in the moment with the characters, feeling the big emotions and experiencing them as if it were real life.
Nicole disperses romance, struggles, wit and humor evenly throughout the story to create a novel that readers feel, not just read.
All That Really Matters dives into the very real need that is present in communities all over the country for mentorship and housing for teenagers who’ve aged out of the foster care system and often have no one in their corner. Deese brings the heart of that matters to the surface while demonstrating ways to become involved and help. I found this tender, sweet and so relevant to the world we live in today.
All That Really Matters touched my heart. I simply can’t say enough about this novel.you simply MUST read this book for yourself!
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author and publisher in as part of the author’s launch team. All thoughts are my own and I was not required to post a positive review.
infusionofviolets's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Addiction
Minor: Drug abuse, Drug use, Alcohol, and Abandonment
lizisreadingagain's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
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
5.0
authoramyearls's review against another edition
5.0
Based on the cover, I assumed this was a nonfiction book, but it turned out to be one of the best romantic comedies I've ever read. Funny, charming, and full of lessons that relate to most people in this social media age, I will definitely be reading more by this author.
brittsbooknook's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
-Dual POV
-Beauty influencer
-Foster care / adoption focused
-Growth and forgiveness
-Faith
It took me a bit to end up starting this book because I wasn't sure how interested I would be in reading about a social media influencer. But this was a great read! I loved the focus on kids aging out of the foster care system and the MMC having been adopted from foster care. I loved Molly and her twin brother Miles relationship. I'm looking forward to reading book #2 that focuses on Miles.
-Beauty influencer
-Foster care / adoption focused
-Growth and forgiveness
-Faith
It took me a bit to end up starting this book because I wasn't sure how interested I would be in reading about a social media influencer. But this was a great read! I loved the focus on kids aging out of the foster care system and the MMC having been adopted from foster care. I loved Molly and her twin brother Miles relationship. I'm looking forward to reading book #2 that focuses on Miles.
farmfreshlisa's review against another edition
5.0
I cannot recommend this book enough. One of the few rare 5 ⭐️ I give. I had tears rolling down my face more than once. This was such an excellent book. A book of casting away the facade the world tries to tell you is REALITY and embracing who we really are in God's eyes. It gave a very raw up-close look at the foster system--focused on those who age out. I felt like each of those kids were real. I know their stories are based on truth.
And how social media can be something to avoid, and yet something that can be a tool for a godly purpose.
I will definitely be checking out more by this new-to-me author...like the SEQUEL to this book which will be coming out April 2022.
And how social media can be something to avoid, and yet something that can be a tool for a godly purpose.
I will definitely be checking out more by this new-to-me author...like the SEQUEL to this book which will be coming out April 2022.
em_green's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
sad
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? It's complicated
4.5