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sjvh's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- 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? It's complicated
3.0
aliu6's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars
Bella Hunt cannot believe who just showed up to her conflict resolution class - Easton Evans, looking every bit as pretty as she did back in high school, where she was the popular cheerleader that Bella had a crush on. Easton and her squad used to taunt Bella about her crush, but now, Easton doesn't even remember Bella. In fact, she's totally different and actually interested in Bella, and Bella can't seem to keep from falling for Easton all over again. But when their history is revealed, will it ruin their second chance at love?
This was a really fun read for me. I liked the build up to Easton finally realizing who Bella is. The characters also have great, easy chemistry, something I'm coming to discover that Georgia Beers is a pro at writing.
I definitely recommend this if you're looking for an easy and enjoyable read.
Bella Hunt cannot believe who just showed up to her conflict resolution class - Easton Evans, looking every bit as pretty as she did back in high school, where she was the popular cheerleader that Bella had a crush on. Easton and her squad used to taunt Bella about her crush, but now, Easton doesn't even remember Bella. In fact, she's totally different and actually interested in Bella, and Bella can't seem to keep from falling for Easton all over again. But when their history is revealed, will it ruin their second chance at love?
This was a really fun read for me. I liked the build up to Easton finally realizing who Bella is. The characters also have great, easy chemistry, something I'm coming to discover that Georgia Beers is a pro at writing.
I definitely recommend this if you're looking for an easy and enjoyable read.
jsjarvis71's review against another edition
5.0
I've read or listened to nearly everything that Georgia Beers has written. There are plenty of good stories out there from her, but by this story by far touched me in a way that her others haven't. I love stories that are nostalgic and have roots in our years as high schoolers. This story teases bits and pieces as the characters flashback now and again allowing you to see them when they were in high school, how one of the main character, Izzy (Bella) is treated as she is questioning her sexuality growing up and how she was teased and bullied by a group that included the girl that she fantasized about, Easton.
The two women meet as adults, only Easton does not recognize Bella, but Bella sure recognizes Easton. Her roughest days as a kid were spent trying to get away from her and her bullying friends. She decides not to tell Easton who she is and the two gradually draw closer to each other.
The story setup is so great. By the end, I was literally tearing up as I read the last few pages. Beers has artfully woven a beautiful story of redemption and love that I will certainly come back to many times.
I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a beautiful love story that shows the power of forgiveness.
I was provided an ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
The two women meet as adults, only Easton does not recognize Bella, but Bella sure recognizes Easton. Her roughest days as a kid were spent trying to get away from her and her bullying friends. She decides not to tell Easton who she is and the two gradually draw closer to each other.
The story setup is so great. By the end, I was literally tearing up as I read the last few pages. Beers has artfully woven a beautiful story of redemption and love that I will certainly come back to many times.
I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a beautiful love story that shows the power of forgiveness.
I was provided an ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
banrions's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this one for the most part. I think the main draw for me were the characters. Both leads were interesting, well fleshed out, likable, and their dynamic was full of chemistry.
I think, that, in general, above all else is what I know I’ll likely get from a Georgia Beers novel. I’ve read a decent amount of them by now, and while on the whole, I wouldn’t count them among my favs necessarily, they are always solid. I know (kind of) what I’m going to get: characters I like, both leads and side characters, and an interesting dynamic. The rest is kind of just window dressing. Sometimes it can be a little formulaic, but honestly, that’s not always a bad thing. Sometimes you want a comfort read where you kinda know the drill. Sometimes that’s exactly what you want!
For this one in particular, I think the “secret” conflict went on a little too long. That, or I would have really liked an epilogue to kind of pull things a little more together. I remember reading somewhere that in general, Georgia Beers goes for more “happy for now” endings rather than HEA, and that’s fine, but again, sometimes, you just want the comfort and escapism of a complete story, and in this one, I’d have really liked a little more character interaction with the side characters at the end. Particularly, Bella and Emma hardly spent much time together (makes sense, it’s early dating, why would they yet) but it would be nice to see kind of how that whole dynamic develops a little. And Bella’s friends meeting Easton is something I personally really wanted to see, and was bummed we didn’t. That said, the ending wasn’t bad or anything, just left me wanting a little more.
Lori Prince gave Easton one of my fav voices in her repertoire, and, honestly, most of the Georgia Beers books I’ve read had been narrations by her, and I think that is a huge part of my enjoyment of them. Probably gets the extra star just for her today.
I think, that, in general, above all else is what I know I’ll likely get from a Georgia Beers novel. I’ve read a decent amount of them by now, and while on the whole, I wouldn’t count them among my favs necessarily, they are always solid. I know (kind of) what I’m going to get: characters I like, both leads and side characters, and an interesting dynamic. The rest is kind of just window dressing. Sometimes it can be a little formulaic, but honestly, that’s not always a bad thing. Sometimes you want a comfort read where you kinda know the drill. Sometimes that’s exactly what you want!
For this one in particular, I think the “secret” conflict went on a little too long. That, or I would have really liked an epilogue to kind of pull things a little more together. I remember reading somewhere that in general, Georgia Beers goes for more “happy for now” endings rather than HEA, and that’s fine, but again, sometimes, you just want the comfort and escapism of a complete story, and in this one, I’d have really liked a little more character interaction with the side characters at the end. Particularly, Bella and Emma hardly spent much time together (makes sense, it’s early dating, why would they yet) but it would be nice to see kind of how that whole dynamic develops a little. And Bella’s friends meeting Easton is something I personally really wanted to see, and was bummed we didn’t. That said, the ending wasn’t bad or anything, just left me wanting a little more.
Lori Prince gave Easton one of my fav voices in her repertoire, and, honestly, most of the Georgia Beers books I’ve read had been narrations by her, and I think that is a huge part of my enjoyment of them. Probably gets the extra star just for her today.
stine_reads's review against another edition
4.0
*free copy received from netgalley in exchange for an honest review*
Georgia Beers is one of my favorites in this genre, and she doesn't dissappoint with The Do-Over. Her writing style is beautiful, and her characters are always so real.
This was a fun and dreamy read. To be recommended.
Georgia Beers is one of my favorites in this genre, and she doesn't dissappoint with The Do-Over. Her writing style is beautiful, and her characters are always so real.
This was a fun and dreamy read. To be recommended.
rsk1315's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide
sixphanel's review against another edition
3.0
I really, really wish I could give half stars, because this book deserves 3.5! Anyway, let's get to the point.
Both main characters were likeable, maybe not the teenage version of one of them, but the book shows that while teenagers can be cruel... in the end there's space to grow and realize the terrible things that have been done. They have good chemistry, that was nice to read.
Things I loved: The dogs, though. That was a huge plus! Please, more wlw books with rescue pups, please :D I need these in my life. Seeing the relationship with them was amazing, plus... having to take care of them, spending time with the animals... it's always nice to see that they're not just props. Kudos to that!
Things I didn't love as much: Although I enjoyed most parts of the story, although at times the secret part of it bothered me. But that might just be me, I get triggered by some random things others may or may not care about!
I got the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Both main characters were likeable, maybe not the teenage version of one of them, but the book shows that while teenagers can be cruel... in the end there's space to grow and realize the terrible things that have been done. They have good chemistry, that was nice to read.
Things I loved: The dogs, though. That was a huge plus! Please, more wlw books with rescue pups, please :D I need these in my life. Seeing the relationship with them was amazing, plus... having to take care of them, spending time with the animals... it's always nice to see that they're not just props. Kudos to that!
Things I didn't love as much: Although I enjoyed most parts of the story, although at times the secret part of it bothered me. But that might just be me, I get triggered by some random things others may or may not care about!
I got the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
kjanie's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5 stars
Did you have that person that you had an unrequited crush on in high school? I sure did. This book is a dream come true for all those that wonder about their high school crush, especially those of us hoping and wishing that our crush is wasn’t straight! While I think this was a good romance overall, I did have a few gripes with the story. Nonetheless, I think if you’re a fan of Georgia Beer’s like me, then this is another good pick. The romance was sweet, their was a lot of puppy love (like actual puppies) and the flirting was on point.
Fifteen years ago Bella was having an incredibly hard time in high school. She was being bullied, questioning her identity and had a crush on one of the girls that joined in making fun of her. Now years later she comes face to face with Easton, that very girl who she had a crush on. Easton can’t remember Bella at all, and even worse, the two seem to have fantastic chemistry. Should Bella tell Easton who she is? Should she give this woman a chance despite her making her teen years miserable?
I tend not to enjoy romance books where the characters met in high school, or high school drama is a main plot. As someone who had an awful time in high school, it really just isn’t a time taht I like to revisit in my romance. Nonetheless, I think this book handled it quite well. We got flashbacks from high school in which we can understand how both characters had a different high school experience. It also wasn’t a focus of the book, which I liked, with all of the chemistry and connection between the characters coming from their relationship in the present. My main gripe with the book though came from this high school plot line. I really hate unnecessary lies and miscommunication, especially when I feel like they are stretched out too long. I felt like this was the case with this book, with the high school storyline being stretched just to add the ‘compulsory’ drama at the 80% mark.
In terms of romance though, I think it was really sweet overall. While the chemistry wasn’t the greatest that I’ve read from Beers, it was still enough to keep me invested and rooting for the characters. In particular, Bella and Easton had really great and flirty banter. Overall, it was heartwarming, felt very genuine and put a smile on my face (which in the end is all I really want).
Did you have that person that you had an unrequited crush on in high school? I sure did. This book is a dream come true for all those that wonder about their high school crush, especially those of us hoping and wishing that our crush is wasn’t straight! While I think this was a good romance overall, I did have a few gripes with the story. Nonetheless, I think if you’re a fan of Georgia Beer’s like me, then this is another good pick. The romance was sweet, their was a lot of puppy love (like actual puppies) and the flirting was on point.
Fifteen years ago Bella was having an incredibly hard time in high school. She was being bullied, questioning her identity and had a crush on one of the girls that joined in making fun of her. Now years later she comes face to face with Easton, that very girl who she had a crush on. Easton can’t remember Bella at all, and even worse, the two seem to have fantastic chemistry. Should Bella tell Easton who she is? Should she give this woman a chance despite her making her teen years miserable?
I tend not to enjoy romance books where the characters met in high school, or high school drama is a main plot. As someone who had an awful time in high school, it really just isn’t a time taht I like to revisit in my romance. Nonetheless, I think this book handled it quite well. We got flashbacks from high school in which we can understand how both characters had a different high school experience. It also wasn’t a focus of the book, which I liked, with all of the chemistry and connection between the characters coming from their relationship in the present. My main gripe with the book though came from this high school plot line. I really hate unnecessary lies and miscommunication, especially when I feel like they are stretched out too long. I felt like this was the case with this book, with the high school storyline being stretched just to add the ‘compulsory’ drama at the 80% mark.
In terms of romance though, I think it was really sweet overall. While the chemistry wasn’t the greatest that I’ve read from Beers, it was still enough to keep me invested and rooting for the characters. In particular, Bella and Easton had really great and flirty banter. Overall, it was heartwarming, felt very genuine and put a smile on my face (which in the end is all I really want).
reneetc's review
4.0
The Do-Over is a sweet romance story to read when you don’t want something too angsty. Bella and Easton's chemistry is magnetic; no build-up needed. I loved how even their initial flirtations caused them to just...click. All of the other characters, including the four-legged ones, were likeable, which made the book that much more enjoyable to read and hard to put down. I can’t relate to the Bella had to endure nor wanting to be a member of the in-crowd during high school; however, I’m sure as hell glad those days are over!
Overall, good vibes all around with this!
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bullyingOverall, good vibes all around with this!