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kristinwill962's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
miaxk's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
leah_grace07's review against another edition
4.0
I don’t typically enjoy books that are spilt about a romantic relationship, but the individual issues with the characters made it more interesting and unique. I liked the authenticity of their problems! I can’t wait to see what else Niven comes out with!!
notoriouskog's review against another edition
4.0
Loved it! While I wouldn't read it with my kids and wouldn't use it in the classroom, I would definitely recommend this. It's a solid 8+ due to the nature of some discussion, but Jack and Libby's interaction is definitely a learning moment. Two people from different worlds are forced together after one harasses the other during a game of "fat girl rodeo". Lots of twists and turns, but I'd even encourage my male readers to pick this up even if it looks like "chick lit".
amandanomaly's review against another edition
3.0
I read this book in (essentially) 2 days, which, with my schedule, is quite an accomplishment! I couldn't put it down. The chapters were quick and easily digestible, and the very significant issues that each character was dealing with, and how it divided and/or attracted them, was interesting. The ending...without giving anything away...was unique.
There are only two things about the book that I could complain about:
1) Libby seemed a bit TOO eager, especially for being a teen and having been removed from "a normal life" for most of her years, to lose her virginity, potentially to the first guy who showed any interest in her whatsoever. It was mentioned multiple times, otherwise I probably would have let it go in passing.
2) The "ah ha" moments weren't quite as "AH HA" as I expected them to be. I don't know if reading it so quickly affected the buildup for me, or if it was that way for others, too.
Those things being said, this book is a great way to spend the weekend.
(My review was unaffected by the hype surrounding this book, as I was not aware of such until after the fact.)
There are only two things about the book that I could complain about:
1) Libby seemed a bit TOO eager, especially for being a teen and having been removed from "a normal life" for most of her years, to lose her virginity, potentially to the first guy who showed any interest in her whatsoever. It was mentioned multiple times, otherwise I probably would have let it go in passing.
2) The "ah ha" moments weren't quite as "AH HA" as I expected them to be. I don't know if reading it so quickly affected the buildup for me, or if it was that way for others, too.
Those things being said, this book is a great way to spend the weekend.
(My review was unaffected by the hype surrounding this book, as I was not aware of such until after the fact.)
blurrypetals's review against another edition
5.0
This one felt a lot like a happier, more satisfying version of Eleanor & Park to me, which is the only Rainbow Rowell book I love, so that's saying something, in my opinion.
I'm having a rough time quantifying what this book was to me, truly. Everything was tied up in such a neat, satisfying way, I'm not left wanting for much of anything here. This was just so much chicken soup for the soul, my heart feels full, and I honestly can't ask any more from this book.
Libby and Jack were just...perfect for each other. I loved that Libby took absolutely no shit yet still managed to be vulnerable. I was certainly expecting the sort of character who was broken up over every little thing but, instead, she took her baggage and turned it into armor. She fought back, she spoke up, and that was amazing to me. I wish I was half as brave as she was.
I also thought Jack's arc was very, very interesting and I was surprised by how complex he was. I enjoyed the way his face blindness was described to the reader a lot, too.
They were both so interesting and their stories were told in such intricate a fashion I was incredibly impressed by the time I finished up.
Jorjeana Marie and Robbie Daymond narrated here and I thought they had a very palpable chemistry, which is extra cool to me because two separate narrators rarely have chemistry, seeing as they read in two different places at two different times, but Jorjeana and Robbie have it. The only other person I've ever seen that happen with is when Jorjeana and Robbie were each paired with Michael Crouch (They Both Die at the End for Robbie and Michael, And Then There Were Four for Jorjeana and Michael) so that's pretty rad.
I'd wholeheartedly recommend this one, for sure. It's awesome. I love these two characters and their issues and their relationship a lot. Like, a lot. Check it out.
I'm having a rough time quantifying what this book was to me, truly. Everything was tied up in such a neat, satisfying way, I'm not left wanting for much of anything here. This was just so much chicken soup for the soul, my heart feels full, and I honestly can't ask any more from this book.
Libby and Jack were just...perfect for each other. I loved that Libby took absolutely no shit yet still managed to be vulnerable. I was certainly expecting the sort of character who was broken up over every little thing but, instead, she took her baggage and turned it into armor. She fought back, she spoke up, and that was amazing to me. I wish I was half as brave as she was.
I also thought Jack's arc was very, very interesting and I was surprised by how complex he was. I enjoyed the way his face blindness was described to the reader a lot, too.
They were both so interesting and their stories were told in such intricate a fashion I was incredibly impressed by the time I finished up.
Jorjeana Marie and Robbie Daymond narrated here and I thought they had a very palpable chemistry, which is extra cool to me because two separate narrators rarely have chemistry, seeing as they read in two different places at two different times, but Jorjeana and Robbie have it. The only other person I've ever seen that happen with is when Jorjeana and Robbie were each paired with Michael Crouch (They Both Die at the End for Robbie and Michael, And Then There Were Four for Jorjeana and Michael) so that's pretty rad.
I'd wholeheartedly recommend this one, for sure. It's awesome. I love these two characters and their issues and their relationship a lot. Like, a lot. Check it out.
ataylor14's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
slow-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
2.5
I def had beef with this book... I will hate it until I die I js wasn't a fan maybe that my fault
1000unreadpages's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0