A review by azileotulp
Beach Read by Emily Henry

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing 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? Yes

4.5

I had to read this book in sections as an assignment for my class, and I can't emphasize how difficult that was when I always wanted to read more. I loved January and Gus, and I'm always a sucker for the
"love interest has been hopelessly in love with main character for years while said main character actively dislikes them" trope.
One thing I found incredibly frustrating was
Gus' marriage. I don't necessarily hate that he was married, as he was technically separated, but the way that he confesses to January that he thought about going back to his wife while he was telling January that he actually chose her?? Why was he messing with my girl's emotions like that.
Overall, I was a huge fan, and I felt like this was one of the few books I've read that didn't feel rushed in the end, and everything I wanted to know more about was wrapped up.
(Although, I have to admit that I was kind of hoping for a little January and Naomi confrontation, but I can live without it.)
I really can't recommend this book enough. It's such a relaxing read that always seems to be moving forward but still doesn't move too fast.
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