Review by tessa_talks_books - The Comeback Summer

emotional hopeful inspiring medium-paced

Bullet Point Review:

I loved the theme of sisterly bonds and relationships most of all. It made this story much more than a romance and had me reflecting on my relationship with my sister.
It's not a new story or unpredictable, but it hits all the right heartstrings. Stories like this rarely wow me with an original story, but I don't go into it looking for one. I wanted a story that would make me happy, and it did just that.
I also enjoyed the authenticity of the sister drama. If you have a sister, there will be drama, laughter, tears, and even anger, but behind it is a love that will last a lifetime.
The romances were lovely, but they were only secondary to the sisters' story to me.
The story is told from dual points of view, with each sister getting their chance to tell their story. This worked very well for my understanding of the dynamics.
The sisters, Hannah and Libby, are flawed, and through the story and the challenges they faced through the "Crush Your Comfort Zone" twelve-week program, their character development was just monumental. I loved watching them bloom in awareness as women and sisters.
The pacing was more of a happy medium but consistent, so there were never any moments when I felt like the story dragged on.
The story is set in Chicago and is so well-utilized that it feels as important as any character.