A review by bookobsessedmommy
You, Again by Kate Goldbeck

emotional funny lighthearted sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Ari and Josh cannot stand each other when they first meet, but they find solace together after life tosses them about. While Josh wants more, Ari is terrified more will end in disaster. Let the chase begin. Ari is so damaged, and I get her avoidant behavior to a certain extent, but I wish it was explored a bit more. Josh is a hapless romantic with some neurospicy tendencies, and a habit of losing himself in relationships. These people are a mess, and while that is relatable, some of their choices are so ridiculous. There's one scene where Ari isn't being honest with Josh about how she's feeling, and Josh isn't paying attention, and I was so uncomfortable. I know he can't read her mind, but it gave less than enthusiastic consent since we're in both their heads. The 'promiscuous bisexual' narrative was pushed to the edge for me as well. The discussion about marrying the person you want to be with when everything is shit resonates, but get you someone who can share the joy too. I'm torn on this one, because I enjoyed the writing style but some of the content is just annoying. I know this is based on When Harry Met Sally, so maybe if I read something that's all her own creation I'll get on with it better.