gabbydelag 's review for:

Next to You by Hannah Bonam-Young

4.5

hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Every character was lovable. I’m glad that it was clear early on why Lane had such reservations about falling in love and seeing her work through those in real time was enlightening. Matt was an amazing MMC and the patience he had with Lane and the faith he had in their relationship was beautiful to see. Seeing how Matt loved and seeing the relationship with his parents was beautiful as well. Lane’s mom saying not to put Matt on a pedestal because it would make Lane feel as if she did not deserve him when she does was powerful to read. 

SPOILER ALERT ‼️ 

    so glad Liz left that monster