dianereadsfantasy 's review for:

Beach Read by Emily Henry

5.0

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As someone that loves their father but knows he has his faults, this book hit me straight in the heart. January’s relationship with her parents was so touching. Seeing her grow through the grief of losing her father definitely tugged on my heart strings. I imagine myself also falling a part and not knowing how to function after the loss of one of my parents. I also love how her relationship with Gus evolves over the book. This is a heart tugging, beautiful love story amidst two people who are grieving different loses. As a divorcee I also understand how Gus feels and could really relate to what he was going through. I’m glad he was able to experience real love, it’s even more special after having an empty marriage (I speak from first hand experience). “When I watch you sleep, I feel overwhelmed that you exist,” made my heart ache. This book will definitely make you feel in all of the best ways.