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A review by theamyleblanc
The Other Side of Disappearing by Kate Clayborn
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
I received a copy of this story from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Clayborn's books seem to be hit or miss for me. I've been chasing the high of Georgie, All Along ever since I finished it but Beginner's Luck wasn't anything special for me.
Unfortunately, this book also lacked that special spark.
Jess and Adam are wonderfully nuanced characters! It was a treat to see how the events of their lives have shaped them in even the small details. The moments where they learned about each other for themselves, those were some beautiful and poignant moments. But I didn't connect with them. I wasn't emotionally invested in their story.
The supporting cast of characters were great but again, it was hard to connect with them.
I loved how Clayborn really explored all aspects of disappearing and familial relationships. It's a romance book that makes you think a little deeper. It has a light philosophical bent, which is unique but I think is the vibe that made it harder to for me to connect.
It almost feels like us readers were meant to stay outside the story, in the way Salem and Adam couldn't stay outside their podcasts.
This book is solid, it's enjoyable, and I'm sure there's a loving audience for it. It's just not one of my favorites.
Clayborn's books seem to be hit or miss for me. I've been chasing the high of Georgie, All Along ever since I finished it but Beginner's Luck wasn't anything special for me.
Unfortunately, this book also lacked that special spark.
Jess and Adam are wonderfully nuanced characters! It was a treat to see how the events of their lives have shaped them in even the small details. The moments where they learned about each other for themselves, those were some beautiful and poignant moments. But I didn't connect with them. I wasn't emotionally invested in their story.
The supporting cast of characters were great but again, it was hard to connect with them.
I loved how Clayborn really explored all aspects of disappearing and familial relationships. It's a romance book that makes you think a little deeper. It has a light philosophical bent, which is unique but I think is the vibe that made it harder to for me to connect.
It almost feels like us readers were meant to stay outside the story, in the way Salem and Adam couldn't stay outside their podcasts.
This book is solid, it's enjoyable, and I'm sure there's a loving audience for it. It's just not one of my favorites.