Review by jourdanicus - Out of the Woods

jourdanicus 's review for:

Out of the Woods by Hannah Bonam-Young

3.75

hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

A light, quick to finish read that I enjoyed, though I found myself wishing for more conflict. I don't mind when the MCs in a romance are already in love and are kind to each other; I don't need there to be cruelty or enmity as the source of conflict. It just felt like it was more told than shown in this story. Sarah supposedly resented Caleb, but that only manifested in them winding up at the week long couples retreat, and wasn't really shown in the way she acted towards him. There was more friction between the MCs and the outdoor environment than each other. I also found myself wishing for more closure on the experience of Sarah's mother dying; it seemed like that part of the story (told in flashbacks) was wrapped up rather abruptly.

I think this book would be great for any reader who is sensitive to too much interpersonal drama or arguing, and needs more of a gentle read (still with spice though!). Check the content warnings if sensitive to loss/grief or medical topics though.

Content Warnings