A review by yoloxokotl_xolos
Sammy Espinoza's Last Review by Tehlor Kay Mejia

emotional funny sad fast-paced

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

4.75

I love a romance novel with a lot of additional plot, emotional depth, and just generally things that are not solely linked to the love story and Sammy Espinoza's Last Review does all of that. There is definitely romance at the centre of the story but there is also a lot going on in Sammy's life that helps build her into a dynamic and relatable character. There is character development and growth and a lot of mess and flaws that are tied to the central romantic story but they also tend to be things Sammy needs to work on or process on her own. Does she always do this the right way? No definitely not. This book is full of mess and I found myself internally screaming at Sammy to stop or make a different choice but that's what makes this story so enjoyable. The characters a real, flawed people trying their best to make their way in a world where they don't always know what they want or how to get it while also slowly learning to trust each other. The narration was also great. Highly recommend if you enjoy messy romance and stories of growth in the vein of Seven Days in June or Yerba Buena.