A review by carlynnnnne
Beach Read by Emily Henry

challenging dark sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

I don’t understand the hype around this book… it was a cool premise, but I found the characters depressing and their relationship to be toxic. I also didn’t like how their relationship was hinged mainly around sarcastic conversation. Again, just not healthy and overall seemed more like a trauma bond. Not a fault with the author or the book necessarily, but maybe just not my cup of tea. Definitely not a rom com if that’s what you’re looking for/expecting when going into this book like I was. It’s more in the straight fiction genre with a romance subplot. 

I did like the author’s note at the end. It made a little more sense of her headspace for the book. 
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