Reviews tagging 'Addiction'

Ghosted by J.M. Darhower

36 reviews

ariana_m's review against another edition

adventurous emotional inspiring medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was amazing! I enjoyed reading this so much. I don't like second chances romances , I don't actively look for them but this was really good. For some reason I pictured this book taking place in the early 2000s because that's what it reminded me of lol.  I loved the way the past timeline of Kennedy and Jonathan's relationship was told. I thought that was a really unique way of showing the past timeline. It wasn't boring at all which I loved. I loved all of the characters. Their daughter Maddie was so adorable and actually written as a child which was great because some authors write five year olds who talk like they're 45.

I also really liked the second chance aspect in this book. The reason why they broke up was very valid which is another reason why I think I enjoyed reading this so much because the number one reason why I hate second chance romances is because most of the time the reason why the characters broke up in the first place is so stupid. I liked the reconnection between them. Overall this was a really great read and I'd highly recommend. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction and Alcoholism

mariaaherondale's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Drug abuse, and Drug use

chloelj27's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction and Alcohol

Moderate: Drug abuse, Drug use, and Pregnancy

Minor: Sexual content, Suicide, Car accident, and Death of parent

bookbratkat's review against another edition

emotional hopeful reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Daaang that was good. I listened on audio, which was just perfection. Joe Arden and Maxine Mitchell are a dream team of stellar performers. But the STORY?! So good!! It’s a second-chance romance featuring a single mom and the child’s dad. I loved the redemption storyline. Like, the dude majorly messed up when they were younger and it’s a tough story to listen to/read about, but the payoff is worth it. 

Brief synopsis (I don’t think these are spoilers?): famous actor reconnects with ex and their daughter after recovering from a few years of addiction and being waaaay too deep in the Hollywood drug/party/constantly working scene. It’s cute, some spice, and definitely an HEA.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction and Drug abuse

Minor: Pregnancy

starlit_pathways's review against another edition

emotional funny inspiring relaxing sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Cursing, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Stalking, and Alcohol

Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, and Pregnancy

Minor: Sexual assault and Sexual harassment

anaya_reads's review against another edition

challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I really liked this book. From my reading history you can tell I don’t read a lot of second chance romance but I enjoyed this one. I loved his redemption and how it wasn’t solely focused on her but also in their child. I will say I do wish Kennedy was kinder to his recovery but honestly I don’t blame her with all she went through and gave up for him. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Child abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Car accident, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail

drishthings's review against another edition

4.5

perfect mix of emotions and humour 
i absolutely loved the kid 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction and Drug abuse

juliana_'s review against another edition

emotional reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

This was a well written second chance romance. Their past was sad, but their love for each other was beautiful. I love both of the characters and their growth throughout the story. I highly recommend this book. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Addiction

bookswith_hollie's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Car accident, Pregnancy, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Forced institutionalization, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Death of parent

darshana's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Addiction

Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, and Abandonment

Minor: Emotional abuse