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annagracet's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
jacqueleenthereadingqueen's review against another edition
5.0
"It felt like we were both taking our pain and turning it into want for each other, giving what we could, taking what we needed, because nothing else was ours. I was too filled with self-hate, and he put everyone else before himself, but right there, in that moment, this was ours."
I'm a bit late to the party with Only for the Weekend. It came out back in August and it's been on my TBR since then, but I've had a busy few months with ARCs and haven't been able to get to it til now. Needless to say I'm slapping myself in the forehead for waiting so long because this book was just lovely. It dealt with some pretty heavy topics. It was raw and emotional. The romance was a journey for both Emerson and Sam. Both MCs experienced character growth, though in different ways.
You could feel the love blooming between the MCs as the story progressed. It was obvious these two men needed each other. It was an equal type of need despite the age gap between them. Sam needed someone who was just for him, while Emerson needed someone to help him heal his wounded soul. I loved how sunshiney Sam was no matter how growly Emerson could get. I especially loved how he didn't shy away from calling Emerson on his shit. The man needed it. The steam was plentiful, but also not too much. Riley hit the sweet spot with this one and I can't wait to read about Jasper and Sutton next in A Million Little Moments.
I'm a bit late to the party with Only for the Weekend. It came out back in August and it's been on my TBR since then, but I've had a busy few months with ARCs and haven't been able to get to it til now. Needless to say I'm slapping myself in the forehead for waiting so long because this book was just lovely. It dealt with some pretty heavy topics. It was raw and emotional. The romance was a journey for both Emerson and Sam. Both MCs experienced character growth, though in different ways.
You could feel the love blooming between the MCs as the story progressed. It was obvious these two men needed each other. It was an equal type of need despite the age gap between them. Sam needed someone who was just for him, while Emerson needed someone to help him heal his wounded soul. I loved how sunshiney Sam was no matter how growly Emerson could get. I especially loved how he didn't shy away from calling Emerson on his shit. The man needed it. The steam was plentiful, but also not too much. Riley hit the sweet spot with this one and I can't wait to read about Jasper and Sutton next in A Million Little Moments.
nilghias's review against another edition
4.0
I think this might be my favourite Riley Hart book. Em and Sam reminded me so much of Gray and Jonah from “Make Me Fall” by Riley Nash, they both have older grumps and younger sunshine’s. The narrator for this was so good and really put his whole heart into the emotional scene. There was no serious relationship angst either which I really enjoyed. I’m so looking forward for the next book in the series and I’ll be checking every day for the audiobook release.
sharingthebooklove's review against another edition
4.0
Okay
It had drama but was also sweet. I liked this but didn't love it...not sure why really ...seemed like I knew what was gonna happen right from the start
It had drama but was also sweet. I liked this but didn't love it...not sure why really ...seemed like I knew what was gonna happen right from the start
readbystace's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
slee907's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
seriously_booked's review against another edition
5.0
What a ray of grumpy/sunshine age-gap goodness!
I loved the dynamic between these men - vulnerable and so real. Each were hurting and trying to deal with traumas in their life; but whereas Emerson was broken and hiding, Sam was taking it day-by-day looking at life as optimistically as possible. Their approach was completely different but they both found something in the other to help them on their path to healing. It was an intense connection between two refreshingly mature men. Their passion was undeniable and anyone but them could see it was more than just physical right away. When they both finally opened their hearts to the other, it was simply beautiful.
I kind of guessed the crisis of the book, but was pleased with how it was dealt with because what could’ve been cliché was not. This book dealt with some serious issues, but it was done with such care.
I loved seeing the progression of their friendship to love to healing. Such an emotional story that left my heart so happy.
I loved the dynamic between these men - vulnerable and so real. Each were hurting and trying to deal with traumas in their life; but whereas Emerson was broken and hiding, Sam was taking it day-by-day looking at life as optimistically as possible. Their approach was completely different but they both found something in the other to help them on their path to healing. It was an intense connection between two refreshingly mature men. Their passion was undeniable and anyone but them could see it was more than just physical right away. When they both finally opened their hearts to the other, it was simply beautiful.
I kind of guessed the crisis of the book, but was pleased with how it was dealt with because what could’ve been cliché was not. This book dealt with some serious issues, but it was done with such care.
I loved seeing the progression of their friendship to love to healing. Such an emotional story that left my heart so happy.
scott_thelibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
I'm so happy that I was introduced to Riley Hart's books, especially this series. I'm so invested in these characters. After finishing this book, I immediately started the sequel, A Million Little Moments. I used to shy away from adult MM Romance books because I used to think they were only about sex, but I'm discovering these books are so much more. Yes, the spice sprinkled throughout the many story is fantastic and at times, delicious, but I never expected to feel so many emotions while reading these stories. I never expected to find myself relating to characters on such an emotional level.
Sam is such a precious soul that deserves everything in the world, and Emerson is way too hard on himself for things that are out of his control. I found myself relating to pieces of these characters as they developed throughout the story. I understand always putting everyone else's happiness even if that means you have zero joy left to give yourself like Sam, and I understand punishing yourself for past traumas that weren't yours to carry in the first place or believe you deserve unhappiness because of things out of your control. These types of connections with characters do not simply happen when you read. I've read plenty of books where I didn't feel connections with the characters on the page. These connections are created by an author's ability to transform their characters into realistic and authentic beings, whose stories unfold as the reader travels on the same journey and path destined for these characters.
Riley Hart is a master at making her readers feel emotion after emotion as they get to know her characters and the stories she's created. I'm so happy that I have the opportunity to hear these stories, and I highly recommend her books to anyone who wants to go on a journey of love, self-acceptance, and connection.
Sam is such a precious soul that deserves everything in the world, and Emerson is way too hard on himself for things that are out of his control. I found myself relating to pieces of these characters as they developed throughout the story. I understand always putting everyone else's happiness even if that means you have zero joy left to give yourself like Sam, and I understand punishing yourself for past traumas that weren't yours to carry in the first place or believe you deserve unhappiness because of things out of your control. These types of connections with characters do not simply happen when you read. I've read plenty of books where I didn't feel connections with the characters on the page. These connections are created by an author's ability to transform their characters into realistic and authentic beings, whose stories unfold as the reader travels on the same journey and path destined for these characters.
Riley Hart is a master at making her readers feel emotion after emotion as they get to know her characters and the stories she's created. I'm so happy that I have the opportunity to hear these stories, and I highly recommend her books to anyone who wants to go on a journey of love, self-acceptance, and connection.
coralied's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0