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bendy_bookworm's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, and Alcohol
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Death of parent
Minor: Miscarriage
lifeofchrstnlvly's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
A man's legacy shouldn't be determined by how much money he made or how successful he was, but rather by the memory he left behind and the way he made people feel.
This was Cal's book, not Cal and Lana's. Only Cal's. The character development that Cal underwent was lacking in Lana.
Cal needs a partner who can support him with his addiction. Lana failed to recognize this and did not fully support him. This highlights the issue of people not equating mental illness with physical illness. If someone has cancer, they receive support and assistance, but in the case of mental illness, specifically addiction in this book, why can't Lana do the same?
I don't support addiction. I empathize with Lana's past and Cal's past behavior, but Cal needs a supportive partner now. Lana isn't doing enough to support him, and addicts need a strong support system. If Lana truly loves Cal, she should be there for him inspite and despite of.
I appreciate the accurate portrayal of addiction and sympathize with Cal's struggles. However, Lana's character lacks depth and seems limited to taking care of Cami. The constant back-and-forth in Lana's thoughts about trusting Cal became tedious to read, making the book too long. Although she wants to be a baker, her character development is lacking, and there is little chemistry between her and Cal.
Additionally, I would appreciate translations for any Spanish words, phrases, or sentences. Not everyone understands Spanish, and while some Spanish words can be deduced from the context of the conversation, it would be helpful to provide accurate translations. The book is quite lengthy, likely due to the inclusion of Lana's thoughts, so adding translations should not be an issue.
To put it simply, I found this book disappointing. As the final installment in the Dreamland Billionaire series, I had hoped for an epic conclusion to an otherwise great romance series. While Cal was fine and I did like him (although Declan remains my favorite Kane brother), Lana's constant back-and-forth thoughts about her trust issues with Cal were unbearable. Without Cal, I would have DNFed this because of Lana. Lana's handling of Cal's addiction was irritating and intolerable. The book was too long and could have been told more effectively with 150 fewer pages.
This was Cal's book, not Cal and Lana's. Only Cal's. The character development that Cal underwent was lacking in Lana.
Cal needs a partner who can support him with his addiction. Lana failed to recognize this and did not fully support him. This highlights the issue of people not equating mental illness with physical illness. If someone has cancer, they receive support and assistance, but in the case of mental illness, specifically addiction in this book, why can't Lana do the same?
I don't support addiction. I empathize with Lana's past and Cal's past behavior, but Cal needs a supportive partner now. Lana isn't doing enough to support him, and addicts need a strong support system. If Lana truly loves Cal, she should be there for him inspite and despite of.
I appreciate the accurate portrayal of addiction and sympathize with Cal's struggles. However, Lana's character lacks depth and seems limited to taking care of Cami. The constant back-and-forth in Lana's thoughts about trusting Cal became tedious to read, making the book too long. Although she wants to be a baker, her character development is lacking, and there is little chemistry between her and Cal.
Additionally, I would appreciate translations for any Spanish words, phrases, or sentences. Not everyone understands Spanish, and while some Spanish words can be deduced from the context of the conversation, it would be helpful to provide accurate translations. The book is quite lengthy, likely due to the inclusion of Lana's thoughts, so adding translations should not be an issue.
To put it simply, I found this book disappointing. As the final installment in the Dreamland Billionaire series, I had hoped for an epic conclusion to an otherwise great romance series. While Cal was fine and I did like him (although Declan remains my favorite Kane brother), Lana's constant back-and-forth thoughts about her trust issues with Cal were unbearable. Without Cal, I would have DNFed this because of Lana. Lana's handling of Cal's addiction was irritating and intolerable. The book was too long and could have been told more effectively with 150 fewer pages.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Sexual content, and Alcohol
Minor: Drug use, Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
hellowildflower's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Sexual content, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Toxic relationship
Minor: Cancer, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, and Miscarriage
hannahwhiteyy's review against another edition
emotional
informative
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
pros:
- the spice was *chef's kiss*
- cal was my favourite kane brother
- iris, declan, rowan, and zahra cameos!!
- seth didn't get a redemption arc (slayyy)
- accurate representation of substance abuse disorders
cons:
- WAY TOO LONG!! DOES A ROMANCE BOOK NEED TO EXCEED 500 PAGES??
- miscommunication trope :(
- the spice was *chef's kiss*
- cal was my favourite kane brother
- iris, declan, rowan, and zahra cameos!!
- seth didn't get a redemption arc (slayyy)
- accurate representation of substance abuse disorders
cons:
- WAY TOO LONG!! DOES A ROMANCE BOOK NEED TO EXCEED 500 PAGES??
- miscommunication trope :(
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Sexual content, and Alcohol
Minor: Miscarriage, Vomit, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
deluna's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, and Outing
Minor: Miscarriage
krosebooks's review against another edition
challenging
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
The second book in the series is by far the best. This is the second best because:
- It intertwines all of the series characters into the book
- Some cheesy predictable aspects in the book, (mostly towards the end) but not terrible
- For how long the book was it didn't feel like it was too much, went by fast
- I liked how it was different from the other books in the series because instead of the typical woman of interest Lana was different.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Cursing, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Miscarriage, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Alcohol
claire_fitzgibbon13's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
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? Yes
5.0
Definitely my fav book out of the trilogy. Cal has always been my favourite brother with his flirty humour but I loved seeing a deeper side to him. Also I love Cami with my whole heart and Lana is amazing.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Sexual content, and Alcohol
Moderate: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Miscarriage, Physical abuse, Violence, Medical content, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Abandonment
__lucebrennan's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Just when I though the series couldn’t get better… I’m so sad to be saying goodbye to the Kane family but absolutely adored this book! Asher perfectly weaves heartbreak, laughter and spice together and I can’t wait for more from her!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism
Minor: Miscarriage
marthabethanreads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Alcohol
Moderate: Drug abuse, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Miscarriage
izziepng's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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? Yes
4.0
I was so pumped to read Cals books even though I don’t really like second chance romances
I loved seeing Declan and Iris again in this book (their book is still my fave)
********SPOILERS AHEAD*********
The whole town hating him was interesting to me like cause is it a small town but Cal also said it had turned into a city when talking to Wyatt I have no clue I guess it could just have been the ogs that hated him but still
If I was Lana I do not know what I would do about him coming back tbh AND TRYING TO SELL HER HOUSE but also like I probs would of sold it as soon as Cami got into the rich ass school
Cami was cute and i’m glad she wasn’t made into like a to smart child that gives like weirdly good life advice at 5 that authors make their child characters do sometimes
Also thought Lana’s sister would be more involved kinda like how Things We Never Go Over her sister was like a villain you know but i was pleasantly surprised .
I loved seeing Declan and Iris again in this book (their book is still my fave)
********SPOILERS AHEAD*********
The whole town hating him was interesting to me like cause is it a small town but Cal also said it had turned into a city when talking to Wyatt I have no clue I guess it could just have been the ogs that hated him but still
If I was Lana I do not know what I would do about him coming back tbh AND TRYING TO SELL HER HOUSE but also like I probs would of sold it as soon as Cami got into the rich ass school
Cami was cute and i’m glad she wasn’t made into like a to smart child that gives like weirdly good life advice at 5 that authors make their child characters do sometimes
Also thought Lana’s sister would be more involved kinda like how Things We Never Go Over her sister was like a villain you know but i was pleasantly surprised .
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Sexual content, and Alcohol
Moderate: Drug abuse and Death of parent
Minor: Mental illness, Miscarriage, and Pregnancy