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Iubire ca la carte by Emily Henry

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yush's review against another edition

emotional reflective

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

I’m really loving Emily Henry’s books so far. They are as much stories of growth and healing from trauma as they are romances. They are hopeful and soul crushing, and I can’t get enough!

The plot line of the siblings different views on their childhood is so accurate and validating. The portrayal of love between families both chosen and blood is heartwarming. The character of Nora is so beautiful in her flaws and her fierce care.

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emotional funny 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

4.0

The last-page ache. The deep breath in after you’ve set the book aside.

NORA AND CHARLIE WERE SO CUTE!!!! their banter was so much fun and i have no complaints on the romance parts of the book as their relationship progressed naturally. it read like a hallmark movie and i was vibing.

ramblings about what bothered me—tldr: let my girls remain city, career-minded girls! stop taking them to small towns to “change them”. and unfortunately the sisters’ miscommunication was atrocious and overshadowed a lot of the romance parts which explains my star-rating.

some things that irked me so bad was (1) how the family angst and resolution played out and (2) how nora was considered “cold” to the very end. if she were a man, she’d be called ruthlessly ambitions and no one would say anything about her being career-focused, not wanting children, not wanting to move outside the city, etc. but because she’s a (tall) woman, she faced so much criticism, professionally and personally. i don’t understand how nora’s relationship with her sister libby is so revered when libby was one of those judgmental people that saw nora as cold and unfeeling. and how they made up so quickly which pissed me off so bad.

i understand why people love emily henry’s books and after reading this one, i can say it’s my favorite one to date.

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

As always, Emily Henry never fails. This was a fun read.

It reminded me a bit of The Proposal - enemies to lovers, small town, his family owns a local businesses.

I love Charlie. And Nora was very real - you love her for her flaws, vulnerability.

Bit if a rush at the end (better than dragging on) and slightly jumped in character development (but again, don’t want to spend too much time on this).

Overall, would recommend reading this book!

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective 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

5.0

Perfect rom-com! No infuriating tropes (I'm looking at you, miscommunication). Book Lover is a gentle story of two people with complementary careers and similar lifestyles falling in love, and two adult sisters working through grief and finding new ground for their relationship. It's almost a coming-of-age story for a woman who is afraid of self-discovery, but the options in front of her demand that she know herself well enough to accept the happiness, contentment, and lasting love being offered.

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