tsodeur's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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? It's complicated
4.75
“That's life. You're always making decisions, taking paths that lead you away from the rest before you can see where they end. Maybe That's why we as a species love stories so much. All those chances for do-overs, opportunities to live the lives we'll never have. “
Another lovely escapist novel by Emily Henry. I’ll never not read her stories. The laughs, the tears, the witty and flirty banter between characters. It is everything I want and need from novels.
Another lovely escapist novel by Emily Henry. I’ll never not read her stories. The laughs, the tears, the witty and flirty banter between characters. It is everything I want and need from novels.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content, Pregnancy, and Death of parent
Minor: Body shaming, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Grief
leannanecdote's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Grief
courtneyfalling's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I liked this more than I expected to! I think Emily Henry writes “romances” that actually often hit hardest as late-20s coming of age stories: how to grapple with past emotional wounds within the dual career and family pressures of modern middle/upper-class white femininity. Which, yeah, not the most radical, but can make for an emotionally earnest story much beyond the basic romance arc. Like, I ended up really rooting for Nora and Charlie together. I loved the development and banter and believed in them.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Grief
rlou'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? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Grief
megcarrick's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
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? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Sexual content, Grief, Panic attacks/disorders, Pregnancy, and Medical content
katelynndzindzio's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-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
5.0
The only thing I can say about this book is that it was PERFECT. I loved the character development and the journey they went on. I didn't see the ending coming at all, I just assumed it would be like every other relationship Nora had. I was surprised and in awe to say the least.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Grief, and Pregnancy
embelle's review against another edition
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
5.0
Queen Emily Henry has done it again….I was hooked within the first few pages, and absolutely devoured this book. Book Lovers had me smiling, laughing, emotional, contemplating, just all of the things. These books are so relatable, funny, heartwarming, reflective of the human experience - Emily Henry is just magic. Charlie may also now be my #1 Emily Henry love interest (sorry Gus)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Sexual content, Death, Death of parent, Grief, Medical trauma, and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Abandonment
robyn_vennard's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, Cursing, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Alcohol, Panic attacks/disorders, and Medical content
Minor: Sexual harassment, Vomit, and Suicidal thoughts
dvano's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Death of parent
caitlinmetselaar's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Grief
Rivals to friends to lovers trope, this book is perfect when you want a relaxing vacactionbook, but it qlso contains a message and personal development