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hannahmichele5's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
sad
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? No
5.0
Beautiful, heartbreaking, angsty, hilarious, steamy, phenomenal, etc. etc. etc.
I might write a more coherent review someday but probably not. Fans of Emily Henry, Elissa Sussman, Tia Williams, and Ashley Poston (so, me) will INHAIL this book!
I might write a more coherent review someday but probably not. Fans of Emily Henry, Elissa Sussman, Tia Williams, and Ashley Poston (so, me) will INHAIL this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Suicide, Grief, Car accident, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cursing, Emotional abuse, and Mental illness
Minor: Drug use
belreadsbooks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Wonderfully paced and sprinkled with just the right amount of spice and tension - How To End A Love Story is an easy recommendation from me, especially for fans of Emily Henry (the fact that Kuang is set to direct the film adaption for Beach Read and is the screenwriter for the film adaption of People We Meet On Vacation should make you want to pick this up!).
How To End A Love Story is an endearing romance with a focus on acceptance, grieving, and personal growth. Kuang writes the leads in a way that makes them feel real, which is showcased through their complex past, shared trauma, and the evident tension between the two.
This debut was exceptional, kept me thoroughly engaged, and I truely cannot wait to see what Kuang brings out next!
I’m speechless and consumed by heartache. Thank you to both Netgalley and the publisher for the complimentary e-arc in exchange for an honest review. All opinions in this review are my own.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Suicide, Grief, and Car accident
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Cursing, Drug use, and Alcohol
bricrowder's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
This was easily my favorite book I've read so far this year! I have so many emotions and love for it!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the advanced copy of this book.
The book centers on Helen, an YA book author who is temporarily moves to LA to help write the scripts for the TV adaptation of her book series. She discovers that one of the other writers is Grant, who was tragically the person who hit and killed her sister thirteen years prior when they were teenagers. Even though it was an accident and not Grant's fault, there is obviously so much heavy tension and emotions from the trauma they've both endured in different ways.
Their relationship slowly builds from cold colleagues to friends, and then to so much more.
The book is extremely deep and complex. The author talks about death in such a brutally honest and refreshing way. It goes back and forth between funny and devastating. How there can be anger along with grief.
There were so many amazing, thought-provoking, and powerful lines that made me feel every emotion.
The characters are complex, flawed, and wonderful. I absolutely loved this book! It reminds me of a Emily Henry romance with another level of complexity, sadness, and love.
I can't recommend this book enough! It is every feeling. One of those books you will feel sad when you finish it because it's over and you know it will be hard to beat and compare to. I can't wait to read more by this author. Thank you again for the chance to read it!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the advanced copy of this book.
The book centers on Helen, an YA book author who is temporarily moves to LA to help write the scripts for the TV adaptation of her book series. She discovers that one of the other writers is Grant, who was tragically the person who hit and killed her sister thirteen years prior when they were teenagers. Even though it was an accident and not Grant's fault, there is obviously so much heavy tension and emotions from the trauma they've both endured in different ways.
Their relationship slowly builds from cold colleagues to friends, and then to so much more.
The book is extremely deep and complex. The author talks about death in such a brutally honest and refreshing way. It goes back and forth between funny and devastating. How there can be anger along with grief.
There were so many amazing, thought-provoking, and powerful lines that made me feel every emotion.
The characters are complex, flawed, and wonderful. I absolutely loved this book! It reminds me of a Emily Henry romance with another level of complexity, sadness, and love.
I can't recommend this book enough! It is every feeling. One of those books you will feel sad when you finish it because it's over and you know it will be hard to beat and compare to. I can't wait to read more by this author. Thank you again for the chance to read it!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Suicide
Minor: Drug use
michbrito's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicide, and Car accident
Moderate: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Grief
Minor: Drug use and Alcohol
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