em184's review against another edition
4.5
Julia Whelan is the queen of narration for a reason and her own books really highlight that - the range she has is such a joy to listen to
I really enjoyed this story, I flew through the majority of it, there was a long period where I wasn't sure if we'd get a happy ending and I was going to riot, but we got there in the end even if it was painful at times
- student X teacher (kinda)
- we had a one night stand and don't want a relationship but I think we should keep doing this
I really enjoyed this story, I flew through the majority of it, there was a long period where I wasn't sure if we'd get a happy ending and I was going to riot, but we got there in the end even if it was painful at times
- student X teacher (kinda)
- we had a one night stand and don't want a relationship but I think we should keep doing this
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer
Moderate: Death of parent and Death
sadiejericho's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
3.25
I love Julia’s narration and really enjoyed Thank You for Listening. This book was well done. I’m personally not into major medical problems as the focus of romance books (I’d say this barely qualifies as romance if you’re looking for the standard beats, banters, and tropes). Not necessarily a bad thing, just a flag if you’re looking to escape into something light and swoony this isn’t it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Death
Moderate: Death of parent and Car accident
just_marmalade's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer
rahanahava's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? No
4.5
Julia Whelan, again, for the win.
4 1/2 stars (I deducted 1/2 a star for being broken after reading it).
I went in blind and have to say this book wrecked me. Love always comes to those when they least expect it and when they’re not looking for it.
Hug the ones you love while you can. Make sure “I love you” are the last words spoken. Make sure the path you’re on is the path you want to be on for yourself and not the path you’re expected to be on or the path others think you should be on. Your motivations should always be for yourself first.
Writing was quippy as ever (as always) and getting to hear her read her own words just added to the excitement I had to go on this journey. She’s an always and forever writer for me.
4 1/2 stars (I deducted 1/2 a star for being broken after reading it).
I went in blind and have to say this book wrecked me. Love always comes to those when they least expect it and when they’re not looking for it.
Hug the ones you love while you can. Make sure “I love you” are the last words spoken. Make sure the path you’re on is the path you want to be on for yourself and not the path you’re expected to be on or the path others think you should be on. Your motivations should always be for yourself first.
Writing was quippy as ever (as always) and getting to hear her read her own words just added to the excitement I had to go on this journey. She’s an always and forever writer for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer
alreadsitall's review against another edition
adventurous
2.0
I expected to like this as much as "Thank You For Listening," but was really disappointed. It's well written and I think good for fans of Jojo Moyes (like the description states). I'm just not one of those fans.
I liked the first half of the book, but once the twist came about I knew what was going to happen (and I was right). I felt like there was almost too much going on at times, but not enough explanation of anything. Her campaign work was interesting, but not explained. Her time at Oxford was also interesting, but it's as if she went to a class once and then never again.
I also found myself not caring about any of the characters as the story went on. Ella didn't have much of a personality. Jamie's personality seemed to only be "rich, posh, and" Even the side characters could have been fleshed out more.
Julia's narration, as always, gets 5 stars. She's an amazing narrator and I love listening to her books. Unfortunately, the story itself here was lacking for me.
I liked the first half of the book, but once the twist came about I knew what was going to happen (and I was right). I felt like there was almost too much going on at times, but not enough explanation of anything. Her campaign work was interesting, but not explained. Her time at Oxford was also interesting, but it's as if she went to a class once and then never again.
I also found myself not caring about any of the characters as the story went on. Ella didn't have much of a personality. Jamie's personality seemed to only be "rich, posh, and
Spoiler
dyingJulia's narration, as always, gets 5 stars. She's an amazing narrator and I love listening to her books. Unfortunately, the story itself here was lacking for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Death of parent, and Cancer
kimveach's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
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? Yes
4.5
I loved this book. Julia Whelan is one of my favorite narrators, and I also like her writing. The beginning of the book seemed like a typical romance, but it had so much more than that. It was a delightful "listen."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Sexual content, Classism, Suicidal thoughts, Cancer, Chronic illness, Death, Death of parent, Grief, Terminal illness, Medical content, Medical trauma, and Vomit
Moderate: Car accident and Bullying
leahjanespeare's review
2.0
This was so bad.
Or I guess you could say it was very good - if you like stories with sad endings, cancer, and death.
I should have looked at the actual description and not blindly trusted the author based off Thank You For Listening (which is one of my fav romances). Anyway: Nicholas Sparks fans will love this. Don't expect anything good to happen, and you'll have a blast.
Or I guess you could say it was very good - if you like stories with sad endings, cancer, and death.
I should have looked at the actual description and not blindly trusted the author based off Thank You For Listening (which is one of my fav romances). Anyway: Nicholas Sparks fans will love this. Don't expect anything good to happen, and you'll have a blast.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer
mikori's review against another edition
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Cancer, and Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual content and Sexual harassment
Minor: Vomit
froukjereads'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? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer