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emilywemily6's review
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This was really cute but definitely written for a YA audience. I wish there was more depth to the experiences and side characters Lina encounters. The romance felt a little forced and insta-lovey (this whole book takes place over like a week??)- the pacing could have been a lot more believable. I loved the backdrop of Italy and while the mystery of Lina’s parentage and her mother’s experiences were predictable, it felt realistic and also fulfilling to come to a conclusion in the end. Lina was a bit stubborn to not treat Howard like a father figure at first which was a little frustrating to read. Overall, one of the best YA romances I have read but lacked some depth.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Pregnancy
Minor: Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Alcohol
haley49's review against another edition
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Ableism
pattyblom's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
The start of the book was not what I expected, but I really liked where it was going. Love the setting and that it takes place in Florence. It's more a journey of finding out more about her mother and her time in Florence through her journal, then a romance story. It reminds me of the book 13 little blue envelopes which I loved.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Pregnancy
hanjssick's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
- As partes do diário da mãe da Lina são chatas porque eu não ligo pra ela, o livro não me mostra a personalidade dela o suficiente pra me gerar interesse.
- Na cena da festa houve um assédio que não teve importância alguma pra trama e não foi trabalhado em nenhum momento.
- O triângulo amoroso e a rivalidade feminina serviram apenas para encheção de linguiça.
Não teve nem um pedido de desculpas da parte da Lina. O Ren tava puto com ela e só resolveu perdoar porque sim, parecia que a autora não via a hora de terminar.
Um livro de romance clichê adolescente feito de qualquer jeito.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Death of parent
Minor: Sexual assault
marlene27's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
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? It's complicated
4.0
this book is cute and sweet but it is a little childish, it was enjoyable
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Cancer
esterslibrary's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Grief, and Death of parent
the_castle_library's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
My overall rating for romance is 💖💖 This is an adorable Summer coming of age with a mix of romance. I didn't want to put it down, even in the heaviest parts because I needed to know what happened next. Some parts were pretty predictable though.
• Friends to lovers
• Lost love
• Family secrets
• Summer romance
• Summer trip
• Self-discovery
• Unexpected feelings
• Family by choice
• Friends to lovers
• Lost love
• Family secrets
• Summer romance
• Summer trip
• Self-discovery
• Unexpected feelings
• Family by choice
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Medical content and Death of parent
Minor: Sexual assault and Sexual harassment
whodis_peyton's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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: Cancer, Grief, Death of parent, and Abandonment
mills33's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-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? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, and Sexual harassment
auroraaa's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
5.0
AAAAA READ THIS BOOK!!!!!! Lina and Ren had AMAZING chemistry throughout the whole book! Also, I loved the drama of that journal. I read this with my friend as a buddy read which made it more fun. So fun to talk about the book while reading it. ANYWAYS!! If you are looking for a fun YA book to read over the summer, I would recommend this ALL THE WAYYY!! Such a cute book. Only complaint is that it took about 110ish pages for me to really get into it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual assault and Sexual harassment