The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
kgc8's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I picked up this book without being familiar with the books it spins off from (Sarina Bowen's True North series) and it can be read as a standalone. The characters are thoughtfully depicted, and so is how mental illness and an abusive relationship can affect many members of a family differently. The MMC is a domestic abuse survivor, which is not very common in romance books, and lent an interesting perspective. While I appreciate that therapy is a key part of resolving some of the couple's challenges, the end of the book is rushed. By the epilogue 6 months later suddenly everything is fine and everyone is well-adjusted and forgiven.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, and Domestic abuse
canra's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
Quirky romance about a young lady, Haley, who, in seeking out the perfect coffee beans for her employer, runs into her sister's ex-boyfriend, Beck. What happens next is a great story. Heavy on some mental health issues, but evolves into a beautiful love story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide attempt, Mental illness, and Toxic relationship
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