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This one was fine, but there were enough elements that I did not care for that it is a 2-star read for me.

I was initially interested in following the breadcrumbs to see what happened to Owen, but as things started unravelling, I was disappointed. First off, I didn't love the fact that he disappeared, leaving an angry teenaged daughter with her stepmom of ONE YEAR, telling his wife to protect this kid who has been a total asshole to her.

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I don't care for organized crime books, so realizing that was ultimately the reason for his disappearance was a letdown. It was also very frustrating that he just... never comes back and forces the main character to finish raising his daughter. I know that she was wholeheartedly on board, but I believe the timeline was that they had known each other for a total of maaaybe two years? You are really going to just trust that this person will take care of your child?

With that said, the elements that I liked were enough that I will probably try another book by this author.

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1.0

A somewhat interesting story made into a snoozefest and eye rollathon. How many times can you write “And that stops him”?? Well, “I clock that” Dave can write the same inane phrases repeatedly with no remorse!

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4.0

Loved this book! It was so cute, and heartbreaking and thoughtful. It was unlike anything I’ve ever read before. There were plenty of twists I never expected. The ending was perfect. It was a little slow in some spots for me. I’m excited to read more from this author!

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2.0

This book started off with a lot of promise but halfway through it took an odd turn and completely lost me.

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5.0

I loved this book! It’s so hard to describe my feelings for it without giving any spoilers (but I’ll try). The story started off gradually, much like Hannah and Bailey’s relationship. I thought their bond grew out of necessity, but Hannah truly became her mother in trying to protect her, which was her father’s wish. I found Laura Dave’s writing both exciting and steady, if that makes sense - it was a page turner but at the same time there was so much to think about within those pages about families and our choices. I surprised myself when I didn’t cry at the end but it was definitely bittersweet. This was a book on my TBR list that I really wish I didn’t wait so long to read because it was fabulous!

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medium-paced

4.0

callieluhman's review against another edition

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2.0

What?
Need more info. Is Owen the bad guy or Nicholas, also who leaves their daughter? No one. And the ending that wasnt really an ending? No thank you.

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