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withlivjones's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
slow-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
3.25
This was a cute and cheesy read. The two main characters were very well-written and relatable, and I really enjoyed the slow-burn progression of their relationship. Everything was super low-stakes, which was somewhat nice as it meant the book was nice and relaxing to read, but I did miss having a moment in the story where things go wrong for the protagonists, because any obstacles they encountered were very quickly resolved. Overall, this was a charming book, if a teensy bit dull at times.Â
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content, Car accident, and Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent
marmellowreads's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Death
chloelj27's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
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
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity, Car accident, Death of parent, and Medical content
becca_thegrimreader's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.0
A cute will they won’t they book that many will enjoy. Rebecca and Jack are neighbours who don’t quite get off on the right foot.Â
Rebecca is a focused career woman. Working in marketing she seems to be able to do it all. Everyone around her tells her she has the upcoming promotion in the bag, but she’s not sure if she wants it. She’s still heartbroken after her relationship of sixteen years ended. Jack is a struggling actor who is waiting for his big break. His agent doesn’t do anything for him, his family are disappointed with his career choice, and he seems to be working 24/7 as a barman.Â
I liked watching Rebecca and Jack’s relationship turn from frosty civility to a friendship.Â
Both were in difficult places in their lives and found that they could be completely honest with one another about situations they had never told anyone else. Their friendship felt very natural, which is very hard to pull off in a book. Told from both their points of view, it’s hard not to be cheering them on.Â
I adored Clive! Although I liked Jack and Rebecca, Clive just stole the show for me. Their helpful neighbour Clive is such a wonderful background character that brought a different element to the book. Now in his eighties, living on his own, Clive’s social interaction revolves around chatting to his neighbours. His bubbly and friendly nature hides his loneliness.Â
Thank you to Netgalley and Orion Publishing Group for the copy of this book. My review is honest and unbiased.Â
Rebecca is a focused career woman. Working in marketing she seems to be able to do it all. Everyone around her tells her she has the upcoming promotion in the bag, but she’s not sure if she wants it. She’s still heartbroken after her relationship of sixteen years ended. Jack is a struggling actor who is waiting for his big break. His agent doesn’t do anything for him, his family are disappointed with his career choice, and he seems to be working 24/7 as a barman.Â
I liked watching Rebecca and Jack’s relationship turn from frosty civility to a friendship.Â
Both were in difficult places in their lives and found that they could be completely honest with one another about situations they had never told anyone else. Their friendship felt very natural, which is very hard to pull off in a book. Told from both their points of view, it’s hard not to be cheering them on.Â
I adored Clive! Although I liked Jack and Rebecca, Clive just stole the show for me. Their helpful neighbour Clive is such a wonderful background character that brought a different element to the book. Now in his eighties, living on his own, Clive’s social interaction revolves around chatting to his neighbours. His bubbly and friendly nature hides his loneliness.Â
Thank you to Netgalley and Orion Publishing Group for the copy of this book. My review is honest and unbiased.Â
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content
Minor: Death of parent
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