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The Goal by Elle Kennedy

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annabananadel's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring 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? No

3.75

“My goal, once upon a time, was to succeed. I didn’t realize that success wasn’t grades or scholarships or achievements, but the people I was lucky enough to have in my life.”

When the ending of The Score ended with Tuck saying "I'm going to be a dad.", I was immediately put off. Unexpected pregnancy was a trope I don't venture to. But when my cousin said that the story is also a good one, I said, ok why not just try it out. I did finish it in two days though. But that's always because it's on audiobook and for some reason, I breeze thru all the Off-Campus books easily. This might not be my favorite but I must say that if you already started the series, just do yourself a favor and read thru this one as well. I could have missed out a lot if I didn't read this because it finally answered the questions on what Tuck was about during the previous book. Sure, Sabrina isn't my favorite FMC but she is goal-oriented and driven. She really want to achieve her goal (okay now it makes sense why the title is such). No baby or parenting would come between her and her goal of being a top-notch lawyer, for sure.

Tuck and Sabrina's love story ain't like the normal ones I've come across because they literally had a bump in between (a baby bump). I can see why Sabrina is hesitant to force Tuck into fatherhood but knowing and actually being inside Tuck's mind, he would do anything for her and their baby. Sabrina is one lucky girl to have gotten to have a "one-night stand" with Tuck because they are meant for each other. Tuck knew it but Sabrina needed a little more push to actually see it. By the end of the book, you really can't help but cheer for Sabrina to have the best life because after all her family's history, she needed one. Hopefully as well that Tuck's mom comes around.

Plus points for all the interaction with the former FMC and MMC! This is why I love reading a book series. It all ties together perfectly.

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bbygirl21's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted relaxing tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

Another fantastic read in this series. I enjoyed seeing Tucker being his nurturing self and I loved how protective he is of Sabrina and their kid. I can't decide whether I like Garrett or Tucker more. But I can say the first book is still my favorite so far. I also loved seeing Sabrina and Dean make amends. I've already started the last book, but I'm excited to continue it and finish up this series.

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brittinyh3711's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful tense 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? It's complicated

4.0

Probably my least favorite of the series so far. Alot of back and forth. Alot of internal yelling "go for it! Stand up for yourself! Tell him!" Now on to the last book :)

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katierosecrane's review against another edition

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challenging emotional informative inspiring tense 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? Yes

4.25

I found Sabrina to be a little annoying at times with her unwillingness to try a relationship. Tucker is amazing. I also wish some of the antagonists would be put in their place. I would like to have some of the plot lines to be expanded on.

Great message and lovely book overall.

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ajboyd_'s review against another edition

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challenging dark funny medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Ever since I've started reading the Off-Campus series by Elle Kennedy this year, I have never thought "There's no way Kennedy could top these two characters as a couple". As much as I have done every time I open the next book in the series. Then the next. Then the next.

But every time, she somehow succeeds in doing so.

Favourite relationship? Hannah and Garrett--no brainer there.

Favourite Guy? Toss-up between Fitzy and Beau (RIP King. You were my husband throughout the series and I hoped you would have gotten your own book.)

How could you, Kennedy?

Favourite Girl? Definitel Grace. What a GirlBoss. Love her so much <3

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glmarie0428's review against another edition

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dark emotional funny hopeful 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? It's complicated

4.0

This is a banger for being the last of the series with the boys, even though I am aware there is some sort of a reunion novel “The Legacy”. Tucker is such a sweet man and such an amazing father and there is something that just hits different about someone being a good partner and father. Sabrina is also such a badass as a person, she is a hard worker and I honestly want to be her when I grow up minus the accidental surprise pregnancy.

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odi's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted slow-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

3.75

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tayloraddison's review against another edition

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challenging emotional hopeful informative inspiring 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

4.0

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rachrreads's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective medium-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? It's complicated

5.0

“My goal, once upon a time, was to succeed. I didn’t realize that success wasn’t grades or scholarships or achievements, but the people I was lucky enough to have in my life.”

Honestly I liked this one more than 2 &3. Book one is still my favorite though. Normally I hate the pregnancy trope, but this was done right in my opinion. I also liked that Sabrina was so independent and focused on doing things for herself. Her tenacity and stubbornness were so easy to relate to.

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basicnikki's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted medium-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? Yes

3.75

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