Reviews tagging 'Panic attacks/disorders'

Jamais Plus by Colleen Hoover, Pauline Vidal

293 reviews

cassafrassadilla's review against another edition

dark emotional funny hopeful sad tense fast-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

4.5

Okay, I didn’t want to like this book. I read it because the movie looked interesting and the beginning was just so quirky and strange and seemed to be written by a teenager. BUT I ended up reading this whole book in one day because the story captivated me quickly and was very fast paced. The way the author portrays dv as a cycle and how difficult it is to break is truly heartbreaking. But the end was so good, especially the addition of the epilogue. I would recommend this book.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, and Violence

Moderate: Physical abuse and Rape

Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Suicidal thoughts

ojudge's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I loved this book. I was tentative to read based on some things I had heard through the grape vine about the quality of the book, story, writing, etc. I’m glad that I tend to block out the opinions of others and read based on what I want to read - because otherwise I would have missed out on this incredible and riveting story. Colleen Hoover beautifully captures the heartbreak and tragedy that exists within the cycle of abuse. She also gives such life to the characters that you find yourself understanding Lily

and her desire to want to forgive Ryle for the harm he inflicts upon her.

Hoover realistically depicts the idea of loving your abuser and the internal struggle of doing what you know you should do for your own wellbeing and safety, versus what you want to be able to do for the love you feel for another person. The way that Hoover intertwined present day with Lily’s past helped to change the trajectory of the story and gave layers to the experience of the read. Amazing book and one that should be read by all who are able. It should definitely be kept in mind that individuals should practice self care before, during, and after reading. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Violence, Pregnancy, and Gaslighting

Moderate: Rape and Sexual violence

Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Blood, and Death of parent

hannahmai's review against another edition

challenging emotional hopeful sad tense fast-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

I cannot fault this book. It had me gripped from start to finish and took me by complete surprise with both the plot and the depth it reached. It left me feeling entertained, heartbroken and inspired.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse and Sexual content

Moderate: Death, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Medical content, Grief, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Addiction and Panic attacks/disorders

cj_underw's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional hopeful informative sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

Atlas deserved better.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Death of parent, and Gaslighting

Moderate: Infertility, Mental illness, Blood, Medical content, Pregnancy, and Alcohol

Minor: Cancer and Panic attacks/disorders

jaslikestoread's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This book takes you through a whole lot of emotions. Quite a lot of abuse in here and you would think people would learn from that, but they don’t. And that’s like life. Lily was almost following the same path as her mother. Allowing herself to be in an abusive relationship and then staying for as long as she did. Yes, she did eventually get out, but it took until her baby was born to make these decisions. There were times I was mad at Lily and there were times I cried with her. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Violence, Pregnancy, and Injury/Injury detail

csmoke85's review against another edition

reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual violence, and Toxic relationship

Minor: Death of parent and Pregnancy

sweater_swetha's review against another edition

emotional reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Mental illness, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Violence, Death of parent, and Alcohol

jenareynolds's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child death, Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Blood, Pregnancy, and Alcohol

abooklikeyou's review against another edition

emotional hopeful sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I'm still at a loss for words. I'm still confused as to how this book came out of left field, hit me like a whirlwind, and left me breathless. I'm convinced this is Colleen Hoover at her best.

I'm not a reader of books with excessive cursing and spicy scenes. I like my sweet, fluffy, relatable rom-coms. But this book... is the exception to my rule. Don't be misled. This is not a love story - at least, it's not what you think. There's more to it. While this was a difficult read at times, it was also incredibly eye-opening and impactful. Colleen handles the subject matter so well.

I encourage you, if you have not already, to read this book. This is a story that I'm convinced needs to be heard. I didn't understand people like Lily before, but I do now.

Highlights for me: the unique flower shop. the journal entries and the connections to Ellen/Dory. the strong female friendship. the empathy gleaned from secrets learned. the meaning of the title. that scene at the end with the questions (iykyk). And last, but certainly not least, considerate Atlas.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Cursing, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Violence and Alcohol

Minor: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Grief, and Pregnancy

brittinyh3711's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful reflective sad tense fast-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

5.0

Still 5 Stars. Can't wait for the movie!

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, and Pregnancy

Minor: Infidelity, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Medical content