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lyraggs's review
4.0
4.4
Una Ice Queen que rompe clichés.
En esta segunda parte vemos como se desarrolla la relación de Jules y Vivian, con lo comunes enfrentamientos de parejas y momentos románticos, pero a diferencia de otras historias, ambas protagonistas cuentan con "buena comunicación", no se quedan en malentendidos o se comportan como niñas por celos tontos o situaciones que escapan de sus manos, en si, dos mujeres maduras y responsables que empiezan a tener las cosas claras en como ira su vida.
Claro que hay dramas, con la tensión de que podría pensar pero también momentos interesantes y una buena química por parte de las dos.
Una Ice Queen que rompe clichés.
En esta segunda parte vemos como se desarrolla la relación de Jules y Vivian, con lo comunes enfrentamientos de parejas y momentos románticos, pero a diferencia de otras historias, ambas protagonistas cuentan con "buena comunicación", no se quedan en malentendidos o se comportan como niñas por celos tontos o situaciones que escapan de sus manos, en si, dos mujeres maduras y responsables que empiezan a tener las cosas claras en como ira su vida.
Claro que hay dramas, con la tensión de que podría pensar pero también momentos interesantes y una buena química por parte de las dos.
lexiflora's review
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
books4em's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I enjoyed this sequel to Truth and Measure. I appreciate how Jules and Vivian’s relationship develops throughout this one and shows how they grow together and evolve in the ways they interact with each other and the world. Again, spicy scenes were great. I also like that we get to see the birth and how Jules decides her role in the baby’s life. I also appreciated the interactions when Jules’ parents show up and how Vivian defends herself and Jules. The character growth is great in this one, and I liked that we got more of Jules being more independent with her career.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Medical content, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Gaslighting
Minor: Biphobia, Homophobia, and Abortion
kberlow's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
3dking's review
4.0
4.5 - I like this way more than the first part. Starting the book with a relationship Julia and Vivian are finally talking to one another. "Truth And Measure" had too bad / no communication - which put both characters in a bad light, IMHO. Now they approach problems together, even if they clash with each other. "Above All Things" is a sweet story about problems in a new relationship, about being workaholics and how make it work.
I still think we could forgo one or two sex scenes and instead show Julias growth through handling her family or new job with Simon. It left a slight doormat-aftertaste or like some threads are being forgotten. Especially since one dramatic arc was initiated by Simon.
The real plus is getting to know Vivian a little better. Seeing the ice queen persona melt a littel towards Julia is endearing and somewhat redeeming.
I still think we could forgo one or two sex scenes and instead show Julias growth through handling her family or new job with Simon. It left a slight doormat-aftertaste or like some threads are being forgotten. Especially since one dramatic arc was initiated by Simon.
The real plus is getting to know Vivian a little better. Seeing the ice queen persona melt a littel towards Julia is endearing and somewhat redeeming.
zda21's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
slow-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
kejuka's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.25
crashingclouds's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
relaxing
tense
fast-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
4.5
vanicastro's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
d3v1l3n's review
4.0
This book started right where the last one left off and damn did it get spicier. Phone sex sexting Preggo sex jus wow awesome! I loved the story and Viv and Jules growth through the challenges was heartwarming i did this one on audiobook with abby craden who really did an amazing job as she always does