samw0327's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
faithreadsfic's review against another edition
Overall, I really enjoyed my time with this book. At times, it felt like there were too many different things going on, but even yet, the story chugged along at a quick and steady pace throughout the entirety of the book. I really adored the main character. I loved how much I learned about painting, and about face-blindness. The MMC was precious as well. There were a few things I didn’t care for, but I read this in just a few sittings and really enjoyed my time - so that makes it a good book in my eyes. Also - a HUGE plus for me is that it was “closed-door”. Meaning, no spice! Which I really appreciate and will be recommending to many friends solely with that in consideration. I’m excited to read other books by this author. I’d highly recommend this one when it gets released!
I also want to urge readers to read the Author’s Note and Acknowledgements at the end. Worth it. (I always think reading the Author’s Notes and Acknowledgements are worth it) but especially these!
This book is a perfect dose of hope and happiness. Felt like a hug.
(Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy. )
I also want to urge readers to read the Author’s Note and Acknowledgements at the end. Worth it. (I always think reading the Author’s Notes and Acknowledgements are worth it) but especially these!
This book is a perfect dose of hope and happiness. Felt like a hug.
(Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy. )
ninafcf's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
momrunnerreaderteacher's review against another edition
4.0
A very cute and unique romantic comedy story. It’s definitely hard to wrap your mind around what the character experiences with face blindness but the author does an excellent job at describing it. A well written story with a cute twist at the end.
ranaabuzeid's review against another edition
4.0
The author's note describes precisely how I feel about Katherine Center's book. Granted, this is the second book I have read from this author. But I loved both and they make me so giddy and exactly as she said, its hope! We often hear how predictable romance novels are, but can we see in a more positive fashion?
As a society, we tend to appreciate misery, sadness, the complexity, and we look down on simple loving books. But why?
I loved this so much! such a comfort read!
As a society, we tend to appreciate misery, sadness, the complexity, and we look down on simple loving books. But why?
I loved this so much! such a comfort read!
saloniporwal's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
A solid page turner, though not perfect in my eyes. The concept and ideas in the story are super unique and compelling, though everything falls flat in the execution.
The characters are very two dimensional without the genuine backstory and internal arc of those from The Bodyguard. I can't make hair or tail of Sadie's family and their treatment of her. It was brushed upon towards the end, but I find it unsatisfactory. Sadie gave me mainly damsel in distress vibe with Joe there to clear evening up for her. He threw me off guard the way his whole personality morphed over and over as a puppet for the plot.
As in The Bodyguard, Center continues to shine in her writing, her style being effortless and very addictive. Some scenes in the book shine brighter than the rest which awed me as a reader. Parts where Said makes doormat of herself made the characters go down in my eyes, but let's be clear, I still adore Katherine Center's flow of words.
I can only speak for myself, and I found the twists very predictable even though this was only my second novel by the author. As i said before, the plot was a little weak.
Putting all of this aside, this is only the second novel I have read about face blindness, this one covering the issue in more depth, so I'd say go for it if you want some knowledge along with the entertainment.
Many thanks to NetGalley and St Martin's press for the complimentary ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
A solid page turner, though not perfect in my eyes. The concept and ideas in the story are super unique and compelling, though everything falls flat in the execution.
The characters are very two dimensional without the genuine backstory and internal arc of those from The Bodyguard. I can't make hair or tail of Sadie's family and their treatment of her. It was brushed upon towards the end, but I find it unsatisfactory. Sadie gave me mainly damsel in distress vibe with Joe there to clear evening up for her. He threw me off guard the way his whole personality morphed over and over as a puppet for the plot.
As in The Bodyguard, Center continues to shine in her writing, her style being effortless and very addictive. Some scenes in the book shine brighter than the rest which awed me as a reader. Parts where Said makes doormat of herself made the characters go down in my eyes, but let's be clear, I still adore Katherine Center's flow of words.
I can only speak for myself, and I found the twists very predictable even though this was only my second novel by the author. As i said before, the plot was a little weak.
Putting all of this aside, this is only the second novel I have read about face blindness, this one covering the issue in more depth, so I'd say go for it if you want some knowledge along with the entertainment.
Many thanks to NetGalley and St Martin's press for the complimentary ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
charlottereads_pdf's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.5
emloudo's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.0
meganctillman's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
xoxessie's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0