Reviews with content warning for Drug abuse - Quarterback Sneak

hmm i liked this one :) i liked the whole sneaking around, coach’s daughter, forbidden romance bit. i didn’t expect to cry while reading this?? like holden’s past was hella sad. all-in-all, this one was good - not my fave of the series but not my least fave either!!

⚠️: death, grief, death of parent, child death, drug abuse, suicide, suicidal thoughts, addiction, drug use

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gracehannahh's review against another edition

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emotional funny 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

4.5

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nuriacarot's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective relaxing sad 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

4.75

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kbshelves_'s review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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

4.0

I might have to do a reread, but Im almost certain this was much better than Blind Side. No offense to Clay and Giana, they are still cute af. Buuuuttt Holden and Julep come with arrogance, angst, spice, and a love that isn't all lovey dovey but powerful. They exude the idea that there is a right person out there, no matter if youve given up on love, on life, on happiness. Kandi Steiner blew me away with this one. And I'm just so proud of myself that I chose to read it around the Superbowl bc it fit the vibes perfectly.

I'd say Holden and Julep are my favorite. I'm so excited to see what Mary and Leo have going on.

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dianaschmidty's review against another edition

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dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring sad tense 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

4.0

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lilyemmaaa's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing sad 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

Julep and Holden were ADORABLE. I loved everything about this book. The way all hard topics were depicted, their relationship and chemistry, the banter, the forbidden aspect, and the quick pacing throughout it all.

Holden was a sweetheart. He tried to ignore and put his feelings down, but when he finally accepted them for what they were and went after what he wanted it was ah-mazing. I loved how he cared so much for Julep. How he never forced her to do anything and went at her pace. How he reminded her how much she was loved, and how he helped her realize she was not at fault for what happened to her sister. He was adorable, and sweet, and had me blushing the whole time.

Gosh, Julep broke my heart. She carried so much guilt and hurt and reading it was just heartbreaking. Seeing the way she coped and the reasoning her father was so hard on her was just a cherry on top. I am so glad that she found the love she deserved and that she got the happy ending she never imagined getting. She carried herself so well and I just wish I could’ve given her a hug throughout the whole book.

Overall, I loved this book. It had everything in it and it just made me giddy. I will admit that Juleps father PISSED ME OFF to absolutely no end. But whatever, I’ll just imagine slapping him across the face. Anyways, read this book. It was amazing.

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