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akira0513's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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? Yes
3.25
pilgrimgossip's review
5.0
The first m/m book I've given 5 stars to
I look like a scary mess what with all the ugly crying i have been doing reading the last third of this book. This is good. It's 5 star good. I don't want to spoil anything and I'm eager to start on book 2 so I'll just say "what are you waiting for mother f-er. You have to meet Ben and Tim
I look like a scary mess what with all the ugly crying i have been doing reading the last third of this book. This is good. It's 5 star good. I don't want to spoil anything and I'm eager to start on book 2 so I'll just say "what are you waiting for mother f-er. You have to meet Ben and Tim
kaygo2490's review
4.0
Update 9/25/207: Saw the movie and it was horrible! Omg! 😂
3.5 stars
Solid. The book spanned a ten year period. It followed the main character, Ben and the object of his affections, Tim.
It was an enjoyable read. At times dramatic.
Good book.
3.5 stars
Solid. The book spanned a ten year period. It followed the main character, Ben and the object of his affections, Tim.
It was an enjoyable read. At times dramatic.
Good book.
linda_1410's review against another edition
3.0
This book started out good and was a lot of fun to read for about the first 90% of it. There were still some things that were hard to believe, most especially Jace, the impossibly perfect boyfriend. And yet, it's easy to see why Ben would love Jace - not quite so easy why Jace would put up with Ben. Ben could be at times wise beyond his years and then extremely juvenile in the next instant. Ben's parents were way too open-minded, giving their teenage son free reign to do as he pleased, and that attendance system in Ben's high school was laughable at best. But for everything that felt contrived, there was a lot that was genuine, such as Ben's growing crush, his growing relationship with Tim, the meeting with the parents, and best friend's domestic troubles with her father to name a few.
The first two parts were well-structured and well-paced, but I have to say I ended up hating Tim by the end of part II and couldn't have cared less if he and Ben got back together or not. Frankly, I was hoping they wouldn't. Then the last part was far too rushed. It covered the longest period of time and yet was barely more than a few chapters. It felt contrived, and an "obstacle" in Tim and Ben's relationship is "conveniently" removed in the most melodramatic way possible. There is no HEA here, not that I necessarily require that, but the wrong couple won out at the end, leaving this reader feeling dissatisfied.
The first two parts were well-structured and well-paced, but I have to say I ended up hating Tim by the end of part II and couldn't have cared less if he and Ben got back together or not. Frankly, I was hoping they wouldn't. Then the last part was far too rushed. It covered the longest period of time and yet was barely more than a few chapters. It felt contrived, and an "obstacle" in Tim and Ben's relationship is "conveniently" removed in the most melodramatic way possible. There is no HEA here, not that I necessarily require that, but the wrong couple won out at the end, leaving this reader feeling dissatisfied.
aameem's review against another edition
3.0
I can't believe something this corny had the power to move me so much.
deebo0183's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.75
j_bookaholic's review against another edition
4.0
This was a really enjoyable story. I really liked how I wasn't sure which way things were going to go towards the last part of the book. A rather complex yet simple story of love. Beautifully written.
theflyingdutchman's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
The story of two young lovers one of whom isn’t aware of his sexuality is a classic. The character development slightly breeches the surface and the storyline becomes a bit predictable in the middle - but there were many times where I was taken by surprise.
I felt the ending was rushed and either not well thought out or slimmed down upon writing. I will read the second installment as I’m interested to see the story from Tim’s perspective and how the two books intertwine with each other. Perhaps continuing the series would make me feel otherwise about the ending.
Overall not a bad book and a good introduction to gay romance if it’s a genre one is interested in.
I felt the ending was rushed and either not well thought out or slimmed down upon writing. I will read the second installment as I’m interested to see the story from Tim’s perspective and how the two books intertwine with each other. Perhaps continuing the series would make me feel otherwise about the ending.
Overall not a bad book and a good introduction to gay romance if it’s a genre one is interested in.
bluebeereads's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars
Really loved this one! Just read it because I wanted to. Not to review for once. :P But I loved it! A lot. :)
noreau's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
medium-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Homophobia, and Grief
Moderate: Infidelity
Minor: Stalking