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audie_reads's review
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Last Call at the Local...oh my. Sarah Grunder Ruiz truly excelled in writing a story from the dual POV of two individuals with OCD and ADHD! Great writing is meant to help develop compassion and empathy for characters, and Ruiz truly does that for Raine and Jack working within their struggles and mindset with their often misunderstood and misdiagnosed mental chronic conditions.
That being said, I hope that there will be a content warning/resource page that will be included in the published edition of Last Call at the Local since certain chapters may be triggering for individuals who have either of these conditions.
I enjoyed the story as a slow-burn that spanned over several months! It was a great slow-burn romance! Not to mention, I have been to a few of the places mentioned in the story, and it made me a bit homesick for Ireland. I feel it was a bit rushed with Clara's storyline and Raine x Jack had a bit too much of an instant-love start for me. However, Last Call at the Local was a comfy, cozy, cat-filled read that I would recommend to anyone looking for an inclusive romcom that was sweet and sappy in all of the best ways!
A more extensive review to come closer to publication on Jan. 2nd! A massive thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of Last Call at the Local in exchange for an honest review.
That being said, I hope that there will be a content warning/resource page that will be included in the published edition of Last Call at the Local since certain chapters may be triggering for individuals who have either of these conditions.
I enjoyed the story as a slow-burn that spanned over several months! It was a great slow-burn romance! Not to mention, I have been to a few of the places mentioned in the story, and it made me a bit homesick for Ireland. I feel it was a bit rushed with Clara's storyline and Raine x Jack had a bit too much of an instant-love start for me. However, Last Call at the Local was a comfy, cozy, cat-filled read that I would recommend to anyone looking for an inclusive romcom that was sweet and sappy in all of the best ways!
A more extensive review to come closer to publication on Jan. 2nd! A massive thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of Last Call at the Local in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Sexual content
soulwinds's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-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
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Mental illness, and Alcohol
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