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100_pages_hr's review
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I was really intrigued by the first line and premise of this book. I was also continually impressed with Remy and her strength both physically and emotionally. I love characters that overcome a lot and she definitely fit that description especially as she rescued J.
I wouldn't want to read tons of books with an amnesia storyline but it is very interesting occasionally. I cannot imagine how difficult it was for J to wake up disorienting, in pain, and not remembering anything. I felt like the descriptions of his predicament were really well written.
This book deals with some fairly heavy topics. You should definitely check trigger warnings as there are a few, but please message me if you have questions. Some of the reviews have been incredibly harsh about triggers and in my opinion not accurate. Mine are genuinely honest on my StoryGraph review.
This book has a great mix of love, mystery, and a fun setting. I hope you'll give it a chance after you read reviews and warnings.
I really liked Remy and J together. I loved how they completely exasperated each other but how they were still there for each other. I adored J's level of patience and control with Remy. I'm definitely curious to read the next book in the series.
I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. This is my honest review.
I wouldn't want to read tons of books with an amnesia storyline but it is very interesting occasionally. I cannot imagine how difficult it was for J to wake up disorienting, in pain, and not remembering anything. I felt like the descriptions of his predicament were really well written.
This book deals with some fairly heavy topics. You should definitely check trigger warnings as there are a few, but please message me if you have questions. Some of the reviews have been incredibly harsh about triggers and in my opinion not accurate. Mine are genuinely honest on my StoryGraph review.
This book has a great mix of love, mystery, and a fun setting. I hope you'll give it a chance after you read reviews and warnings.
I really liked Remy and J together. I loved how they completely exasperated each other but how they were still there for each other. I adored J's level of patience and control with Remy. I'm definitely curious to read the next book in the series.
I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley. This is my honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Murder, Sexual content, Infidelity, Rape, and Grief
readingwithmeredith's review
This is the first book I had read by this author but I had heard so many good things. I went in expecting a light hearted romance with a little mystery, but it actually had a whole lot more depth and mystery than I expected. I was loving the setting and I felt like I could connect and relate to the main character a lot. It was a refreshing book, especially being from a Christian author!
However, I had to stop reading this at 50% because of the recounted rape scene. Having experienced sexual assault personally (not as intense as what was described), it was too graphic and stirred up too many emotions I had worked through and didn’t seem to be a one and done moment for the story since elements of the recounted story carried into the following chapter. Had the descriptive scene not been in there and she just said she had gone through what she did in very plain language I probably could have continued, but there were too many elements that were very close to my personal experience that were some of the most triggering things I’ve read. If that isn’t a trigger for you then you should be fine.
However, I had to stop reading this at 50% because of the recounted rape scene. Having experienced sexual assault personally (not as intense as what was described), it was too graphic and stirred up too many emotions I had worked through and didn’t seem to be a one and done moment for the story since elements of the recounted story carried into the following chapter. Had the descriptive scene not been in there and she just said she had gone through what she did in very plain language I probably could have continued, but there were too many elements that were very close to my personal experience that were some of the most triggering things I’ve read. If that isn’t a trigger for you then you should be fine.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault and Rape
Moderate: Death, Panic attacks/disorders, and Medical content
emmasbookdiary's review against another edition
3.5
I was really excited when I got the chance to read Becky Wade’s new release! A cute enemies-to-lovers romance, a cottage by the sea in Maine setting, an artsy heroine who saves the hero, and a bit of a mystery had me really excited to read Memory Lane.
First of all, I loved the setting! I’ve always liked cottages so I loved that Remy lived in one! I also liked Remy and reading about her very simple and secluded lifestyle. It kind of sounded like the perfect getaway in my mind. I loved that she was artsy and imaginative. As for the hero, I won’t say much for spoilers, but I did like him! While I couldn’t relate to him or his lifestyle as much, I enjoyed reading his journey to finding Remy and found it interested to read about someone recovering from amnesia.
The romance was sweet and I enjoyed the banter between these two as they went from not even liking each other to becoming friends to more.
It was exciting having mystery and suspense tied into the plot as well as having a side plot about a sweet elderly couple thrown in.
This book does deal with some heavier topics. A few times I was a little uncomfortable with details concerning certain things but thankfully things never went too far. Something I missed in this book and wished there was a little more of was faith content. The faith content in this book was very subtle. It was more present at the end which I enjoyed but for most of the book it felt absent. I also didn’t care for the casual drinking but I know that doesn’t bother most people. I didn’t care for Fiona’s POV or how much talk there was of couples having affairs.
Content notes/ trigger warning: Assault, trauma, infidelity/affairs, and alcohol/casual drinking.
Overall, I enjoyed this book! While I didn’t love it quite as much as some of Becky Wade’s other books I’ve read, it was still a good book and I enjoyed the first part of the book the most. I’m looking forward to reading Jude’s story since I really liked him in this book! If you’re looking for a sweet romance that deals with heavier topics, I think you’ll enjoy this one!
*Thank you to the author for a complimentary copy to review! All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
First of all, I loved the setting! I’ve always liked cottages so I loved that Remy lived in one! I also liked Remy and reading about her very simple and secluded lifestyle. It kind of sounded like the perfect getaway in my mind. I loved that she was artsy and imaginative. As for the hero, I won’t say much for spoilers, but I did like him! While I couldn’t relate to him or his lifestyle as much, I enjoyed reading his journey to finding Remy and found it interested to read about someone recovering from amnesia.
The romance was sweet and I enjoyed the banter between these two as they went from not even liking each other to becoming friends to more.
It was exciting having mystery and suspense tied into the plot as well as having a side plot about a sweet elderly couple thrown in.
This book does deal with some heavier topics. A few times I was a little uncomfortable with details concerning certain things but thankfully things never went too far. Something I missed in this book and wished there was a little more of was faith content. The faith content in this book was very subtle. It was more present at the end which I enjoyed but for most of the book it felt absent. I also didn’t care for the casual drinking but I know that doesn’t bother most people. I didn’t care for Fiona’s POV or how much talk there was of couples having affairs.
Content notes/ trigger warning: Assault, trauma, infidelity/affairs, and alcohol/casual drinking.
Overall, I enjoyed this book! While I didn’t love it quite as much as some of Becky Wade’s other books I’ve read, it was still a good book and I enjoyed the first part of the book the most. I’m looking forward to reading Jude’s story since I really liked him in this book! If you’re looking for a sweet romance that deals with heavier topics, I think you’ll enjoy this one!
*Thank you to the author for a complimentary copy to review! All opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, and Rape
Minor: Alcohol
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