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cdsedwards2012's review against another edition
5.0
I intentionally didn't read up about this book. I kinda went into it completely blind. And, I was not disappointed at all.
The book just plugs along as a typical romance novel. He likes her, She likes him. Will they end up together? And, then, bam! The book has a twist I really did not see coming. It was an emotional read for me. I just couldn't put it down. As someone who struggled for years with infertility, I really appreciate our story being told. It's a very painful journey to walk and you feel so very alone as all of your friends around conceive.
I can't wait to read the second book in the series.
The book just plugs along as a typical romance novel. He likes her, She likes him. Will they end up together? And, then, bam! The book has a twist I really did not see coming. It was an emotional read for me. I just couldn't put it down. As someone who struggled for years with infertility, I really appreciate our story being told. It's a very painful journey to walk and you feel so very alone as all of your friends around conceive.
I can't wait to read the second book in the series.
vildanareads's review against another edition
1.0
I tried to give this book a chance, but I couldn’t make it to the end. The plot felt shallow, and the characters lacked depth, making it difficult to stay engaged. The writing came across as cheesy and at times, felt like it was dumbing down the reader. It’s the literary equivalent of reality TV compared to quality cinema. I don’t understand the hype surrounding these books, and unfortunately, this one just didn’t do it for me.
jlaureno001's review against another edition
emotional
funny
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.75
saber77's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
ashlynkcraig's review against another edition
2.0
2.5 ⭐️ Okay, so I had a few major problems with this book. The first one I have to address is I listened to the audiobook and the narrator for Kristen was TERRIBLE. She did these weird voices that sounded like she was trying to make herself sound cool and dragged out the end of the sentences in a way that was so obnoxious it almost ruined the book for me. At 2x speed it was almost tolerable, but I think her voice made me more annoyed with Kristen’s character than I was already. I would suggest if you’re going to try to read it, find a physical or digital copy and find a different audiobook.
Next, Kristen is an obnoxious character. The “I’m not like other girls” trope feels so played out at this point. She also, like many of Jimenez’s other female characters, decides without having any conversations with the love interest that she’s not good enough for some reason and then making them both suffer unnecessarily. So much of the plot could be solved by her just… talking to him, and at this point, if that’s the only thing that’s driving the narrative forward, it feels lazy. I get it, there are plenty of reasons these characters don’t want to talk about the things that they perceive as their flaws, but at this point it feels beyond drawn out and redundant. And I know, I know, where’s the drama in good communication, but I just want these authors to be a little more creative here. Is that too much to ask?
Next, Kristen is an obnoxious character. The “I’m not like other girls” trope feels so played out at this point. She also, like many of Jimenez’s other female characters, decides without having any conversations with the love interest that she’s not good enough for some reason and then making them both suffer unnecessarily. So much of the plot could be solved by her just… talking to him, and at this point, if that’s the only thing that’s driving the narrative forward, it feels lazy. I get it, there are plenty of reasons these characters don’t want to talk about the things that they perceive as their flaws, but at this point it feels beyond drawn out and redundant. And I know, I know, where’s the drama in good communication, but I just want these authors to be a little more creative here. Is that too much to ask?
saracata's review against another edition
emotional
2.0
Emm so much happened in this book. Looking back, I don’t remember why I even started reading it. If you like sudden changes with traumatic events, this is the book.
witch_of_bywater's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
4.0
Nope. No. No no no no no no no. Nope.
This is both a spoiler and a huge trigger warning:Death of a loved one. Trauma of losing them just before the wedding.
This is definitely NOT a lighthearted or hopeful read. Read at your own risk ⚠️
This is both a spoiler and a huge trigger warning:
This is definitely NOT a lighthearted or hopeful read. Read at your own risk ⚠️
brisievenpiper's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Death, Infertility, Grief, Car accident, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Mental illness, Miscarriage, Medical content, and War
leahcmorris's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
medium-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
toriholzwarth44's review against another edition
2.0
Didn't love this group of characters as much as those in her other trilogy. Wasn't feeling how Kristen was "not like other girls" because she enjoyed burgers and didn’t have to wear makeup. It seemed outdated and cringey. I also hated how she was emotionally involved with multiple men and all of the miscommunication. Josh annoyed me too by being stereotypically manly most of the time. The big event at the end pushing the two main characters together seemed unnecessary. I am interested in reading the next book though to see major events/themes from this one play out.