jennifox's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
2.5
This was heavy, but well done. I loved the characters and thought the pace of the romance was about right given the circumstances. It just wasn't very much fun to read though.
Graphic: Ableism, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Violence, and Stalking
Moderate: Death of parent and Rape
the_otaku_bibliophile's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
Graphic: Physical abuse
narliee's review
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
slow-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? No
5.0
Graphic: Bullying, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, and Sexual assault
lovelyinnature's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Riley is one of my faves of all time to be honest. His growth regaining his independence and caring about Harper was so good. Harper is his compassion. I simply adore how he perceived Harper and cares so much. He's so kind and a fantastic partner. The stark difference between him in the beginning to even the middle was so big. Harper Harper Harper my beloved boy. He deserves the entire world. I want to just hug him. He deserves all the kindness and love Riley offers and even more. When he accepts he deserves to heal and knows how much Riley will still love him makes me so happy. One of my fave couples so far.
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Physical abuse
Moderate: Sexual assault
natureofreading's review
emotional
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
This was a sweet story and even though some of the things poor Harper went through were disturbing and hurt to read, I still enjoyed this story.
Moderate: Rape and Physical abuse
_charliesbookshelf's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
I am beyond grateful of having the pleasure of reading an
ARC of Dianna Roman's new novel Until I Saw You.
Thoughts:
In this book we follow Harper and Riley's journey to healing and happiness. Harper is coming out of a toxic relationship, he is left with needing to find a job and a place to stay ASAP.
After an accident Riley is left blind and in search for a temporary live in helper.
This books is easily in my top favourites of my January reads!
The author tackles some serious themes in this book but they have done so with such incredible writing, witty humour and elegance.
I especially loved when Riley started to realise he had feelings for Harper. Instead of the typical internalised homophobia, Riley acknowledged and accepted his feelings and his sexuality. It was extremely refreshing to see that.
This book has serious themes and I'd definitely recommend looking at the trigger warnings, that being said it still has great humour, excellent writing and is an amazing book!
Thankyou to @katieandbreypa for providing the book tour!
Graphic: Medical content
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Gaslighting
Minor: Drug use, Homophobia, Rape, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Blood, Sexual assault, Alcohol, Emotional abuse, and Violence
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