Reviews tagging 'Alcoholism'

Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez

75 reviews

ekcanales's review against another edition

Go to review page

emotional funny reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This book was the perfect summer read while traveling! 

The main characters, Justin and Emma, were super lovable and I felt connected to them instantly! The dual-perspective was done so well to add more insight into the characters, their actions, and motivations which I really enjoyed!

This book had a lot going on outside of the main romance plot, but I found that it was masterfully weaved in to enhance the main plot and add depth. The integration of family dynamics and childhood trauma added a relatable and realistic side to the characters.

Although the relationship felt a bit like insta-love, I enjoyed seeing it build and deepen over time! I would absolutely recommend this book, I can't wait to read more from Abby Jimenez!
Expand filter menu Content Warnings

sadiebugreads's review against another edition

Go to review page

emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

absolutely lived up to all the hype!!!!
Expand filter menu Content Warnings

mdavis26's review against another edition

Go to review page

4.75

Expand filter menu Content Warnings

nickysbookcorner's review

Go to review page

emotional funny 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

4.0

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ || 🌶️
💬: “In a world where you can choose anger or empathy. Always choose empathy.” 

I went into this book thinking it was a fluffy romance, but it was deep and emotional while maintaining lighthearted and funny moments. Justin is the poster boy for “if he wanted to, he would.” I loved how this book portrayed mental illness and childhood trauma and how to support friends dealing with this. This was the first book I read by Abby Jimenez but it definitely won’t be my last.
Expand filter menu Content Warnings

hailey_brueggen's review against another edition

Go to review page

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

5.0

MY FAVORITE BOOK EVER! I literally felt every emotion ever reading this book. giddy, heartbreak, love, anger, regret, grief, joy, fear, embarrassment, heat-like ugh omg! JUSTIN is literally the blue print and I fell in love with him and Emma and Maddy and the whole Dahl family. If you are looking for a romance with but also real life problems and actual hard conversations this is the book for you 🤍🙌🏾 
Expand filter menu Content Warnings

emmalwooten's review against another edition

Go to review page

challenging emotional funny hopeful reflective sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.75

ripped through this one just as fast as the other 3 of hers i’ve read in the last few days - this one was my favorite of them all! loved all the easter eggs,
connecting it back to alexis and daniel’s / briana and jacob’s stories
really heart wrenching and challenging but some good takeaways too 🫶🏻
although i do think anger is still a good emotion, even if you can choose to act on empathy!
Expand filter menu Content Warnings

kingkiller99's review against another edition

Go to review page

emotional funny hopeful reflective 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

3.75

This was a both funny and incredibly frustrating book to listen to. Listening to Emma work through the hands life dealt her and the trauma she gained from it was a struggle at times. Howverr, that struggle made the resolution that much sweeter to hear. Emma and Justin were adorable, and their intentions and convictions were inspiring. In the end, I definitely enjoyed this audiobook. The two voice actors also added a level to it I really appreciated. Made me feel even more emotions about the different characters.
Expand filter menu Content Warnings

briannahege's review against another edition

Go to review page

emotional funny hopeful 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

4.0

Expand filter menu Content Warnings

kkraatz's review against another edition

Go to review page

medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

I wanted this book to be so wonderful, and it just fell flat. Part of that is a professional hazard - my work life means I probably experienced this book differently than many readers - but part of it is that the pacing felt way off and the narrative didn't hang together coherently in my view. 
Expand filter menu Content Warnings

kateywaldhart's review against another edition

Go to review page

adventurous emotional hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Expand filter menu Content Warnings