A review by dwoht
The Falling in Love Montage by Ciara Smyth

emotional funny informative lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

i started reading this book with a lot of expectations in mind mainly because of the reviews that i've read before reading it. it wasn't the perfect "lesbian romcom" book that i expected. it's actually so much more. it's complex. it tackled friendship, family, heartbreak, loving again, etc. but what really broke my heart is the family one and i didn't expected that knowing that this book is advertised to me as a romcom. i may have cried a little bit with some scenes and i was even annoyed with the decisions of some characters, but that's how a book is. it's a bit heavy and emotional if you're kinda sensitive about family issues but it has its fun moments too. i also loved how oliver and saoirse's friendship developed! it was so cute. 

the ending is a bit disappointing BUT i think it's realistic even tho i love them together 💔
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