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A review by ricasomcio
Chasing the Sun by Inksteady
3.0
Wow. This book blew my mind. It was emotionally draining, and I was completely exhausted by the end. It's a difficult book to love because it's so different and unique from the other romances I've read. It's divisive in its own unapologetic way. It's also quite indistinguishable in that the characters are written NOT to please the readers, but to emphasize the themes highlighted in the book.
It discusses romance as a decision and a commitment, how our actions reflect and affect others, how communication is healthy and can actually save relationships, and how faith, truthfulness, and sense of duty are essential. I believe the author's goal with this book was to make you emotionally invested, and I believe she succeeded in that regard. It's incredibly stressful, both emotionally and mentally.
Because the romance in this book was quite intense, people had varying opinions and emotions while reading it. but for me, after reading the epilogue from Duke's point of view, I kind of forgive him for the things that he did because you kind of realize that he really didn't have a "choice" and as a young teen, it was difficult for him to think logically, so in that sense, I'm looking forward to understanding his perspective.
I just want to emphasize how powerful and incredible Sol is. I believe she is one of the most powerful MCs I've ever met, and she is constantly striving and shining. She deserves all the love, and I hope that this time things fall into her fingertips and the world gives her what she deserves.
My only concern with this book is how confusing the characters are written, how fast paced it is, and how certain problems in this book are not Completely addressed. Everything felt a little sloppy, and I wish it had ended in a more elaborate and complete way because it felt rushed. It's a good book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I was angry, but in the end, I healed and recovered.
It discusses romance as a decision and a commitment, how our actions reflect and affect others, how communication is healthy and can actually save relationships, and how faith, truthfulness, and sense of duty are essential. I believe the author's goal with this book was to make you emotionally invested, and I believe she succeeded in that regard. It's incredibly stressful, both emotionally and mentally.
Because the romance in this book was quite intense, people had varying opinions and emotions while reading it. but for me, after reading the epilogue from Duke's point of view, I kind of forgive him for the things that he did because you kind of realize that he really didn't have a "choice" and as a young teen, it was difficult for him to think logically, so in that sense, I'm looking forward to understanding his perspective.
I just want to emphasize how powerful and incredible Sol is. I believe she is one of the most powerful MCs I've ever met, and she is constantly striving and shining. She deserves all the love, and I hope that this time things fall into her fingertips and the world gives her what she deserves.
My only concern with this book is how confusing the characters are written, how fast paced it is, and how certain problems in this book are not Completely addressed. Everything felt a little sloppy, and I wish it had ended in a more elaborate and complete way because it felt rushed. It's a good book that I thoroughly enjoyed. I was angry, but in the end, I healed and recovered.