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A review by mrsdarcylynn
The Road Trip by Beth O'Leary
adventurous
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I enjoyed reading The Road Trip. Beth O’Leary blends romance with heavy in a way that worked for me. I thought the road trip element was a lighthearted romp that was evened out by the heavier elements of the “then” storyline. I think if this book had been fully one or the other the storylines would have been too much, but together they work.
I had some issues with Marcus. Namely, that Dylan would remain friends or friendly with him after all the abuse Addie suffered, when Dylan broke up with Addie at the drop of a hat for maaaaybe cheating on him (all he had was a sketchy photo of a guys leg on her thigh? And Marcus had literal years of emotional/verbal abuse on Dylan and Addie? I dunno. This part just left me feeling complicated.
A quick read and not too bad.
I had some issues with Marcus.
A quick read and not too bad.
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
Moderate: Sexual assault, Vomit, Stalking, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Emotional abuse, Car accident, and Pregnancy