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vyrie's review against another edition
Kinda boring yet pretentious. The immense amount of characters that were just introduced is overwhelming and the conversation that ensued was very jarring.
mauralivi's review against another edition
4.0
Overall, the story was heartwarming and a nice beach read. I felt like Beck's back story before he was back in Friendship fell a little short for me.
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Overall, the story was heartwarming and a nice beach read. I felt like Beck's back story before he was back in Friendship fell a little short for me.
Merged review:
Overall, the story was heartwarming and a nice beach read. I felt like Beck's back story before he was back in Friendship fell a little short for me.
cathrin's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
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
4.0
getlostinbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Started out strong but then lost me towards the end. I enjoyed the characters but eventually didn’t really get their “connection.” I loved the disability visibility 100%. The callbacks to In a Jam were delightful, but I just didn’t find myself enjoying this one as much.
semiresponsive's review against another edition
4.0
Man, I just really enjoy the way Kate Canterbary tells a story. I know, based on the family size, that we won't get as many Loew books as we got Walsh books (it'll be more like the Santillian series, I think), but she writes about families so well so I'm thrilled we're getting another one.
As always, I like peeks of characters from other books.
And I really *really* enjoyed both Sunny and Beck. Great character development for both! I felt for Beck so hard. He really did have the weight of the world on his shoulders and I can't wait to learn more about what happens with his parents in future Loew books. Which is also just aces because I know Kate isn't going to let me down. AND I suspect the timeline of the books will overlap so we should get more details.
Anyway, I'm happy this series is doing its thing.
As always, I like peeks of characters from other books.
And I really *really* enjoyed both Sunny and Beck. Great character development for both! I felt for Beck so hard. He really did have the weight of the world on his shoulders and I can't wait to learn more about what happens with his parents in future Loew books. Which is also just aces because I know Kate isn't going to let me down. AND I suspect the timeline of the books will overlap so we should get more details.
Anyway, I'm happy this series is doing its thing.
micayahgreen's review against another edition
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
5.0
kgp510's review against another edition
1.5
I hated this book. I almost stopped reading it so many times, but didn't because it was the only book on my phone that I hadn't read at the time. I like this author, but this book in particular was obviously trying to hit a million "brownie point" characteristics in a way that felt super forced (Sunny's friend group- come on. Stop trying to normalize polyamory- ew).
Almost no character development for Sunny (she's so so flighty and annoying and lacked structure) or for Beckett (still in charge of everyone, no one around him can rely on themselves. Especially Sunny!! Saying that you can take charge of yourself doesn't mean that you can- the store issues pissed me off because they were SO preventable).
Loved Parker, and I loved Leary (his nephew is for sure getting a book).
Something that makes me mad, and is NEVER addressed in multiple of this author's books is how all of these (male) characters are comfortable leaving their high powered jobs for this stupid little town. First- women can have important jobs. Second- there is no way in hell that it wasn't a THOUGHT that Noah and Beckett would lose hundreds of thousands of dollars by moving back. Beckett can't realistically do his job on the same level from home (without an office??) and Noah just straight up left.
STOP MAKING THE FMC SUPER QUIRKY AND NOT THE MMC!!! IT DOESN'T MAKE SENSE. Kate Canterbary's MMCs aren't allowed to have flaws, and the FMCs have far too many post Walsh series. Boo.
Almost no character development for Sunny (she's so so flighty and annoying and lacked structure) or for Beckett (still in charge of everyone, no one around him can rely on themselves. Especially Sunny!! Saying that you can take charge of yourself doesn't mean that you can- the store issues pissed me off because they were SO preventable).
Loved Parker, and I loved Leary (his nephew is for sure getting a book).
Something that makes me mad, and is NEVER addressed in multiple of this author's books is how all of these (male) characters are comfortable leaving their high powered jobs for this stupid little town. First- women can have important jobs. Second- there is no way in hell that it wasn't a THOUGHT that Noah and Beckett would lose hundreds of thousands of dollars by moving back. Beckett can't realistically do his job on the same level from home (without an office??) and Noah just straight up left.
STOP MAKING THE FMC SUPER QUIRKY AND NOT THE MMC!!! IT DOESN'T MAKE SENSE. Kate Canterbary's MMCs aren't allowed to have flaws, and the FMCs have far too many post Walsh series. Boo.
bibliophilechloe's review against another edition
5.0
From the audacity of wrap skirts to curmudgeonly beautiful bridge trolls, you get it all in the newest story from Kate Canterbary.
This author is the absolute best at writing smart, sassy, and steamy stories that are the epitome of girl bosses and growly men.
Sunny is a rock star of a heroine. She doesn't let her disorder stop her from being all that she wants to be.
Beckett is a fixer to the extreme, and when his layers are revealed, you understand why he feels the need to do so.
It's always hard for me to find the words to exude the feelings I get when reading Ms. Canterbary's stories. I always feel a bit more in touch with the world around me. I know it doesn't make sense, but her writing is just amazing. You can tell she takes her time and does the research to create an amazing world and cast of characters that is Friendship, Rhode Island.
If you are new to Kate Canterbary, or like me, a fan girl from the start, you are going to love this story.
I will be waiting oh so patiently for the next Loew brother to get his story.
Merged review:
From the audacity of wrap skirts to curmudgeonly beautiful bridge trolls, you get it all in the newest story from Kate Canterbary.
This author is the absolute best at writing smart, sassy, and steamy stories that are the epitome of girl bosses and growly men.
Sunny is a rock star of a heroine. She doesn't let her disorder stop her from being all that she wants to be.
Beckett is a fixer to the extreme, and when his layers are revealed, you understand why he feels the need to do so.
It's always hard for me to find the words to exude the feelings I get when reading Ms. Canterbary's stories. I always feel a bit more in touch with the world around me. I know it doesn't make sense, but her writing is just amazing. You can tell she takes her time and does the research to create an amazing world and cast of characters that is Friendship, Rhode Island.
If you are new to Kate Canterbary, or like me, a fan girl from the start, you are going to love this story.
I will be waiting oh so patiently for the next Loew brother to get his story.
This author is the absolute best at writing smart, sassy, and steamy stories that are the epitome of girl bosses and growly men.
Sunny is a rock star of a heroine. She doesn't let her disorder stop her from being all that she wants to be.
Beckett is a fixer to the extreme, and when his layers are revealed, you understand why he feels the need to do so.
It's always hard for me to find the words to exude the feelings I get when reading Ms. Canterbary's stories. I always feel a bit more in touch with the world around me. I know it doesn't make sense, but her writing is just amazing. You can tell she takes her time and does the research to create an amazing world and cast of characters that is Friendship, Rhode Island.
If you are new to Kate Canterbary, or like me, a fan girl from the start, you are going to love this story.
I will be waiting oh so patiently for the next Loew brother to get his story.
Merged review:
From the audacity of wrap skirts to curmudgeonly beautiful bridge trolls, you get it all in the newest story from Kate Canterbary.
This author is the absolute best at writing smart, sassy, and steamy stories that are the epitome of girl bosses and growly men.
Sunny is a rock star of a heroine. She doesn't let her disorder stop her from being all that she wants to be.
Beckett is a fixer to the extreme, and when his layers are revealed, you understand why he feels the need to do so.
It's always hard for me to find the words to exude the feelings I get when reading Ms. Canterbary's stories. I always feel a bit more in touch with the world around me. I know it doesn't make sense, but her writing is just amazing. You can tell she takes her time and does the research to create an amazing world and cast of characters that is Friendship, Rhode Island.
If you are new to Kate Canterbary, or like me, a fan girl from the start, you are going to love this story.
I will be waiting oh so patiently for the next Loew brother to get his story.
kristinaw66's review against another edition
3.0
3.5⭐️
I loved Sunny and Beck, mostly, but there was a lot in this one. A lot of peripheral characters. A lot of detail about those characters. Just a lot. Not sure I love the overall style. Parker was a pleasant surprise, however. I did enjoy getting to meet that kid!
I loved Sunny and Beck, mostly, but there was a lot in this one. A lot of peripheral characters. A lot of detail about those characters. Just a lot. Not sure I love the overall style. Parker was a pleasant surprise, however. I did enjoy getting to meet that kid!