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Here We Go Again by Alison Cochrun

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adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring reflective

5.0

This is one of my new favorite books! Here We Go Again had me hooked from the beginning. I laughed, I cried (like I literally bawled my eyes out.) I adored every one of these characters. I loved how easy it was for me to see myself in all of them. I loved the neurodivergent representation shown in several characters but completely different ways. 

Logan is a chaotic, “apathetic f*ckboy”, who is terrified of showing her emotions and being left again so she always leaves before she can get hurt. Rosemary is an anxious Capricorn with an organized binder for every situation and a need to feel safe and in total control. And Joe, the sweetest man and mentor to the two girls, who are both a little lost. 

Alison Cochrun managed to capture all the beautiful things about life, death, love, and forgiveness. It was a fantastic read and I definitely recommend pairing it with a playlist of ABBA and Van Morrison! ;)

Thank you to Atria Books and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!
Out with the Tide by Julie Olivia

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emotional funny lighthearted reflective medium-paced

4.0

 “I’d love to be an otter with you, Starkey.”

Synopsis: 
Marina moves back to her small hometown of Never Harbor after getting fired from her job and finds that her dad’s rental is occupied. Cassidy offers for her to move in with him while she’s in town for the summer. 

This was such a comforting read! Both Cass and Marina literally embody sunshine, I adored them together. They were both so supportive of one another. They both had great relationships with their families, I loved how protective and supportive Marina’s dad and Cass’ siblings were!

I loved the setting of Never Harbor, it was super cozy! I hadn’t read Off the Hook before this one so I immediately downloaded it cause I couldn’t wait to go back!

Thank you to Pen Pal PR and Julie Olivia for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!