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Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating by Christina Lauren
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I feel very mixed about this book. On the one hand i’m in love with Josh and i adore the spilt POV of the chapters so we could see in his head. However Hazel made me cringe at times- i get that that is her character but god she said some odd things. The dynamic of the two of them worked well however, they balanced eachother out of course and i liked their affectionate nature towards eachother . Josh’s family have my heart- i love that his culture is explored but i wish it was covered even more. The ending was a little flat for me and I wasn’t a fan of the rather unexpected trope used towards the end (iykyk). Overall a solid romance, just disappointing that it had the potential to be even better.
Beach Read by Emily Henry
emotional
funny
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This book took me by surprise, i love Emily Henry but this book really hit me differently. I went in thinking it would be a fluffy romance but it had so much more. I love each and every character. January and Gus compliment each other perfectly. The side characters are just as likeable, especially Pete and Shadi. The humour in this book was just right, Gus and January bounced off one another so easily, their quick wit and dialogue really worked to show how well suited they were. In conclusion, i won’t be happy until I have a Gus or a January in my life.
Heart Bones by Colleen Hoover
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I enjoyed the audio book of this- not my favourite Colleen Hover but still a good read. Samson and Beyah’s relationship is so lovely to see develop, despite both of them trying to hide their true selves from eachother. I loved the use of the setting and the fact the sea is a recurrent theme through out. Overall a great little romance.
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
emotional
funny
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I adore this book.
“”i loved you,” he whispers. “I know,” i say. Hurt eyes move across my face. “You broke my heart.” “I know that too.”
If you’re in a book hangover from The Summer I Turned Pretty trilogy- this is the book for you. Percy and Sam are entirely lovable characters. This is one of my favourite uses of the friends to lovers trope. Also a great use of second chance romance. The lake setting was exactly what I wanted for a summer read- i could picture it perfectly. The chapters flick between the past and present which i’m always a sucker for. I already want to reread this.
“”i loved you,” he whispers. “I know,” i say. Hurt eyes move across my face. “You broke my heart.” “I know that too.”
If you’re in a book hangover from The Summer I Turned Pretty trilogy- this is the book for you. Percy and Sam are entirely lovable characters. This is one of my favourite uses of the friends to lovers trope. Also a great use of second chance romance. The lake setting was exactly what I wanted for a summer read- i could picture it perfectly. The chapters flick between the past and present which i’m always a sucker for. I already want to reread this.
Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
I feel like this book is best read without hearing too much - all i can say is it’s another great book from Taylor Jenkins Reid and I honestly can’t tell you which path I would say i preferred for Hannah because both feel as if she is right where she was meant to be.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage and Car accident
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Vomit
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
We'll Always Have Summer by Jenny Han
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
It's Not Summer Without You by Jenny Han
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75