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limeykiss's review against another edition
2.0
I am loath to give a 'Boy' series Cabot book anything but five stars, but alas, this book didn't live up to my expectations! I felt like the story wasn't fully developed. I love a good epistolary novel, but this one needed even more correspondence, in my opinion. It just felt a bit stilted, like it never quite got to the meat of the story. I wanted a deeper understanding of what went on in the two main character's pasts, as well as a deeper understanding of the sibling strife, the parents' issues, the friendship between Leanne and Becky, what happened to Becky's Dad, how long she was going out with Graham, etc. I just wanted more!
brendalovesbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I've had a lot going on in my life, and this book was just perfect for right now. It was a light, easy read that had me laughing out loud at times. I've loved this Boy series by Meg Cabot, and although I borrowed this one from the library, I'll most likely be buying it in the future (I have the rest of them in my collection).
I enjoy the email, text, etc. form in this book, but I don't think I could read books in this format too often. It's really fun every once in awhile, but it would get old. I also have to suspend disbelief sometimes when they're having whole long conversations over texts. Sometimes I do feel like it would be nice to read these stories in regular format, because I'd like to read actual, real conversations and stuff. But it's always nice to have a change of pace.
I enjoy the email, text, etc. form in this book, but I don't think I could read books in this format too often. It's really fun every once in awhile, but it would get old. I also have to suspend disbelief sometimes when they're having whole long conversations over texts. Sometimes I do feel like it would be nice to read these stories in regular format, because I'd like to read actual, real conversations and stuff. But it's always nice to have a change of pace.
kberry513's review against another edition
4.0
This is one of those quick, fun reads that Meg Cabot is so good at. It wasn't my favorite of hers, but it was definitely worth a read. Her characters are always a tiny bit quirky and fun and I would definitely read this one again at some point.
saintgalentine's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Bullying
kimberly88's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you to the publisher and LibraryThing's Early Reviewers for the ARC!
I'll read anything Meg Cabot writes and The Boy is Back is another fun read! It's a sweet romantic comedy told in texts, emails, and journal entries. If you're familiar with Cabot's Boy series, then you'll definitely enjoy this addition to the series of stand-alones. I hope she comes out with another soon!
I'll read anything Meg Cabot writes and The Boy is Back is another fun read! It's a sweet romantic comedy told in texts, emails, and journal entries. If you're familiar with Cabot's Boy series, then you'll definitely enjoy this addition to the series of stand-alones. I hope she comes out with another soon!
jojo_27's review against another edition
3.0
This book was fine. Meg Cabot is one of the few authors who can get away with the email/texting/journal entry style, and that aspect of it is good.
Overall a fun read, but seemed like it was dashed off quickly, and the plot development was lacking.
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However, the central conflict fell a little flat for me. So two high school kids are in love, one leaves, becomes rich and famous, comes back, and... boom, they're in love again? There just wasn't really much going on there. They didn't seem to need to get to know each other again at all. I don't know about you, but I was very different at 18 than I was at 28.Overall a fun read, but seemed like it was dashed off quickly, and the plot development was lacking.