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literarilyjess's review
4.0
I had to read this slowly for Reasons, but it was wonderful. Ahh, I adore Kate’s writing.
jpar2007's review
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
katkinney's review
4.0
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Flux books for allowing me to read and review “Shoot the Moon” by Kate Watson. What an insightful look at addiction. I can’t remember the last time I read a book that so deeply takes us into the numbing, heart-pounding world of brain-chemistry changing addiction, where just the mention of a trigger, a let-down during the course of the day, or just not having enough to DO can cause that itch to beg incessantly to be scratched. Kate Watson illustrated that so beautifully through Tate’s struggles and eventual management of his disease.
And the plotting and narrative of this was so nicely done. I loved the creativity in the characters of the Wolfs, of Alex, the angry daughter who is out to hurt everyone she touches, the toxic parents, the campaign pitting two relatives by marriage against one another that exposes all sorts of dirt. The mafia and the secrets that they hold and use. This was entertaining and brilliantly plotted. An entertaining treat from start to finish.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the author.
Please excuse typos. Entered on screen reader.
And the plotting and narrative of this was so nicely done. I loved the creativity in the characters of the Wolfs, of Alex, the angry daughter who is out to hurt everyone she touches, the toxic parents, the campaign pitting two relatives by marriage against one another that exposes all sorts of dirt. The mafia and the secrets that they hold and use. This was entertaining and brilliantly plotted. An entertaining treat from start to finish.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the author.
Please excuse typos. Entered on screen reader.
diamondxgirl's review
5.0
This is one of the best cover —> story realizations I’ve ever seen. What I see:
1. A little James Bond
2. A conflicted boy who is still figuring himself out
3. A little danger when you slip too far into the abyss
I loved this book and Tate Bertram! A solid story from start to finish!
1. A little James Bond
2. A conflicted boy who is still figuring himself out
3. A little danger when you slip too far into the abyss
I loved this book and Tate Bertram! A solid story from start to finish!
acdom's review
5.0
First, thanks to Netgalley for providing me with an e-ARC.
Secondly, damn. I MEAN DAMN. Any writer who can take an unlikable douchebag character and humanize them, then make me actively root for them should get all the stars in the world for their books. In this case, this is worthy of five fist pumping stars.
I'm going to have to do a reread with this to pick up on all the poker details, especially after reading the glossary at the back. If you're only sort of acquainted with poker (in that I've watched many hours of the World Poker Tour with my dad but there was still SO MUCH I didn't know), read the glossary in the back first, as that will help you understand the dozens of terms thrown around.
Until I can reread the final product, I'm just going to say that I'm so happy this book exists, it definitely made me cry, and I need more Bertram stories in my life (hey Kate, a third one then...?)
Secondly, damn. I MEAN DAMN. Any writer who can take an unlikable douchebag character and humanize them, then make me actively root for them should get all the stars in the world for their books. In this case, this is worthy of five fist pumping stars.
I'm going to have to do a reread with this to pick up on all the poker details, especially after reading the glossary at the back. If you're only sort of acquainted with poker (in that I've watched many hours of the World Poker Tour with my dad but there was still SO MUCH I didn't know), read the glossary in the back first, as that will help you understand the dozens of terms thrown around.
Until I can reread the final product, I'm just going to say that I'm so happy this book exists, it definitely made me cry, and I need more Bertram stories in my life (hey Kate, a third one then...?)
cathy_acasefullofbooks's review
4.0
Shoot the Moon is a companion novel to Seeking Mansfield. It follows Tate Bertram, only a secondary character in book one, as he struggles with a gambling addiction, trying to keep his grades up at school, and interning on his aunt's political campaign. All that, plus the political competition might have ties to the mob! This book was so fun!
I really enjoyed this book - maybe even more than Seeking Mansfield! I enjoyed Tate's characters development, especially how Watson made sure that his gambling addiction wasn't just *poof* fixed, but that he had to struggle through it.
I also appreciate that she wrote about poker so much, but did so in a way that someone who knows nothing about poker (*ahem* me) wasn't completely lost or bored by it all.
I can't wait to see what Watson comes up with next!
*I received a digital ARC of Shoot the Moon via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
I really enjoyed this book - maybe even more than Seeking Mansfield! I enjoyed Tate's characters development, especially how Watson made sure that his gambling addiction wasn't just *poof* fixed, but that he had to struggle through it.
I also appreciate that she wrote about poker so much, but did so in a way that someone who knows nothing about poker (*ahem* me) wasn't completely lost or bored by it all.
I can't wait to see what Watson comes up with next!
*I received a digital ARC of Shoot the Moon via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
cozykrysti's review
5.0
SEEKING MANSFIELD was one of my very favorite 2017 debut novels, and author Kate Watson has certainly cemented herself as one of my favorite contemporary authors with her sophomore novel SHOOT THE MOON.
This story is equal parts entertaining and moving and brought me to tears more than once! Following Tate Bertram on his journey through gambling addiction, love, and self discovery was such a lovely and heartrending experience. I can't recommend this book highly enough to fans of YA and NA contemporary literature.
Tate is such a dynamic, fun, and lovable character. It was an absolute delight to get to experience the world through his eyes. SEEKING MANSFIELD is a retelling of Jane Austen's MANSFIELD PARK, and Tate is Watson's re-imagined version of Tom Bertram. I fell in love with Tate in SEEKING MANSFIELD. I found him to be so much more likable than his predecessor, and I'm so glad we really got to dive into his story in SHOOT THE MOON.
I loved the pacing of this story. It moves quickly while still giving plenty of detail and fully developing Tate's character. There are also some great subplots going on throughout the story, and Watson did a brilliant job of tying it all together in the end.
There is a really sweet romance in SHOOT THE MOON, and Watson did such a brilliant job of weaving it throughout the story while not letting it overpower the plot. It was also so great to get to see Finley and Oliver (one of my OTPs) again!
What struck me most about this story is Tate's gambling addiction. The way in which the author described Tate's emotions and the very physical withdrawal symptoms he experienced felt so genuine and was clearly very well researched. It added a sense of realness and gravity to the story that lingered with me long after I closed the book.
I was so entirely enchanted by these characters, and I've now been equally enchanted by both of Watson's books. I cannot recommend them highly enough, and I truly cannot wait to see more from this author in the future!
This story is equal parts entertaining and moving and brought me to tears more than once! Following Tate Bertram on his journey through gambling addiction, love, and self discovery was such a lovely and heartrending experience. I can't recommend this book highly enough to fans of YA and NA contemporary literature.
Tate is such a dynamic, fun, and lovable character. It was an absolute delight to get to experience the world through his eyes. SEEKING MANSFIELD is a retelling of Jane Austen's MANSFIELD PARK, and Tate is Watson's re-imagined version of Tom Bertram. I fell in love with Tate in SEEKING MANSFIELD. I found him to be so much more likable than his predecessor, and I'm so glad we really got to dive into his story in SHOOT THE MOON.
I loved the pacing of this story. It moves quickly while still giving plenty of detail and fully developing Tate's character. There are also some great subplots going on throughout the story, and Watson did a brilliant job of tying it all together in the end.
There is a really sweet romance in SHOOT THE MOON, and Watson did such a brilliant job of weaving it throughout the story while not letting it overpower the plot. It was also so great to get to see Finley and Oliver (one of my OTPs) again!
What struck me most about this story is Tate's gambling addiction. The way in which the author described Tate's emotions and the very physical withdrawal symptoms he experienced felt so genuine and was clearly very well researched. It added a sense of realness and gravity to the story that lingered with me long after I closed the book.
I was so entirely enchanted by these characters, and I've now been equally enchanted by both of Watson's books. I cannot recommend them highly enough, and I truly cannot wait to see more from this author in the future!
jmjames1210's review against another edition
4.0
I had to read this slowly for Reasons, but it was wonderful. Ahh, I adore Kate’s writing.
krystimuggle's review
5.0
SEEKING MANSFIELD was one of my very favorite 2017 debut novels, and author Kate Watson has certainly cemented herself as one of my favorite contemporary authors with her sophomore novel SHOOT THE MOON.
This story is equal parts entertaining and moving and brought me to tears more than once! Following Tate Bertram on his journey through gambling addiction, love, and self discovery was such a lovely and heartrending experience. I can't recommend this book highly enough to fans of YA and NA contemporary literature.
Tate is such a dynamic, fun, and lovable character. It was an absolute delight to get to experience the world through his eyes. SEEKING MANSFIELD is a retelling of Jane Austen's MANSFIELD PARK, and Tate is Watson's re-imagined version of Tom Bertram. I fell in love with Tate in SEEKING MANSFIELD. I found him to be so much more likable than his predecessor, and I'm so glad we really got to dive into his story in SHOOT THE MOON.
I loved the pacing of this story. It moves quickly while still giving plenty of detail and fully developing Tate's character. There are also some great subplots going on throughout the story, and Watson did a brilliant job of tying it all together in the end.
There is a really sweet romance in SHOOT THE MOON, and Watson did such a brilliant job of weaving it throughout the story while not letting it overpower the plot. It was also so great to get to see Finley and Oliver (one of my OTPs) again!
What struck me most about this story is Tate's gambling addiction. The way in which the author described Tate's emotions and the very physical withdrawal symptoms he experienced felt so genuine and was clearly very well researched. It added a sense of realness and gravity to the story that lingered with me long after I closed the book.
I was so entirely enchanted by these characters, and I've now been equally enchanted by both of Watson's books. I cannot recommend them highly enough, and I truly cannot wait to see more from this author in the future!
This story is equal parts entertaining and moving and brought me to tears more than once! Following Tate Bertram on his journey through gambling addiction, love, and self discovery was such a lovely and heartrending experience. I can't recommend this book highly enough to fans of YA and NA contemporary literature.
Tate is such a dynamic, fun, and lovable character. It was an absolute delight to get to experience the world through his eyes. SEEKING MANSFIELD is a retelling of Jane Austen's MANSFIELD PARK, and Tate is Watson's re-imagined version of Tom Bertram. I fell in love with Tate in SEEKING MANSFIELD. I found him to be so much more likable than his predecessor, and I'm so glad we really got to dive into his story in SHOOT THE MOON.
I loved the pacing of this story. It moves quickly while still giving plenty of detail and fully developing Tate's character. There are also some great subplots going on throughout the story, and Watson did a brilliant job of tying it all together in the end.
There is a really sweet romance in SHOOT THE MOON, and Watson did such a brilliant job of weaving it throughout the story while not letting it overpower the plot. It was also so great to get to see Finley and Oliver (one of my OTPs) again!
What struck me most about this story is Tate's gambling addiction. The way in which the author described Tate's emotions and the very physical withdrawal symptoms he experienced felt so genuine and was clearly very well researched. It added a sense of realness and gravity to the story that lingered with me long after I closed the book.
I was so entirely enchanted by these characters, and I've now been equally enchanted by both of Watson's books. I cannot recommend them highly enough, and I truly cannot wait to see more from this author in the future!