Reviews

This Close to Okay by Leesa Cross-Smith

kntaylor1216's review against another edition

4.0

If you’re into something a bit cheesy, and suspending reality in terms of what a normal person would do, this might be the book for you.

I found both characters to be very well developed, but Tallie’s occupation and behaviors to be in conflicting. I know she struggles throughout the book with this, but having friends who are in the mental health field, this situation would never happen. I wanted more from both Tallie and Emmett, and was honestly a bit disappointed at the ending. A heart-warming read for sure, but not as grounded as I hoped.

nicoleberning's review against another edition

emotional mysterious reflective sad 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

3.5

bookph1le's review against another edition

2.0

2.5 stars

I'm really unsure how to feel about this one. There were many things I liked, but in the end the whole just didn't work for me. I think this is mainly because I was sure things were going in one direction, then they did a complete 180 and headed in the opposite direction.

manderzreadz's review against another edition

4.0

I didn’t know what to expect with this book, but even though it tackled numerous darker subjects, it still left you feeling hopeful and not alone in this crazy world.

tashaseegmiller's review against another edition

5.0

What a stunning book. The writing is spectacular, the mysteries unravel perfectly, and I loved LOVED the whole thing.

alli_thebookgiraffe's review against another edition

4.0

I went into this book knowing zero things about it, which I am happy about. I really think the first 2/3rds where really well done. Then, we got to the end. I think the ending, for me, was just a bit rushed. It felt like all the secrets were revealed and then everyone was having emotions for like five pages, and then everyone lived happily ever after. I really liked this one, but the ending dropped it a star for me.

kayjanae's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny informative mysterious reflective relaxing sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

lisakerd's review against another edition

4.0

(See below for trigger warnings)
I’m so glad Leesa Cross-Smith balances out the heavy content with a cozy atmosphere. The idea of what can happen when two people randomly meet is very interesting too.
Cozy things include: Autumn, candles, cats, pasta, warm fuzzy afghans, wine, rainy days, etc.
Trigger warnings include: suicide, suicidal ideation, young child death, infertility

jenhurst's review against another edition

1.0

i'm sure this book is for someone but i'm not sure who. it was not insightful, interesting or memorable. the only memorable thing about it was how awful of a therapist representation it was. it was so unethical.

peaknit's review against another edition

4.0

Really more like a 4.5, this book was so different and heart breaking yet dear and overwhelming. I may need to just sit and savor it for a minute.