Reviews

Damaged Goods by L.J. Shen

katlikesreadingbooks's review

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective 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

4.0

This book really is for the ones who never felt good enough. It hit me deep and I really loved seeing the growth of the MC Bailey. All while accepting her love for her childhood best friend Lev. The story was beautifully written and had me giggling through out. The characters’ humors were very refreshing, and added a lightness to the book. I really loved Lev and his dedication and devotion to the ones he loves. You may feel damaged, but it does not define you ♥️ Follow Bailey and Lev on their journey together. #BailLev4Ever

🔥🔥🔥 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Drug abuse, Drug use, Suicide attempt, and Addiction

holly_hawk_reads_a_lot's review against another edition

5.0

Damaged Goods is the fourth book in the All Saints High series. I loved this book so much and it was worth the wait. This is the story of Lev and Bailey. Lev is Knight's brother, and Bailey is Daria's sister. This book could be read as a standalone, but I suggest reading them in order so you know the side characters.

This book was amazing and everything I could have asked for these two characters, plus all of the side characters. It was great to see all of the past characters that I have fallen in love with.

Both Lev and Bailey have their issues going on and they are trying to figure out where life is going to take them. I just finished it today, and I'm already ready to do a reread. I loved Lev so much.

alyssanoelle's review

dark emotional hopeful sad 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? Yes

5.0

bostonkatreads's review against another edition

2.0

I wanted to like this book more, but it was just really intense. And also unbelievable, to me, that these characters were in high school! I know I’m from a small town but geez. LOTS of trigger warnings with this book so be sure to check those out if you’re considering reading. I’m glad to have my beautiful PS sub cover version of this book, but I wouldn’t re-read. At least it’s HEA at the end.

lydieuh's review against another edition

challenging emotional sad 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? Yes

4.0

rebelreadsbooks's review against another edition

5.0

I was jumping up and down in excitement when I knew we were returning to Todos Santos and I wasn't disappointed. This story is both heart warming and heart wrenching at the same time and I loved it. LJ Shen has a way of writing that pulls you right into the pages of the book and engrossed in the storyline. Brilliant.

booksarewhereitsat's review against another edition

4.0

Another win from LJ Shen ❤️‍

vivizinha's review against another edition

2.0

GOD WHY DID DEAN NEED SOMEONE ELSE???????
This is not the romance I want to read in books.

edit 2:
DEAN AND DIXIE HAD A CHILD TOGETHER WTF NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

uribesarah's review

4.0

Great!

paige_reader's review

challenging hopeful reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75