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andreamhi's review
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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? It's complicated
4.5
This was just amazing to read. Again, could be very triggering for some people but I think they dealt with recovery so well and how healing’s is not linear and how important having a good supportive system is. Beautiful book ❤️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Drug use, Addiction, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, and Mental illness
courtnetto's review
dark
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I want to cry. There was such a range of emotions throughout this book as we see Eden go to a hearing and a trial in regards to her rape, while Josh is still dealing with his alcoholic Dad. Their relationship goes from strength to strength in the time they are together, only for them to break up due to a little argument over something Eden did. I loved seeing how strong Eden was becoming after having therapy sessions and also being more open about her ordeal. We even see more relationships develop with Eden as she doesn't hide away, although she is on 3 different medications now to help her trauma. The ending was beautiful and I am so happy it ended with Eden and Josh getting back together again. Eden also got a tattoo of a dandelion as a dedication to the two of them.. This book might actually be better than the first book.
For help:
Support Through Court
www.supportthrouhcourt.org
03000 810 006
Childline
www.childline.org.uk
0800 1111
Disrespect Nobody
www.disrespectnobody.co.uk
Samaritans
www.samaritans.org
116 123
Rape Crisis England & Wales
www.rapecrisis.org.uk
0808 802 9999
Survivors UK
www.survivorsuk.org
Alcoholics Anonymous
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Ala-anon & Alateen
www.al-anonuk.org.uk
NHS
ŵww.nhs.uk/nhs-services/sexual-health-services
For help:
Support Through Court
www.supportthrouhcourt.org
03000 810 006
Childline
www.childline.org.uk
0800 1111
Disrespect Nobody
www.disrespectnobody.co.uk
Samaritans
www.samaritans.org
116 123
Rape Crisis England & Wales
www.rapecrisis.org.uk
0808 802 9999
Survivors UK
www.survivorsuk.org
Alcoholics Anonymous
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Ala-anon & Alateen
www.al-anonuk.org.uk
NHS
ŵww.nhs.uk/nhs-services/sexual-health-services
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Drug use, Rape, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Addiction, and Panic attacks/disorders
reading_nookva's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I’m so so so glad Amber Smith wrote another book to continue Eden’s story! I was absolutely engrossed in both books and I loved each of them…
This one was a lot more light hearted than the first one however definitely enjoyed it just as much!
I love her writing style and how detailed she writes about things.
I was scared when I got half way when Eden and Josh broke up and I still had a whole other way of the book but it definitely made sense when I read the second part!
I also absolutely loved that this one had both POVs from Eden and Josh, that definitely made it even more special to be able to get into Josh’s head! - who knew he was such a softie 🥰😂
This one was a lot more light hearted than the first one however definitely enjoyed it just as much!
I love her writing style and how detailed she writes about things.
I was scared when I got half way when Eden and Josh broke up and I still had a whole other way of the book but it definitely made sense when I read the second part!
I also absolutely loved that this one had both POVs from Eden and Josh, that definitely made it even more special to be able to get into Josh’s head! - who knew he was such a softie 🥰😂
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, and Rape
emilemilemily5's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Mental illness, Sexual violence, Sexual assault, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Rape, and Vomit
rhbraun11's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Alcohol, Alcoholism, and Sexual content
theintrovertsbooks's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Mental illness, and Cursing
Moderate: Sexual content, Sexual violence, Drug abuse, Abandonment, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Grief, Alcohol, and Addiction
Minor: Vomit, Injury/Injury detail, Drug use, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Blood, Child abuse, and Bullying
kayleejanes's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcohol, Rape, Bullying, Drug use, Alcoholism, and Panic attacks/disorders
strandbuggie's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
slow-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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Mental illness, Rape, and Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol, Alcoholism, Drug abuse, and Addiction
Minor: Cursing and Vomit
miyaaeris's review
emotional
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Alcohol and Addiction
litzy56's review
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
It was honestly a good book I have been waiting to read this and when I finally got to it I loved it
I was shocked when I found out that Eden was with Steve like what!?
She later on says her reasons for dating him and no how can she with someone who you don’t love not only that he called her a bitch and a slut like he wasn’t lying at that time but to date that person is so not it. Then as the book went on I kept feeling bad for Josh like he was holding on too many things and he was slowly breaking and I also hated how he kept saying that he’s this perfect person and can’t fuck up like this just shows how stressed my dude was and I hate it cuz he’s such a nice guy that he doesn’t deserve it but I’m glad he worked things with himself by going to there reunions and his relationship with father got better so that was good and him quitting basketball was such a relief for him I love it and I really love his relationship with his mother they understand each other and are in the same team. You can see Eden grow throughout the story and I really love how she goes on runs in the morning cuz me too and honestly it’s healthier for her and the fact that she got back playing the clarinet is amazing she loved that so glad she got back to it. I hate how Caelin is now like does he get better like this whole thing seems to have affected him so much and honestly he’s a character I really love and seeing him smoking cigarettes and getting drunk is not the he should I really hope he got better even if they didn’t win the case in which they didn’t say but it’s fine it’s not need I did wanted to know but it’s fine and I’m glad Eden is ready. I love Dominic he’s such a funny and supportive guy like I need him in my life and same with Parker she literally kept my girl going when she was at her lowest. I really don’t like the scene of the pregnancy like I feel like it’s stupid and not really worth getting mad for so I feel like the author could’ve done a better job at finding a better argument in which they would give each other space. Other than that I love this it’s such a cute, funny, and pretty story I love to see that both Josh and Eden grew so much. Btw I hate the beard Josh. Also I think Mara also grew and like her better now she’s a good friend and I also like Cameron he’s a good person (never disliked him in the first place). Also the tattoo my girl got is so it like it’s so meaningful to them I love it.
I was shocked when I found out that Eden was with Steve like what!?
She later on says her reasons for dating him and no how can she with someone who you don’t love not only that he called her a bitch and a slut like he wasn’t lying at that time but to date that person is so not it. Then as the book went on I kept feeling bad for Josh like he was holding on too many things and he was slowly breaking and I also hated how he kept saying that he’s this perfect person and can’t fuck up like this just shows how stressed my dude was and I hate it cuz he’s such a nice guy that he doesn’t deserve it but I’m glad he worked things with himself by going to there reunions and his relationship with father got better so that was good and him quitting basketball was such a relief for him I love it and I really love his relationship with his mother they understand each other and are in the same team. You can see Eden grow throughout the story and I really love how she goes on runs in the morning cuz me too and honestly it’s healthier for her and the fact that she got back playing the clarinet is amazing she loved that so glad she got back to it. I hate how Caelin is now like does he get better like this whole thing seems to have affected him so much and honestly he’s a character I really love and seeing him smoking cigarettes and getting drunk is not the he should I really hope he got better even if they didn’t win the case in which they didn’t say but it’s fine it’s not need I did wanted to know but it’s fine and I’m glad Eden is ready. I love Dominic he’s such a funny and supportive guy like I need him in my life and same with Parker she literally kept my girl going when she was at her lowest. I really don’t like the scene of the pregnancy like I feel like it’s stupid and not really worth getting mad for so I feel like the author could’ve done a better job at finding a better argument in which they would give each other space. Other than that I love this it’s such a cute, funny, and pretty story I love to see that both Josh and Eden grew so much. Btw I hate the beard Josh. Also I think Mara also grew and like her better now she’s a good friend and I also like Cameron he’s a good person (never disliked him in the first place). Also the tattoo my girl got is so it like it’s so meaningful to them I love it.
Content Warnings
Minor: Addiction, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Pregnancy, and Rape