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lwvies's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying
bookreader22's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I have enjoyed many of Kasie West's books. This one so far is my least favorite. It was a bit slow in some parts, a bit predictable, and I sometimes found it hard to connect to the characters. The book wasn't horrible, but not great either.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
chronicallybookish's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
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
4.0
Quick Stats
Age Rating: 12+
Over All: 4 stars
Plot: 4/5
Characters: 4/5
Setting: 4/5
Writing: 4/5
I have said it before, and I will say it again: Kasie West is the Queen of fluffy YA romcoms. There really is nothing like a Kasie West book. It’s like being wrapped in a big fluffy blanket. ALL the warm fuzzies.
And Kate’s story is no exception. Podcast stories are very trendy right now, and their a little subset of books I’ve found myself really enjoying, so I was excited to see that this would also have that aspect! I feel like including podcasting in books has surged in the past year, but this book came out in 2018, so Kasie West was ahead of the game.
No matter how many books I read that use this sort of plot, they always have something unique to bring to it, and they always do it in different ways. Crime podcasts, romance podcasts, advice podcasts. Podcast books never disappoint.
I loved Kate. She was a realistic protagonist who you couldn’t help but relate to. She cared so much about her family and friends. Her little rivalry with Frank almost seemed out of character, but I think it actually brought more of her complexities to light. She’s relatively shy, very caring, and very protective of those she loves. She’ll do anything to protect her family and their marina.
All the minor characters, too, were unique and lovable. Alana, Diego, Liza, Max, and even Frank.
All that is to say, another amazing book by an amazing author that you absolutely need to check out.
Age Rating: 12+
Over All: 4 stars
Plot: 4/5
Characters: 4/5
Setting: 4/5
Writing: 4/5
I have said it before, and I will say it again: Kasie West is the Queen of fluffy YA romcoms. There really is nothing like a Kasie West book. It’s like being wrapped in a big fluffy blanket. ALL the warm fuzzies.
And Kate’s story is no exception. Podcast stories are very trendy right now, and their a little subset of books I’ve found myself really enjoying, so I was excited to see that this would also have that aspect! I feel like including podcasting in books has surged in the past year, but this book came out in 2018, so Kasie West was ahead of the game.
No matter how many books I read that use this sort of plot, they always have something unique to bring to it, and they always do it in different ways. Crime podcasts, romance podcasts, advice podcasts. Podcast books never disappoint.
I loved Kate. She was a realistic protagonist who you couldn’t help but relate to. She cared so much about her family and friends. Her little rivalry with Frank almost seemed out of character, but I think it actually brought more of her complexities to light. She’s relatively shy, very caring, and very protective of those she loves. She’ll do anything to protect her family and their marina.
All the minor characters, too, were unique and lovable. Alana, Diego, Liza, Max, and even Frank.
All that is to say, another amazing book by an amazing author that you absolutely need to check out.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Grief
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