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Initially put off by yet another tale of a disaffected 20-year-old lacking motivation, I hesitated to continue. However, I'm glad I persisted because after 100 pages, the narrative gains momentum, and I became invested in her entanglement. Despite the familiar setup, the story proved to be a rewarding read overall.
pickThis contemporary YA novel takes what could be a goofy soap opera-esque plot device -- the protagonist wakes up after a serious head injury having forgotten the last 2 years of her life, which includes her figuring out she's queer and having a secret two year relationship with a girl -- and thoughtfully explores issues of grief, familial homophobia, coming out, romantic soulmates, memory, and fate. Beautiful #audiobook performed by Natalie Naudus!
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The final book in The Naturals series except for a novella that I also finished this week. I fully did not intend to read this until next month, but my library e-book holds opened up & I had to see how it all resolved. Overall, Barnes brought the series home well—fast-paced, some good resolutions. I did figure out a couple of the twists which had me yelling at characters in my head, but others got me. If you love ⬇️
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April 21, 2024
pickI never used to be much of a romance fan but I had a couple good ones hook me a year or two ago and now I like to throw one in every so often as it‘s nice to just blow through a book. I liked this one - not a favorite but mostly enjoyable
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