We met 17-year-old Evan, as one life changing portrait has turned his world upside down and got him a spot on the Promising Young Artist program a4.75
We met 17-year-old Evan, as one life changing portrait has turned his world upside down and got him a spot on the Promising Young Artist program at NYU. After one chance encounter, his fresh new start takes a turn he never saw coming. With a race against time, Evan must figure out how to change the fate of a green-eyed girl, but this race is one he’s lost before.
I was automatically hooked into this book after the first chapter, the writing is just so gripping and descriptive. The development of the story and all the intricate little links between past and present just worked so well and flowed so easily, I had to force myself to put the book down. This story had me smiling so much, my cheeks began to hurt but also had some really sensitive moments as well, that were represented so beautifully in the writing and had me tearing up. Both our characters are so intriguing, the way they act and how their personalities bounce off each other, in the most perfect manner. The tension was built up so well, that I felt like my heart was racing with the characters. And that ending was just *chef's kiss* perfect, for the story and characters. I was honestly so blown away with this story and highly recommend checking it out when it releases on 15/10/24.
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I really freaking loved diving back into this world and getting to meet these new characters. I loved their story and how it developed, you really 4.5
I really freaking loved diving back into this world and getting to meet these new characters. I loved their story and how it developed, you really see how far they come from the beginning, and just how much their relationship grows. Gotta shout out the cameo from the characters in ASOBAT, absolutely loved this, gave me little kicky feet...more
Do check trigger warnings before reading this book. I really fucking loved this one and absolutely flew through it. I really enjoyed the character4.75
Do check trigger warnings before reading this book. I really fucking loved this one and absolutely flew through it. I really enjoyed the characters and getting to see all these deeper levels to them and ways that they were able to bond outside of sex. The level of understanding that they had for each other and grew within a short space of time, showed just how much they were willing to go through and sacrifice for each other and the connection they were building. The plot was a really interesting one and seeing how it played out and all the little connections that were made, was really enticing and I was literally hooked from the get go. The author's writing definitely contributed to this a lot, as it flowed really well and had you on the edge of your seat just eager to see what was going to go down between the characters next. Plus all the banter that was slotted in between, was such a welcoming relief and just absolutely gave me the giggles, especially the moments between Josh and Fred. Overall a really highly enjoyable read, that I definitely recommend checking out....more
I really freaking loved this book, these characters and their story will forever live in my head rent free. The writing hooks you in and you just 4.75
I really freaking loved this book, these characters and their story will forever live in my head rent free. The writing hooks you in and you just fly through the book before you even realise it. I love the fact that the '3rd act break up' was real subtle, rather than something that gets carried out. Rhett has my heart, that boy was so smitten with Willow, it was adorable. I'm so excited to read the rest of the next generation, highly recommend reading....more
I loved this book, it got me so emotional, at so many points throughout. Emily Henry yet again, wrote a book that felt so real and had me so immersed,I loved this book, it got me so emotional, at so many points throughout. Emily Henry yet again, wrote a book that felt so real and had me so immersed, I was literally hooked in, but at the same time I didn't want to rush to the end and have their story over with. I loved the characters and all their little quirks, their dynamics, their own personal stories we learn throughout the book. Just so many things about this book had me giddy with so much happiness by the end of their story. Another highly recommended read....more
I really enjoyed reading this one. There is a great amount of slow burn with the relationship and the story, it all builds so well that when you ge4.5
I really enjoyed reading this one. There is a great amount of slow burn with the relationship and the story, it all builds so well that when you get to the big crescendo at the end it is so gratifying. The character's have so many layers to them, that you are still uncovering things all the way to the end. I loved the ending for the characters and it made me want more of them and their story after Nocticadia. Highly recommended if you are looking for a new dark academia book to read. ...more
I really enjoyed this one. Their story is a very heart-wrenching one. There was a lot of moments when something was said and I would just go, ‘yes 4.5
I really enjoyed this one. Their story is a very heart-wrenching one. There was a lot of moments when something was said and I would just go, ‘yes that is what it is like' because she would have embodied a feeling so well. I loved the characters and the great representation for mental health throughout and the way it can affect those around you. The very ending felt a little rush, but it made no affect to the story in anyway, otherwise the pacing of the story was really well done. I will definitely be checking out more of Abby Jimenez's work in the future. ...more
I really loved this one and was getting so emotional watching what these characters were going through. I have bonded with them and their story so 4.5
I really loved this one and was getting so emotional watching what these characters were going through. I have bonded with them and their story so much, I felt like I was with them every step of the way. Rina Kent thought their story out so well and the way she executed it was spot on. ...more
I was really surprised by the direction the author has taken with this series and the root she took this book. I still very much love the character4.5
I was really surprised by the direction the author has taken with this series and the root she took this book. I still very much love the characters and getting even more details. Their story has got even more interesting and I can wait to see how it all comes together....more
I really loved getting a deeper dive into these characters and finding out what happened in their past. They definitely evolved well throughout the4.5
I really loved getting a deeper dive into these characters and finding out what happened in their past. They definitely evolved well throughout the book and their characteristics really shone through. Jayden was a little cutie and the sass on him ...more
I really enjoyed this and loved the development of the couple. As individual characters they had great depths to them and it was nice to see more 4.25
I really enjoyed this and loved the development of the couple. As individual characters they had great depths to them and it was nice to see more of them. I loved their story and the pace it developed at. Loved the writing as usual, don't think I've found a Rina Kent book where I haven't enjoyed it. It would of been nice to see a little more of the ending but that's just a personal thing and doesn't affect the story in anyway....more
I really loved this one and was so happy with the ending that the characters got. I was so tense and emotional throughout the whole book, just wat4.75
I really loved this one and was so happy with the ending that the characters got. I was so tense and emotional throughout the whole book, just watching and waiting for so many situations and dilemmas to be resolved. The characters in themselves have had me on an emotional rollercoaster ride. That epilogue had me in tears, I wasn't expecting that at all. Overall really loved this series and the characters will forever live rent free in my head....more
I loved this one and was absolutely hooked in from the get go. The characters and their story have embedded themselves into my heart and soul, I wa4.5
I loved this one and was absolutely hooked in from the get go. The characters and their story have embedded themselves into my heart and soul, I was with them through every moment in that book and that ending...more
OMG, I’m destroyed. Watching this story play out has absolutely devastated me, they have both gone through so much and through it all you just watch tOMG, I’m destroyed. Watching this story play out has absolutely devastated me, they have both gone through so much and through it all you just watch their love for each other get stronger and stronger. So many things happened that I just couldn't recover quick enough for the next thing, I have so much more love and respect for these characters than I did before. Honestly could not recommend enough, but do check trigger warnings as there are some tough topics throughout....more
I thoroughly enjoyed this one and found it to be really inspiring. I loved the writing and found it easy to fall in love with the characters. Their stI thoroughly enjoyed this one and found it to be really inspiring. I loved the writing and found it easy to fall in love with the characters. Their story grew and developed at the perfect pace, for me personally. Their growth as individuals was also paced well and getting to watch Marley grow as a character, and to who she wanted to be and have out of life, was really heart wrenching to watch but also really beautiful....more
I really enjoyed this deeper look into the characters and seeing more of their stories. Getting to see some of what happened after the Royal Elite serI really enjoyed this deeper look into the characters and seeing more of their stories. Getting to see some of what happened after the Royal Elite series was really adorable (IYKYK)...more
Ugh I loved this so much, everything felt so much deeper and we explored so many more levels to these characters. I really enjoyed the plot, the ou4.5
Ugh I loved this so much, everything felt so much deeper and we explored so many more levels to these characters. I really enjoyed the plot, the outcome was one that seemed a bit far fetched but I did have an idea that, that was where it was going to go. Still really enjoyed it and the writing was as amazing as usual, really couldn't recommend enough. ...more