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bethanmarie_x's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
modestyblaise's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content
tribe8fan's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I normally don’t read romance but I enjoyed this book.
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment
olive_martini_666's review against another edition
DNF @ page 26, the writing style is not for me.
j_nine's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
3.5
emjhs's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for the chance to read an ARC of Nora Goes Off Script. I am sharing a review voluntarily.
From the first page, I was curious. I’d been drawn to a story of a woman experiencing love closer to my demographics and experiences than I often read. I loved the rawness of this story. I was worried we’d have to get through her first break-up to get to the real story, the new romance with Leo. I was relieved to learn that the story starts after the break-up and in the middle of a new space. I enjoyed the flashbacks and retrospective on Nora’s relationship with Ben, though it did feel a bit suffocating at points. I had this overhanging sense that Nora needed to stop the comparison to fully let go and move on. I’m sure that’s easier said than done after a long relationship.
The romance with Leo felt both unexpected and predictable and I liked how it unfolded. He had an air of chaos to his decisions and movements and it was totally plausible though baffling that he’d just evaporate. I didn’t see the twist/resolution coming at all and was satisfied by it.
The dialogue was punchy and sarcastic and I enjoyed it so much. Sometimes some of the narrative was a bit dry but I think that reflected Nora’s affect. I also love that the kids were age appropriate and had personalities. They weren’t schmaltzy caricatures of children, much like a made for tv romance.
This story really was a delight to read and reflect on. I am so glad I read it.
From the first page, I was curious. I’d been drawn to a story of a woman experiencing love closer to my demographics and experiences than I often read. I loved the rawness of this story. I was worried we’d have to get through her first break-up to get to the real story, the new romance with Leo. I was relieved to learn that the story starts after the break-up and in the middle of a new space. I enjoyed the flashbacks and retrospective on Nora’s relationship with Ben, though it did feel a bit suffocating at points. I had this overhanging sense that Nora needed to stop the comparison to fully let go and move on. I’m sure that’s easier said than done after a long relationship.
The romance with Leo felt both unexpected and predictable and I liked how it unfolded. He had an air of chaos to his decisions and movements and it was totally plausible though baffling that he’d just evaporate. I didn’t see the twist/resolution coming at all and was satisfied by it.
The dialogue was punchy and sarcastic and I enjoyed it so much. Sometimes some of the narrative was a bit dry but I think that reflected Nora’s affect. I also love that the kids were age appropriate and had personalities. They weren’t schmaltzy caricatures of children, much like a made for tv romance.
This story really was a delight to read and reflect on. I am so glad I read it.
katiekt1216's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? No
3.5
danid0505's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
maritwalsh's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0