but I actually loved it even more because of that
923267
It was slightly smaller than I thought, but I actually loved it even more because of that. It holds many SD cards and fits easily in most traveling cases without taking up too much space.
943993
Even better than the first one, which was awesome.
2033151
Green Light! I was skeptical on how there could be a sequel to Away but B.A Wolfe pulled it off masterfully. I laughed and bawled uncontrollably and when I finished the book I thought to myself "I needed that". The plot and character development were superb. I loved this even more than the first book.  She is truly one of my favorite authors and I can't wait to read whatever she comes out with next
97556
One of his little antlers broke off, so he is a 3.2 now, but that makes me love it even more. Very sturdy (other than the one broken antler). I love love love this little holder. I plan on buying some more this Christmas for many people because I love mine so much.
2651010
Maybe because I struggled a little to get into the story in the first book and was already fully invested with this one,  but I honestly loved this book and it's rare for me to enjoy a subsequent book more than the 1st in a series.
3168348
I chose this rating because I really do love it.  It made me feel as if I was there all over again.
3283747
It was awesome i wish that it was longer and that it was even more romantic like go to a movie or go to the wedding.
1619293
It was constantly bringing me tears, laughs, and a nostalgic look forward and backward for me
173916
I was a fan of this when I was younger, but now that I'm older I have a full appreciation of it.
24515
I thought I remembered this book from when I was 10, but I was so engrossed in the story when I recently re-read it, I realized I love it even more than I once did. What a loveable character! How revealing to read about life in Maine so long ago. It just made me very happy to be able to enjoy a simple story about a simpler time.
1830391
Read years ago, but loved it just as much; 2nd. time
2187013
I didn't expect to fall in love with this book as much as I did, but I really dove in headfirst.

Lara Jean is THE most relatable character I have ever read in my life. I feel like Jenny Han took my younger, naive, and sheltered self, turned her into a literary figure with a funner family, and with her writing magic translated with stunning accuracy every quirky thing about who I once was (still am in some ways?) in her narrative. I had so much FUN with this book; I just plowed through it, stopping only to read random parts to my boyfriend (trying to sleep, next to me) that describe me perfectly. From the playful-annoying relationship with Kitty to her semi-awkward social status at school to her frequent wardrobe styling dilemmas, I just loved her.

I had a super not-fun time for most of high school, so in a way this novel gave me a chance to rewrite that script. :) I just devoured the sequel in two days, flat. They both give me an interesting sense of nostalgia (by proxy). Had to leave my raving reviews before going to sleep! :)

I used to feel a sort of literary shame for continuing to read young adult well into my adult years, but I feel none as I tell you all I ADORE this book and its sequel.
3426866
There is so much that I honestly LOVED about this book.

The overall plot had a bit of a different twist (not entirely unique, but not as "done" as other plots/approaches) given that Anna was initially "in service" at Westhaven's home.  It allowed a much deeper and multi-faceted relationship to develop between them.  And it also helped Anna get to know 2 of his brothers very well - which gave readers a chance to get to know them as well.

I loved the relationship among the 3 brothers as well as meeting their father - the Duke - his wife, getting a glimpse at their relationship, other members of the family and its history, etc.

I adored Anna's relationship with Morgan, and how that character developed.

The troubles facing Anna even had promise.

But some elements of the book that would have been fine became incredibly frustrating because the book simply dragged on for too long.  Honestly, I think a good 100 pages could have been cut and it would have tightened up the plot, made the danger seem more real and pressing - and not led me to roll my eyes at some of the impressions held by, and misunderstandings between, our hero and heroine.

**spoilerish**

Because of the drawn out story/book, Anna spent far too much time not trusting an obviously trustworthy Westhaven.  And she began to look at minimum foolish if not truly stupid to not see how his (and his father's) power could have greatly diminished if not entirely removed the threat.

For his part, Westhaven made every argument for marriage under the sun, save the one that would actually have mattered - that he loved her!  Since she'd admitted her feelings for him, how could he not have realized that the fact he returned those feelings might have gotten him the positive response he so desired.

While this gave his family members some funny moments when they essentially rolled their own eyes at how he was bungling things - a little of that would have been great but there was far too much opportunity since in my opinion this story was artificially stretched.  And I really can't see to what end.

At the same time, rather than take advantage of the length to provide new info/back-story as opposed to repeating the same things, we were left with huge missing pieces of the family history and dynamics, especially regarding Westhaven's 2 deceased brothers, how one of them may have been involved with a woman who was briefly/previously Westhaven's betrothed, etc.  This is the first book in the series, yet parts of it felt like I was reading a 2nd or 3rd book.

I will very likely read the next book in the series because I did get to know and love Dev.  I am glad I read this - but even more so that I only spent 89 cents vs. paying full purchase price.

Significant editing/chopping length could have transformed this book - at least for me - into a 4 or even 5 star read.  The pieces were all there, but too much adrift in a sea of excess (and therefore repetitive) verbiage.
1774671
I think I like it even better than the first album.
4342091
I really enjoyed this second book in the series even more than the first and I really enjoyed that one!
3320163
The fact that he reads it, makes it even better.
3790626
It was incredible! Even better than I expected! The slipcase, the books, the covers, everything is so well made! I would definitely recommend this!