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A review by allthatissim
Josh and Gemma the Second Time Around by Sarah Ready
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Ending 2023 with "Josh and Jemma Make a Baby" left me eager for more, so diving into its sequel, "Josh and Jemma the Second Time Around," was a no-brainer to kick off my reading journey in 2024. And what a fantastic choice it turned out to be! The "Josh and Gemma" series surprised me in the best possible way.
"As long as you're here and there's a sky above, I'll love you. If you ever doubt it, just look up."
The sequel, "Josh and Gemma the Second Time Around," some might argue it wasn't necessary given the happily-ever-after in the first book. Yet, I'm sincerely grateful that Ready took the leap. I can't say much about this story because of the spoilers, but in a nutshell, it is about reconnecting, finding love again, losing yourself after a traumatic incident, finding yourself again, and embracing the new "you." It tackles real-life issues and ties up loose ends seamlessly, even presenting a redemption arc.
This series captured my heart! Gemma, with her relatable persona, great sense of humor, and compassionate heart, and Josh, with his endearing character, made for a compelling duo. The banter among various characters provided much-needed laughter amid the heavier themes. These books gave me all the feels as they have a lot of warmth and a surprising amount of emotional depth.
The audiobook narration by Erin Mallon is fantastic as always!
The journey Sarah Ready took me on with the story of Josh & Gemma was an unforgettable rollercoaster. Filled with love, heart, humor, and inevitable bumps in the road, I smiled, I laughed, and I cried—truly a literary adventure worth embarking upon!
"As long as you're here and there's a sky above, I'll love you. If you ever doubt it, just look up."
The sequel, "Josh and Gemma the Second Time Around," some might argue it wasn't necessary given the happily-ever-after in the first book. Yet, I'm sincerely grateful that Ready took the leap. I can't say much about this story because of the spoilers, but in a nutshell, it is about reconnecting, finding love again, losing yourself after a traumatic incident, finding yourself again, and embracing the new "you." It tackles real-life issues and ties up loose ends seamlessly, even presenting a redemption arc.
This series captured my heart! Gemma, with her relatable persona, great sense of humor, and compassionate heart, and Josh, with his endearing character, made for a compelling duo. The banter among various characters provided much-needed laughter amid the heavier themes. These books gave me all the feels as they have a lot of warmth and a surprising amount of emotional depth.
The audiobook narration by Erin Mallon is fantastic as always!
The journey Sarah Ready took me on with the story of Josh & Gemma was an unforgettable rollercoaster. Filled with love, heart, humor, and inevitable bumps in the road, I smiled, I laughed, and I cried—truly a literary adventure worth embarking upon!