Official Review: To Blossom and Back by Paul Hopkins

[kandscreeley]

The editing does sound atrocious, and it's too bad. I like the idea of the lyrics added in, but 10 in such a short book does sound a bit excessive. Thanks.

[inaramid]

That's a shame. The presence of emojis is just weird, I think. It might take a special set of circumstances to make that work.

[Alice Heritage]

Editing, so vital! Quoting abbreviations and emojis in text message conversations in a book is one thing, but I agree that they should not be allowed to compromise the narrative. I enjoyed reading your thorough review.

[Maria Esposito]

I think it is very courageous to write a book on your personal experience especially if that experience is strongly emotional and it is not approved by majority.
What you explained in your review as reasons for not liking the book seems justified but maybe author really wanted to go on completely different writing path. It seems he wanted to write a book different from any other, it is just a shame that it is not edited right since I fell it could ave been something strong and different.

Like I wrote in my review, I agree that it is courageous to write this type of book. However, my critiques had nothing to do with the author's writing path and were geared toward inconsistencies in the writing style and editing. Thank you for your comment and feedback!

A lot of work has to be done to improve this book. I am sorry you had to read it in this state. Thanks for the honest review.

Thanks for taking the time to read my review!

A critical, yet very useful review. If not for your rating, I would have chosen this to read. Thank you

This book has a lot of potential. It's a pity that it presents so many inconsistencies, but many people would want to read it if the author worked on them. Thank you so much for stopping by!

The theme of the book is not to my liking. Thank you for your review though. It was helpful.

I understand that the book might not be for everyone - it's quite controversial. Thanks for your kind comment.

I don't really care much for the theme, myself. That, coupled with all the other issues, makes me very unlikely to read this book. Thanks for your very honest and informative review!

That's fair! Thank you so much for your kind comment!

I enjoy books where the author gives an honest assessment of their emotions and the events. The content of this book looks interesting - if you can overlook the errors. I enjoyed your insights and comments about this book. Thanks.

Yes, the contents and perspective are definitely unique, that's why I selected this book for review in the first place. Thank you very much for stopping by!

This book is really emotional, my heart goes out to his devoted wife that he is cheating on. Marriage is not based on feelings but a decision to be committed to your partner no matter the challenges or temptations. The potholes in this book are really discouraging but I will give it a try. Thanks for your honest review.

I agree with you on marriage, and I really felt for his wife, too. I am glad you're willing to give this book a try regardless. Thanks for stopping by!

Wow, that sounds like a frustrating read. Thanks for your honest review so that I can skip the book!

It was! Thank you for taking the time to read my review and leave a comment!

Thanks for writing such an elaborate review. It is hard to write a review when the book is not interesting, but you were still honest in your review.

I agree with you - writing reviews of books I did not appreciate is definitely not my cup of tea!

Poor editing can make one frustrated and tired of reading...
I'll just pass.
Thanks for the informative review though.
Nice review

Thank you for stopping by!

I won't be reading this book. Cheaters turn me off. Then to write a whole book out of it and it ends up as a mess of unprofessionally done work? I'll pass.

I completely get you! Thank you for leaving a comment!

It sounds like the book has too many shortcomings for me; plus I don't really want to read about someone's affair. Thanks for the honest review, though!

Thanks for stopping by!

the theme of book is very sad. this shows how important in life for both wife and husband to committed for each other.either one of them found cheating life become tasteless
. so we should avoid cheating its necessary for healthy relationship.this book shows power of love in practical life.very emotional story.

Yes, it definitely is a story centered around emotions and feelings that are conventionally left in the dark. This is one aspect of the book I did appreciate. Thank you for leaving a comment!

The editing does sound atrocious, and it's too bad. I like the idea of the lyrics added in, but 10 in such a short book does sound a bit excessive. Thanks.

I also liked the idea of the lyrics, and I was pleased to read that Blossom's nickname comes from a song by Paolo Nutini, which I love. But it definitely got out of hand there. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts!

That's a shame. The presence of emojis is just weird, I think. It might take a special set of circumstances to make that work.

Yes, I agree. I would understand if he was using them when quoting texts or emails, but it was weird to see them in the narration. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

Editing, so vital! Quoting abbreviations and emojis in text message conversations in a book is one thing, but I agree that they should not be allowed to compromise the narrative. I enjoyed reading your thorough review.

Thank you so much for your kind comment!

[Maria Esposito]

It's sad that such a promising book had plenty of errors.
Thank you for your honest review.

Indeed. Thanks for your comment.

[snowbear]

What a critical and honest review of the book. I hope the author sorts the issue out since he seems to have an interesting idea for the story of the book. Thanks for your review.

[Lufri 21]

It seems that this book is kind of sad.

[Melisa Jane]

I don't like romance novels. Since you didn't like this book either, I think I'll give it a pass. Nice review though.

[Caffrey_19]

A book that involves emotional navigation. One would think that the book actually played on your own feelings as well. All the same, you did great with the review. Thank you

[NetMassimo]

It looks like the author had some ideas, but he didn't really know how to develop them. I assume he did the job on his own, or at least without the help of a professional editor who could guide him through the process. Thank you for your honest review!

[Maria Esposito]

What a critical and honest review of the book. I hope the author sorts the issue out since he seems to have an interesting idea for the story of the book. Thanks for your review.

Thanks for dropping a comment!

It seems that this book is kind of sad.

It is, in certain ways. The author allowed himself to be completely vulnerable, so I guess sadness was an inevitable part of the picture. Thanks for your comment!

I don't like romance novels. Since you didn't like this book either, I think I'll give it a pass. Nice review though.

I totally understand. Thank you for leaving a comment!

A book that involves emotional navigation. One would think that the book actually played on your own feelings as well. All the same, you did great with the review. Thank you

I try to be as emotionally detached from the books I review as I can. Especially with this one, I understand how easy it is to get judgemental about the author, so I was extra careful. Thank you for your comment!

It looks like the author had some ideas, but he didn't really know how to develop them. I assume he did the job on his own, or at least without the help of a professional editor who could guide him through the process. Thank you for your honest review!

I agree with you - I think that a professional editor would have improved the book's quality immensely. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment on my review.

[See_B00kReaDs]

Thanks for your honest review. First of all, I'm not interested in stories about extramarital affairs, and the fact that this book has a lot of issues. Your review has been helpful, I'll definitely pass on this one.

[Sumansona1344]

Thanks for the honest review!
I was planning on reading it but now I came to know that it is not my type at all.

[Jlblawrence]

I probably would have read this book based on its attractive cover and interesting title. I enjoyed reading the reasons you rated it a 1 and probably would have done the same myself. It does sound like it could be improved and hopefully the author takes into account the advice they are given and turns it into something spectacular. Thank you for the honest review.

[ChhornChantha]

The text of this book saddens me. These reflect the couple’s family life. Psychological issues are very important This book shows the power of love in marriage.