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If You Stay (Beautifully Broken, #1)

Courtney Cole
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If You Stay (Beautifully Broken, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Courtney Cole

If You Stay (Beautifully Broken, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

220

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Michigan • Contemporary

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

If You Stay by Courtney Cole follows Mia and Pax, two individuals grappling with their own pasts and personal challenges. Their lives intersect unexpectedly, prompting both to confront their fears and discover the possibility of healing and love. The story is part of the "Beautifully Broken" series.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

35,922 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

If You Stay by Courtney Cole has garnered praise for its emotional depth and character development, capturing readers with its raw portrayal of complex relationships and healing. However, some critics note the pacing issues and predictability of the plot. Despite this, its engaging narrative and realistic portrayal of trauma have struck a chord with many.

Who should read this

Who Should Read If You Stay (Beautifully Broken, #1)?

Readers who would enjoy If You Stay by Courtney Cole are fans of emotionally intense contemporary romances, similar to works by Colleen Hoover and Jamie McGuire. These readers appreciate stories of personal growth, deep emotional connection, and overcoming past trauma, akin to Beautiful Disaster and Hopeless.

4.1

35,922 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

220

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Michigan • Contemporary

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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