... is half spirited roman à clef, half Hallmark-sweet romance ... ... The stakes in this novel, however, are larger than their relationship — as charming and passionate as that is ... Cabot's careful to remind us there are often extenuating circumstances in these situations — but she doesn't soften the blow of animal abandonment and neglect ... Cabot captures the beauty of the community and its unity in the face of adversity. Despite the wreckage they have to wade through, the camaraderie Bree builds with the Hartwells cements a sturdy foundation for Little Bridge, sturdier than any physical infrastructure ... A thought-provoking contemplation on actions and choice, No Judgments creates a safe space amidst the storm for its characters and revitalizes readers' hopes for humanity.
... you know the woman who wrote The Princess Diaries series will deliver a happy ending, along with engaging characters, lively dialogue and plenty of plot twists ... The descriptions in No Judgments of storm preparations, the hurricane itself and the dumbfounding aftermath all have the ring of authenticity.
As in Cabot’s previous adult romances, our heroine’s wit and humor and determination to stay the course shines through in this breezy story that is a pure delight to read.
Cabot creates a story that’s full of timely issues ... Through Bree, Cabot encourages readers to avoid judging people who stay behind in a hurricane to care for loved ones or protect their businesses ... Written in Cabot’s typically entertaining, breezy style, with tons of quirky side characters to liven up the story, this book will encourage readers to think compassionately about people who make hard decisions in the face of natural disasters ... A fun, fast, and romantic story.
Cabot shows that her work for adults can be just as frothy and entertaining. Though not especially memorable, this sweet novel will leave readers with a pleasant glow.
