The Breakup Tour

by Emily Wibberley
The Breakup Tour cover
Good Books rating 3.83
Romance
Technical:
  • ID: 1525
  • Added: 2025-10-07
  • Updated: 2025-10-08
  • ISBN: 9781035020362
  • Publisher: Pan Macmillan
  • Published: 2024-01-25
  • Formats: 2
  • Reviews: 3
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Riley Wynn, a once-promising singer-songwriter turned overnight superstar, finds herself in a public feud with her ex-husband over the inspiration behind her hit breakup song. In a moment of desperation, she reaches out to Max Harcourt, her college boyfriend and the true muse behind the song. Max, now managing his family's retirement home, agrees to join her on tour as her muse, leading to a whirlwind of performances, rekindled feelings, and the possibility of a second chance. As they travel across the country, Riley and Max must navigate their complicated past and decide if their future together is worth fighting for. The Breakup Tour is a captivating exploration of love, music, and the power of second chances, perfect for fans of emotional and heartwarming romances.

Reviews
All by the Book · 2024-03-15
satisfying 3.50

The pacing is quick and the behind-the-scenes look at the music industry, though not entirely realistic, is interesting and easy to follow. The romance develops in a satisfying way.

This reviewer appreciated the quick pacing of the novel, which kept the story moving at a brisk pace. While the behind-the-scenes look at the music industry might not be entirely realistic, it was still engaging and added an interesting backdrop to the romance. They found the development of the relationship between the characters to be satisfying and well-paced, making it a enjoyable read overall. The reviewer also noted that the book's strengths lie in its ability to blend romance with a unique setting.

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    The pacing is quick, and whilst the 'behind the scenes in the music industry' parts don't seem hugely realistic, it's interesting and easy to follow.

    The romance develops in a satisfying way.

    The book's strengths lie in its ability to blend romance with a unique setting.

Drizzle and Hurricane Books · 2024-01-26
enjoyable 4.00

The dual perspectives of Max and Riley were engaging, and the inclusion of song lyrics added a unique and enjoyable element. The story effectively balances romance and personal growth.

This reviewer really enjoyed the dual perspectives of Max and Riley, finding both characters equally compelling. The inclusion of song lyrics was a standout feature, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative. They appreciated how the story balanced the romance with the personal journeys of the characters, making it a well-rounded read. The reviewer found the dynamics between the characters to be well-crafted, and the pacing kept them engaged throughout.

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    The story's told from both Max and Riley's POV and I enjoyed both immensely.

    AND there are song lyrics in there as well, which were excellent.

    The pacing is good and the character development is well done.

The Bookish Libra · Suzanne · 2024-01-22
compelling 4.00

This is a slow burn romance with both Riley and Max having personal baggage to work through before they can begin to explore their feelings. The emotional depth and character development make it a compelling read.

Suzanne highlights that this is a slow burn romance, which allows for a deep exploration of the characters' personal baggage and emotional journeys. Both Riley and Max have significant issues to work through, which adds layers to their relationship and makes their eventual connection more meaningful. The reviewer found the emotional depth and character development to be particularly compelling, making it a thoughtful and engaging read. They appreciated the nuanced portrayal of the characters and the way their personal growth is intertwined with their romantic journey.

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    This was definitely a slow burn romance as both Riley and Max have some personal baggage that they need to work through before they could even begin to explore their feelings.

    The emotional depth and character development make it a compelling read.

    The nuanced portrayal of the characters and the way their personal growth is intertwined with their romantic journey is particularly engaging.

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