Squeaky Rating: 4.9/5
“Maybe we only have a certain amount of time to make the people we love know that we love them. And we should do it with all we have.”
Tillie Cole’s A Thousand Boy Kisses isn’t just a book—it’s an experience, one that fills your heart with love only to shatter it into a million pieces. I wished so badly for it to be different, for it not to be so sad. But at the same time, I wouldn’t trade the journey for anything.
Rune and Poppy’s love is the kind we all dream about—pure, deep, and timeless. From childhood best friends to soulmates, their bond is unbreakable. Poppy, full of light and laughter, lives life with an open heart, while Rune, intense and devoted, loves her with everything he has. Their dream of collecting a thousand boy kisses is simple yet magical, a promise of forever in a world that doesn’t always play fair.
As their story unfolds, I found myself smiling at their sweet moments, then pausing to wipe my tears when the weight of their love became too much to bear. There were times I had to put the book down just to breathe, to wish, to hope; only to pick it back up, knowing that some stories are meant to be felt, even when they hurt.
Tillie Cole’s writing is beautiful and heartbreaking, making every kiss, every promise, every stolen moment feel so real. This isn’t just a book about love; it’s about life, loss, and the reminder to cherish every second.
I wish their story wasn’t so sad, but maybe that’s what makes it unforgettable. If you’re ready for a book that will make you believe in love while breaking your heart, A Thousand Boy Kisses is a must-read. Just make sure to have tissues nearby – you’ll need them.
