The Road Trip

Thankfully I read the book before watching this because if I hadn't I wouldn't have read the book!

The book is brilliant. This is loosely based on the book but so much is different. Important things! Things that make the story complete and relatable and relevant.

Firstly, why couldn't have been set in the UK? Why did they have to be abroad? Secondly, why is her sister in a lesbian relationship, and having sneaky talks about Addi not being welcome at their house anymore? The novel is huge on that family bond. The tv show rips that bond to shreds!

None of the characters are likeable in the tv adaptation. Do not get me started on Marcus! It's hugely disappointing. The flat share was brilliant. Maybe give that a go instead!

The perfect comforting watch balancing the fun of rom com traditions as well as offering a depth to the characters in its exploration of trust and boundaries in relationships as well as the intricacies of friendships and communication.

I thought the acting was class, genuine and heartfelt where each character was hatable, likeable, lovable and hilarious ! And it helps that they were dependably aided with a witty yet equally thoughtful script. It had everything that one would hope for from a Rom com, light and heartwarming and the right about of cheese. Definitely recommend this one to put a smile on your face! I'm left wondering what these characters are doing next ...!

Definitlely recommend watching this show - especially if the rom com genre is the one for you. It feels like a bit of a throwback to the classic rom com era. Overally the show is a really characterful series which you can binge very easily. Emma Appleton is fantastic as the female lead and the supporting characters are very good, there are also some great cameos throughout. The episodes are funny and there's some great humour sprinkled keep you entertained and engaged. The series itself is really nicely shot and there are some unexpected but really great twists as you go through. Highly recommend!

NOT a comedy... all romance and drama... It's a Rom-Dram, not rom-com.

I agree with other reviews. The lead male chracter was cast poorly. The actor just has little or no precense on screen. And offers no connection to the female lead. There's no chemistry, no spark, there.

The "atmosphere" is often on suited to comedy.. but the script just isn't there for comedy. Most of the scenes are over-emotional dramatic scenes... with VERY brief interludes to fill in gaps.

It's also one of those stories that start with story (A).. but that story is largely dependent upon the past.. so the series seamlessly jumps from time period to time period.. showing scenes of the present mixed with scenes from the past.. and the viewer is to determine which is which (that's not difficult). I often feel this "weaving" technique is used because if the story were told from A to B, rather than A, B, A, B, A, B, A , B... it wouldn't be that interesting.

Ultimately, even with the time swapping, this series just wasn't very engaging for me. I could not possibly care less about the overly abundant angst revolving around the relationship between these two main characters.. and THAT is all this series is about. And it just isn't funny anywhere.

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I am IN LOVE with each and every character. Fantastic chemistry. I was pulling for a happy ending in ALL the relationships. Dylan's love was just so palpable. Laurie Davidson is my absolute new favourite. What else is he in? I want to see more of him. Every actor brought their best to this. I hope it's a 10/10 as more people watch.

It's always important to feel like every actor is invested in a story and you really feel it here. Eddie and Bev were so believable as sisters. Dylan and Marcus were beautiful as 'brothers'. There's a lot of heart in this. It left me wanting a sequel. Very well done.