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crystalisreading's review
hopeful
relaxing
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
How have I read this little book 3 separate times and never once reviewed it? it's a lightweight comfort read for me, who rarely rereads books. Yes, there's some problematic content reflecting a pre-#MeToo world, but this story manages to keep Tessa strong and the story sweet. and honestly I find Blaize kind of sweet too. I guess I'm a sucker for these sort of power dynamics in a romance, in this case a secretary helping out a high powered executive. Tessa is strong (although her relationship with her mother is not super healthy) and I love that while she DOES want a committed relationship (demi, maybe?), there's no mention of kids as a goal. They both love their work and their independence, as well as each other. And there's no super melodramatic problems in the book, just two people navigating attraction (including some sexy times) and communication and personal values. Perhaps that's part of the reason it's such a comfort read for me. I know I'll be reading it again in the future. #herobooks
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Infidelity
Minor: Domestic abuse
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