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carrie_e's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was a re-read for me as I read both of these in print individually. They’re both a soapy good time!
jb4nay's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This was a fun read. A real late-turner. I got through it in a few sittings and had fun. The plot zooms along.
I enjoyed the sex scenes and the two leads learning that they need each other as things progress. It was a bit heavy-handed showing that they obviously still had feelings for each other at times, but still fun.
The first line of the paragraphs after certain Spanish phrases kind of messed with my immersion. I’m not sure if Herrera put those in or if some editor wanted white people to feel less left out. It didn’t feel necessary to me.
Overall, a fun quick read that can be devoured pretty fast. I enjoy the lust of the story and was satisfied with the ending, even if I saw it coming
I enjoyed the sex scenes and the two leads learning that they need each other as things progress. It was a bit heavy-handed showing that they obviously still had feelings for each other at times, but still fun.
The first line of the paragraphs after certain Spanish phrases kind of messed with my immersion. I’m not sure if Herrera put those in or if some editor wanted white people to feel less left out. It didn’t feel necessary to me.
Overall, a fun quick read that can be devoured pretty fast. I enjoy the lust of the story and was satisfied with the ending, even if I saw it coming
nonobeans's review against another edition
3.0
3.5. I think the pacing was to quick having the whole book based in one week through me off but their story was cute
jennireadsmaybe's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Add another Adriana Herrera hero to the list of men who could do unspeakable things (ha!). Rival office romance meets second chance with a dirty talking hero who's down bad his woman. Their chemistry was palpable in every scene.
Esmeralda is a strong, capable, woman who is ready to take control of her legacy and knows what she deserves. I love her! Her mom and tias are a fun and necessary addition to the book (the dedication for the book makes them that much more special!).
And, it's all set around a Latinx broadcasting company. The conversations around diversity throughout the diaspora are so important! As always, Adriana Herrera boldly celebrates Latinx language and culture.
Esmeralda is a strong, capable, woman who is ready to take control of her legacy and knows what she deserves. I love her! Her mom and tias are a fun and necessary addition to the book (the dedication for the book makes them that much more special!).
And, it's all set around a Latinx broadcasting company. The conversations around diversity throughout the diaspora are so important! As always, Adriana Herrera boldly celebrates Latinx language and culture.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Classism
andrea_author's review against another edition
5.0
Esme is competing with ex-lover Rodrigo to head her late father's studio. She's got one week to prepare a presentation that will wow the board. With the other stockholders scheming against her, is there anyone she can trust?
Adriana Herrera is an amazing storyteller. I love how she weaves the tangled pasts of the characters together for a story full of intrigue, passion, and deep emotion. Rodrigo and Esme are perfect together, and I love their vision for the studio. I wish that could be a real thing. Another great multicultural romance from Harlequin Desire!
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
Adriana Herrera is an amazing storyteller. I love how she weaves the tangled pasts of the characters together for a story full of intrigue, passion, and deep emotion. Rodrigo and Esme are perfect together, and I love their vision for the studio. I wish that could be a real thing. Another great multicultural romance from Harlequin Desire!
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
ruthiedr89's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Classism
emilybordelovewrites's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
tensy's review against another edition
4.0
A fast paced office romance with a Latinx theme. I enjoyed the characters and Dominican Republic food descriptions. Even though the entire book takes place during one week, Herrara does a great job of mixing in the back-story of the Sambrano family, Esme's familia and the past break-up of Esme and Rodrigo. There is a bit of very quick lust going on, but understandable given the set-up timeline. Overall, I liked this writer and look forward to her future contemporary romances.
gdonahue's review against another edition
5.0
This was so good! The drama, the sexiness, the hate-to-love/second chance romance…I am here for anything by Adriana Herrera at this point and this was fantastic.
litagentsaritza's review against another edition
5.0
This book gave me all my telenovela feels and drama without the over-the-top soap opera “on-camera” looks. A great, quick, steamy read you’re not going to want to put down.