pendygal80's review against another edition
5.0
How much did I love this book??!! I always seem to fall so fast and so hard for Adriana's characters and it was no different with Theo and Alba. I completely adored both of them (and their ridiculous chemistry) - Theo was a dirty, spicy hottie and Alba gave as good as she got. The way they got under each other's skin in the best way, ooh just give it to me. Theo had been pining for Alba for so long and though he wasn't exactly smooth about it, when he finally put forth the effort, well it was delicious. I really loved watching them build connections apart from their working relationship. Alba's love for books, and all the bookish things, spoke to my soul and I know so many people can connect with that; who wouldn't want a room designed with their favorite book in mind.
I am just such a fan of this book and Adriana's writing in general.
I am just such a fan of this book and Adriana's writing in general.
mmrohbock's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
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
4⭐
R because Adriana knows how to make it hot!
Wow, did Adriana take an unlikeable man and convince me he was indeed worthy of a HEA with Alba!! Alba is just trying to leave her old job behind to start her own business ful time when her ex-boss Theo swoops in and changes her plan because... He is secretly in love with her, of course. But the way this book starts!! Theo is a complete asshole who doesn't understand what he did to make Alba dislike him and it was so good to see how his character grew!!
I love how Adriana writes beautiful stories about Latinx women and her commentary throughout this book on what it means to be a child of immigrants was so important. I love Adriana writes the stories she wants to see in the world. While many notes in this book were similar to some of her past, this was still a beautiful story for Alba and Theo. I'm super curious to see whose story will be next!!
Also I must know what people would choose as their bookish boudoir theme.
R because Adriana knows how to make it hot!
Wow, did Adriana take an unlikeable man and convince me he was indeed worthy of a HEA with Alba!! Alba is just trying to leave her old job behind to start her own business ful time when her ex-boss Theo swoops in and changes her plan because... He is secretly in love with her, of course. But the way this book starts!! Theo is a complete asshole who doesn't understand what he did to make Alba dislike him and it was so good to see how his character grew!!
I love how Adriana writes beautiful stories about Latinx women and her commentary throughout this book on what it means to be a child of immigrants was so important. I love Adriana writes the stories she wants to see in the world. While many notes in this book were similar to some of her past, this was still a beautiful story for Alba and Theo. I'm super curious to see whose story will be next!!
Also I must know what people would choose as their bookish boudoir theme.
heymama_755's review against another edition
5.0
It’s quite possible that I loved this book more than the previous in the series. Adriana Herrera writes such real, raw, and relatable characters. Alba is vibrant, fun, and a hardworking boss bitch-definitely the kind of girl you’d want to be friends with. Theo is the ultra sexy, possessive AF man who PINES that we’ve all been waiting for! I loved these characters and so loved watching their story unfold. Once again, Adriana Herrera delivers an emotional yet HOT AF love story that I couldn’t get enough of.
I was given an ARC by NetGalley and Carina Press & Carina Adores (Harlequin). All opinions are my own.
I was given an ARC by NetGalley and Carina Press & Carina Adores (Harlequin). All opinions are my own.
heymama_755's review
5.0
It’s quite possible that I loved this book more than the previous in the series. Adriana Herrera writes such real, raw, and relatable characters. Alba is vibrant, fun, and a hardworking boss bitch-definitely the kind of girl you’d want to be friends with. Theo is the ultra sexy, possessive AF man who PINES that we’ve all been waiting for! I loved these characters and so loved watching their story unfold. Once again, Adriana Herrera delivers an emotional yet HOT AF love story that I couldn’t get enough of.
I was given an ARC by NetGalley and Carina Press & Carina Adores (Harlequin). All opinions are my own.
I was given an ARC by NetGalley and Carina Press & Carina Adores (Harlequin). All opinions are my own.
ellie_klemm's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
5.0
justavoraciousreader's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
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? No
5.0
theboricuabookworm's review against another edition
4.0
Adriana Herrera never misses, and while this isn't my favorite one of hers, it is certainly not a miss! First off, this one was H O T. Like I was listening to the audiobook and having to blast the AC kind of hot. Theo and Alba have sizzling chemistry that is a hallmark of all of Adriana's books and these two were not at all lacking. Speaking of hallmark, it did give me those kind of vibes like they both had to move away from the big city to find the true meaning of love. While I didn't really mind it, and I honestly didn't even notice it until the last few chapters, but it brought down the experience the slightest bit. The audiobook was delectable and contributed a lot to my reading experience, so I do recommend that. While this wasn't my favorite book of Adriana's, it is still a solid read and swoony romance.
Note: there were references to ACOTAR and Evelyn Hugo that were not at all necessarily and clouded my reading experience quite a bit.
Note: there were references to ACOTAR and Evelyn Hugo that were not at all necessarily and clouded my reading experience quite a bit.
car155a's review
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
read_with_blondie's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
4.5