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anintrovertrambles's review
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
xanthe87's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? It's complicated
4.0
After meeting Seven in book one of the series, I'm glad to read his story and how he finds his own HEA. Although, he spends most of the most in an intense case of denial when it comes to Molly. He and Xander, his foster brother and best friend, have an intricate and codependent relationship that is the most important thing to him and any partner would have to accept that. Molly comes across a little bit like an excitable puppy, especially when he finds a new person that he likes and wants, which may be why so many of his dates go bad. When Seven offers to help coach him through some fake dates, well what could go wrong? Apart from getting closer to a man who has clearly stated he does not want relationships..... Ah well, how bad could it be?
This is a fairly low angst romance, which I found surprising considering the hints and talk of Seven and Xander's childhood but things are quite light and sweet as they go through some fake dates and Seven offers some somewhat constructive criticism. I enjoyed getting to know Xander more as he also plays an important role in their relationship, what with his closeness and reliance on Seven. There are also the other housemates and characters from the previous book who help to keep things entertaining and push the MC's along towards their HEA. Aggie, their neighbour, is like the granny that several of them never had and is just as interfering with the best of intentions.
A fun and heated romance with some emotional moments and great friendships developing as Molly begins to feel like he belongs in this found family that lives in Big Bertha.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
This is a fairly low angst romance, which I found surprising considering the hints and talk of Seven and Xander's childhood but things are quite light and sweet as they go through some fake dates and Seven offers some somewhat constructive criticism. I enjoyed getting to know Xander more as he also plays an important role in their relationship, what with his closeness and reliance on Seven. There are also the other housemates and characters from the previous book who help to keep things entertaining and push the MC's along towards their HEA. Aggie, their neighbour, is like the granny that several of them never had and is just as interfering with the best of intentions.
A fun and heated romance with some emotional moments and great friendships developing as Molly begins to feel like he belongs in this found family that lives in Big Bertha.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical trauma
Minor: Child abuse
pettie's review against another edition
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
Moderate: Child abuse
tamke's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual content
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Child abuse, Infidelity, and Sexual assault
chambersaurusrx's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Mental illness
Minor: Child abuse, Infidelity, and Sexual assault
Medical anxiety (secondary character)laura_rheads_too_much's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Child abuse, Infidelity, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, and Abandonment
so_many_books's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.75
Not Dating Material, the second book in the Accidental Love series, follows another love story among the residents of Big Boned Bertha, a home for misfit artists.
I was excited for this book because both main characters, Molly and Seven, wormed their way into my heart in previous books where they were side characters.
The story is a simple, easy read that gives you all the warm and fuzzy feelings.
Molly moves to Seattle and in with his college friend and 5 other roommates. He wants to start over after selfishly embarrassing himself with a man. He's ready to find his forever person, but it seems like no one really wants him.
Seven is one of the roommates, along with Xander, his best friend. They went through some serious trauma in the foster system and bonded for life. Their friendship is Seven's priority, and he cannot imagine a life when there is a place for anyone else. Even if he subconsciously really wants to be loved.
The premise is fun and easy. Seven helping out Molly with dating advice so the other man can find a love story. And we all know how fake/practice dating usually turns out.
Their friendship and love developed so seamlessly, and naturally, it was comforting to read. Their story flowed freely, and I breezed through the whole book in a day.
I liked that the story also touched on more serious topics and the long-lasting effects that trauma can leave on a person. Check the trigger warnings!
It was a comforting romance story, nothing extra or unusual, but comforting. I loved reading it. It gave me a little piece of happiness.
I was excited for this book because both main characters, Molly and Seven, wormed their way into my heart in previous books where they were side characters.
The story is a simple, easy read that gives you all the warm and fuzzy feelings.
Molly moves to Seattle and in with his college friend and 5 other roommates. He wants to start over after selfishly embarrassing himself with a man. He's ready to find his forever person, but it seems like no one really wants him.
Seven is one of the roommates, along with Xander, his best friend. They went through some serious trauma in the foster system and bonded for life. Their friendship is Seven's priority, and he cannot imagine a life when there is a place for anyone else. Even if he subconsciously really wants to be loved.
The premise is fun and easy. Seven helping out Molly with dating advice so the other man can find a love story. And we all know how fake/practice dating usually turns out.
Their friendship and love developed so seamlessly, and naturally, it was comforting to read. Their story flowed freely, and I breezed through the whole book in a day.
I liked that the story also touched on more serious topics and the long-lasting effects that trauma can leave on a person. Check the trigger warnings!
It was a comforting romance story, nothing extra or unusual, but comforting. I loved reading it. It gave me a little piece of happiness.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual content
Minor: Child abuse, Infidelity, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship