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ambercunningham's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Infidelity, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Blood, Pregnancy, and Abandonment
g_c_geeks's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Idk exactly the reason but I really liked this.
The banter bw the two characters was impeccable. Normally friends to lovers is not my jam but dang I get it with this book.
I loved the mental health representation, specifically about how two different people can have the similar mental health conditions but they manifest in such different ways. Also I’m just a huge fan of fun spicy romances that tackle trauma as well bc it’s so realistic for people to have issues to work through alongside a relationship. Also the parts where the characters are confronted by their loved ones saying that they are valued and deserve happiness ughhhh it gets me good.
Solely bc I’m not a friends to lovers person, I cannot understand the appearance of chemistry and sexual tension all of a sudden. I’m glad it was mentioned that they both felt it when younger but just didn’t act on it, but idk it still just felt off.
I also wish they talked more about their future together, specifically bc they had some conflict there and it felt a little brushed under the rug.
Oh and the mean girl plot line towards the end felt out of pocket and a tad unnecessary. It didn’t rlly add much to the plot except for maybe Felicity getting some closure from highschool, but I feel like that could’ve been accomplished another way.
Anyways that’s not to say I didn’t rlly like this book. I had such an awesome time reading it, and it kept me engaged to read it in one day. I’ve been struggling with sticking to a book recently so this was just what I needed. The chemistry between the characters in this series is always so good, and I’m excited to read the next book :))
The banter bw the two characters was impeccable. Normally friends to lovers is not my jam but dang I get it with this book.
I loved the mental health representation, specifically about how two different people can have the similar mental health conditions but they manifest in such different ways. Also I’m just a huge fan of fun spicy romances that tackle trauma as well bc it’s so realistic for people to have issues to work through alongside a relationship. Also the parts where the characters are confronted by their loved ones saying that they are valued and deserve happiness ughhhh it gets me good.
Solely bc I’m not a friends to lovers person, I cannot understand the appearance of chemistry and sexual tension all of a sudden. I’m glad it was mentioned that they both felt it when younger but just didn’t act on it, but idk it still just felt off.
I also wish they talked more about their future together, specifically bc they had some conflict there and it felt a little brushed under the rug.
Oh and the mean girl plot line towards the end felt out of pocket and a tad unnecessary. It didn’t rlly add much to the plot except for maybe Felicity getting some closure from highschool, but I feel like that could’ve been accomplished another way.
Anyways that’s not to say I didn’t rlly like this book. I had such an awesome time reading it, and it kept me engaged to read it in one day. I’ve been struggling with sticking to a book recently so this was just what I needed. The chemistry between the characters in this series is always so good, and I’m excited to read the next book :))
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders
kb33's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.0
This was cute. I liked the long standing friendship, but I found it hard to connect to. Maybe it was because we’re reminded, randomly and unnecessarily, that Hutton is a billionaire no less than a dozen times. I didn’t like that it felt like Hutton and Felicity were being corralled into most of their actions, rather than choosing them, even at the end.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Alcohol
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Infidelity
rustyreads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
This book was fun! Felicity and Hutton are so sweet together, and I loved the anxiety rep. This was first Melanie Harlow, but I'm going to go back and read from the beginning of the Cloverleigh Farms series to learn more about the other characters.
My biggest peeve was how the other characters were used kind of as oracles, spewing wisdom that propelled the plot line. A wise sage is important, but you don't need 10.
My biggest peeve was how the other characters were used kind of as oracles, spewing wisdom that propelled the plot line. A wise sage is important, but you don't need 10.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Abandonment
Minor: Death
The hero has social anxiety and possible OCD. His fear of commitment due to these things is discussed. The heroine was abandoned by her mother and carries that scar.andeng's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Blood, and Abandonment
laura_rheads_too_much's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders
anovelglimpse's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
First, I have to comment on this cover. It wasn’t my favorite when I first saw it. Then I read Hutton’s description and understood why they went with it. That is so Hutton!
As for the actual story in Tease… I LOVED it! It was such best friends to lovers romance gold. It almost even felt like a second chance romance since these two self-proclaimed nerds have been friends since middle school and have been secretly pining over each other. Add in a little fake dating and GAH! It was so much fun! It satisfied all my needs for a sweet romance filled with tons of chemistry. It’s my new favorite in this series.
You can find this review at A Novel Glimpse.
As for the actual story in Tease… I LOVED it! It was such best friends to lovers romance gold. It almost even felt like a second chance romance since these two self-proclaimed nerds have been friends since middle school and have been secretly pining over each other. Add in a little fake dating and GAH! It was so much fun! It satisfied all my needs for a sweet romance filled with tons of chemistry. It’s my new favorite in this series.
You can find this review at A Novel Glimpse.
Content Warnings
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Self harm
self harm in the form of cutting own hair