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Have you ever read a romance book that had you sighing like a teenager reading Twilight for the first time? I hadn’t- until I read this book.

This is the cutest book ever, and I’m not typically a romance fan. It had lesbians, bisexuals, a favourite trope of mine (the dating bet trope), a small amount of angst, a ton of love and heart and joy.

Delilah is such a lovely character and honestly I loved her development. I think that it’s a really interesting arc for her- going from being bitter and lonely to opening up and also realising just how much grief can blind you. I think she and Isabel are two sides of the same coin, which is why they don’t get along, but where Isabel controls Astrid, Delilah controls herself.

Also Claire is toooootally my type. She’s such a sweetheart and it’s nice having a plus sized woman be so happy and loved and confident in herself. I really liked Astrid and Iris too. Watching Claire come out of her shell and learn to trust others is really gorgeous.

The smut is soooooo good 👀 not over the top but gentle and sweet and pretty hot too. An instant favourite and I cannot wait for the sequels! Especially the next book with Astrid as the main lady.

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emotional funny hopeful 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

5.0

This book is funny as hell. That’s my main takeaway. But it’s also very sweet and emotional. I like the switch in perspectives so we could dive into both Delilah and Claire’s thoughts and feelings as their relationship developed. I’m excited to learn more about Astrid and Iris in future books, as they were definitely supporting characters in this one (though still well-developed). Delilah’s childhood story is heartbreaking, and it’s lovely to see her open up throughout the book.

As a side note, I love that it’s not a queer discovery story, but just a story about queer people falling in love

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emotional funny reflective fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I loved this book from page one. All the main characters were relatable, hilarious, and wonderfully, deeply flawed. From the jump, Delilah was a hysterical and terribly unreliable narrator, reluctant to drag herself home for her estranged sister, Astrid's, wedding. Claire, one of Astrid's childhood best friends and adorable train wreck adult, is just trying to be a good Mom while considering getting back in the dating saddle. Being queer and dating in the small town you grew up in is never easy, so when dark, brooding, and unrecognizable Delilah walks in to the local bar, Claire shoots her shot and sparks fly, however briefly before Astrid recognizes her sister and Delilah and Claire begin their "We shouldn't, but I want to" dance.

I love how Ashley Herring Blake explored the repercussions of the trauma of losing one's parent at such a young age, while tackling some of the awkward family dynamics of blended families, while balancing the deep seated prejudices that come with adolescent misunderstanding. Needless to say, this book covers some heavy baggage while still feeling breezy and fun. I especially loved the supportive female friendships that took center stage to this story. Astrid, Iris, and Claire being the best friends they can be to each other. Claire and Delilah growing closer through the story, bonding with their blossoming friendship and through Ruby's admiration of Delilah. Claire, Iris, and Delilah hatching a plan to get Astrid to call off the wedding to the absolute trash bag of a human that is her fiancé Spencer. And finally, the one that got me the most, Delilah and Astrid, reconciling after decades of misunderstanding and finally finding their path to forging their tentative sisterly bond.

I'm so glad I picked up this book after seeing it recommended time and time again on Bookstagram!

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emotional hopeful inspiring 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

4.25

new achievement: i'm delilah green's type

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mjwhitlock18's review against another edition

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funny medium-paced

4.0

Just a sapphic romcom with LOTS of tropes. I loved their chemistry. I always like a forced proximity trope. I liked all the different complicated relationships. Plenty of funny moments and several very good swoon worthy ones.

I can’t ever be fully convinced by insta-love stories, and the third act breakup seemed a bit contrived, like it happened without any discussion between them at all.

I HATE the Delilah used the photo of Claire in her gallery show without permission. It feels so gross, especially after her previously commenting on it being an invasion of privacy. And is it just me, or do all these people drink a lot…?

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I listened to the audiobook narrated by Kristen DiMercurio, and the narration was fantastic!

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edict's review against another edition

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emotional 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

5.0

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