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javalenciaph's review against another edition
5.0
Note: An ARC was provided by the author via Give Me Books Promotions.
From the second I started reading the first few words of the opening chapter, I was hooked on to all things Kirby and Colin! I loved the friendship that these two shared because it was open and honest--save for Kirby's teeny, tiny secret crush on her bestie--and it had depth to it. While the story is mostly humorous, there's a pinch of angst to it as well, courtesy of Kirby's back story, but otherwise, there are a whole lot of shenanigans that these two get into, whether intentionally or not! One of my favorite things about this book was the fact that these two didn't shy away from the fact that they happened to enjoy sex in general and that they especially couldn't get enough of each other once they jumped over that first hurdle, aka jumped each other's bones in Vegas. Yes, there's the whole ex situation to contend with, but kudos to Lili Valente for not taking the usual route, instead choosing to add a whodunit aspect to the story as well. There's A LOT to Kirby that I related to, and I loved that she was her own person and didn't require Colin's love to validate who she was but relished it once they both realized what their feelings were. I'd also like to make special mention of Murder, who reminded me of my Ollie, although I'm not sure how much that cat would appreciate being compared to a dog. And oh yes, I absolutely need more from this book world (i.e. books for Bridget and Shepherd and maybe Theodora with Cutter, please!). Five stars for The Bangover. ♥
From the second I started reading the first few words of the opening chapter, I was hooked on to all things Kirby and Colin! I loved the friendship that these two shared because it was open and honest--save for Kirby's teeny, tiny secret crush on her bestie--and it had depth to it. While the story is mostly humorous, there's a pinch of angst to it as well, courtesy of Kirby's back story, but otherwise, there are a whole lot of shenanigans that these two get into, whether intentionally or not! One of my favorite things about this book was the fact that these two didn't shy away from the fact that they happened to enjoy sex in general and that they especially couldn't get enough of each other once they jumped over that first hurdle, aka jumped each other's bones in Vegas. Yes, there's the whole ex situation to contend with, but kudos to Lili Valente for not taking the usual route, instead choosing to add a whodunit aspect to the story as well. There's A LOT to Kirby that I related to, and I loved that she was her own person and didn't require Colin's love to validate who she was but relished it once they both realized what their feelings were. I'd also like to make special mention of Murder, who reminded me of my Ollie, although I'm not sure how much that cat would appreciate being compared to a dog. And oh yes, I absolutely need more from this book world (i.e. books for Bridget and Shepherd and maybe Theodora with Cutter, please!). Five stars for The Bangover. ♥
libraryshifter's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Gun violence
Minor: Confinement and Stalking
rihoward's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
I really was looking forward to this book. I was expecting this book to be more of a romcom than anything else. Interestingly, it wasn't. There was humor there but there was also some mystery.
I loved certain parts of this but struggled with a large portion of the book. The over the top dramatics, trying to keep track of some of the crazy, and the unusual main character names (Every time I read the name Larry for the girl it took me out of the story), made it difficult for me to stay focused. This makes me sad because I have thoroughly enjoyed this author in her collaborations in the past.
Even though this was not my favorite, I still appreciate this author and will look for more of her work in the future.
I really was looking forward to this book. I was expecting this book to be more of a romcom than anything else. Interestingly, it wasn't. There was humor there but there was also some mystery.
I loved certain parts of this but struggled with a large portion of the book. The over the top dramatics, trying to keep track of some of the crazy, and the unusual main character names (Every time I read the name Larry for the girl it took me out of the story), made it difficult for me to stay focused. This makes me sad because I have thoroughly enjoyed this author in her collaborations in the past.
Even though this was not my favorite, I still appreciate this author and will look for more of her work in the future.
lilim9999's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
readingvan's review against another edition
4.0
Cute Best Friend's to Lover's
Best friend's Colin and Kirby decide to take a spontaneous trip to Las Vegas after drinking a little too much and kissing. Deciding to make the best of the week they decide some benefits to their friendship wouldn't be a bad idea. A series of, rather unfortunate, events ends up with the both of them realizing their love for each other.
A very quick read, the whole book is told over the period of about 48 hours, with the epilogue a few months later. The banter of the characters and their comfortability around each other make this a really fun read. Highly suggest this one!
Best friend's Colin and Kirby decide to take a spontaneous trip to Las Vegas after drinking a little too much and kissing. Deciding to make the best of the week they decide some benefits to their friendship wouldn't be a bad idea. A series of, rather unfortunate, events ends up with the both of them realizing their love for each other.
A very quick read, the whole book is told over the period of about 48 hours, with the epilogue a few months later. The banter of the characters and their comfortability around each other make this a really fun read. Highly suggest this one!
carebear11's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-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
3.75
lissaerin's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.75
breesloan's review against another edition
4.0
This was my first read from Ms. Valente and I was not disappointed. This was also my first rock star romance, but it wont be my last.
I enjoyed this author's writing style to include the back and forth POV from both Kirby and Colin. Valente kept it light with a smooth story line that included enough sass, chaos and relatability to keep me hooked. I found the heroine, Kirby, with her inner monologue and general love of all things creepy fun to follow along with. She's not a damsel looking to be rescued but more of a spitfire looking for her next orgasm! Colin had a balance of cocky dirty talking rock-star and home schooled violinist nerd with small town roots.
I enjoyed this story for what it was. A quick fun friends-to-lovers read with each 'situation' having a swift and complete resolution. It hooked me enough to read the next in the series, Bang Theory.
This gets a solid 4 stars. I'm looking forward to getting to experience the stories of the remaining Lips On Fire band mates.
I enjoyed this author's writing style to include the back and forth POV from both Kirby and Colin. Valente kept it light with a smooth story line that included enough sass, chaos and relatability to keep me hooked. I found the heroine, Kirby, with her inner monologue and general love of all things creepy fun to follow along with. She's not a damsel looking to be rescued but more of a spitfire looking for her next orgasm! Colin had a balance of cocky dirty talking rock-star and home schooled violinist nerd with small town roots.
I enjoyed this story for what it was. A quick fun friends-to-lovers read with each 'situation' having a swift and complete resolution. It hooked me enough to read the next in the series, Bang Theory.
This gets a solid 4 stars. I'm looking forward to getting to experience the stories of the remaining Lips On Fire band mates.
samlou's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
library_of_joanne's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0