ladynoir_sai's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.0
kiaran03's review against another edition
5.0
I LOVED this book.
It was so funny and adorable. I loved Evie and her willingness to take a chance. I thought the progression of Evie and Ben's relationship was so satisfying. I adored JEMS. Their friendship was so refreshing and realistic and I loved how they had such a vital part in the book and in Evie's life. Anette was the best character and I loved her instantly. She was so adorable and I loved how she was trying so hard to get Evie and Ben together. Ezra was an ass and I am so glad that the author didn't try to make him an actual love interest. I liked that Evie knew that Ben was the one she actually liked even when Ezra was trying to charm her (even though I was scared that she was all of the sudden going to fall for Ezra). I really liked this concept, it was so cute and the way it was executed was even better. Overall, I gave it 5 stars and I can't wait to reread it.
Fav quote(s):
"Normally, whenever Anette does something new, that's when I miss Chloe the most. When it feels most unfair. But tonight, Anette has never seemed more like her... How can I think Chloe isn't here when Anette is right there?"
"Sometimes you can only get where you need to go by taking small steps. You just have to be willing to take a chance."
"According to a certain meddlesome seven-year-old, I couldn't just tell you I loved you."
"I thought, after everything, you deserved your very own meet-cute."
It was so funny and adorable. I loved Evie and her willingness to take a chance. I thought the progression of Evie and Ben's relationship was so satisfying. I adored JEMS. Their friendship was so refreshing and realistic and I loved how they had such a vital part in the book and in Evie's life. Anette was the best character and I loved her instantly. She was so adorable and I loved how she was trying so hard to get Evie and Ben together. Ezra was an ass and I am so glad that the author didn't try to make him an actual love interest. I liked that Evie knew that Ben was the one she actually liked even when Ezra was trying to charm her (even though I was scared that she was all of the sudden going to fall for Ezra). I really liked this concept, it was so cute and the way it was executed was even better. Overall, I gave it 5 stars and I can't wait to reread it.
Fav quote(s):
"Normally, whenever Anette does something new, that's when I miss Chloe the most. When it feels most unfair. But tonight, Anette has never seemed more like her... How can I think Chloe isn't here when Anette is right there?"
"Sometimes you can only get where you need to go by taking small steps. You just have to be willing to take a chance."
"According to a certain meddlesome seven-year-old, I couldn't just tell you I loved you."
"I thought, after everything, you deserved your very own meet-cute."
smballou's review against another edition
4.0
This was such a darling read. I loved, loved, loved the characters. There were times when the book was downright hilarious and other times when I just wanted to cry along with the characters. this was a sweet read for the month of love!
brownieee's review against another edition
2.0
it was okay.
I didn't really care about the characters and I had to work my way through the book most of the time so I didn't dnf it. I felt I only got somewhat interested in it by 65-70%.
It just wasn't for me.
I didn't really care about the characters and I had to work my way through the book most of the time so I didn't dnf it. I felt I only got somewhat interested in it by 65-70%.
It just wasn't for me.
lattes_lipstick_literature's review against another edition
4.0
*A Big Thank you to Edelweiss+, Rachel Winters, and G.P. Putnam's Sons for allowing me to read this book and give an honest and unbiased review*
Hello My Fellow Readers!
*Possible Spoilers Beware* So when I read the synopsis for Would Like to Meet I knew I had to read it, and I am so glad I did! Winters did a good job of making me love Evie, while I usually don't like the nice, clumsy, overworked protagonist there is something different about Evie. Maybe because she has a backbone, but she is just struggling with self-confidence, and we are made apparent early on, on why she has this issue.
I like that while this was supposed to be a Romantic Comedy, this book doesn't just focus on the romance aspect but we get Evie's self-love journey as well. Stuck in a job that doesn't appreciate her, still reeling from a break-up, and planning a hen-do (bachelorette party), Evie isn't happy. She keeps telling herself that she is and everyone who asks that she is but it's apparent that she is not.
While I loved reading the book, it was pretty apparent how the plot was going to go. There was a couple of twists I didn't see but overall it was pretty predictable. Did this ruin my reading experience? Not at all! I still enjoyed the book immensely. I do wish we would have gotten a bit more to what happened after the climax of events, a year later prologue but I don't blame the author. Might I suggests a Would like to Marry sequel?
Hello My Fellow Readers!
*Possible Spoilers Beware* So when I read the synopsis for Would Like to Meet I knew I had to read it, and I am so glad I did! Winters did a good job of making me love Evie, while I usually don't like the nice, clumsy, overworked protagonist there is something different about Evie. Maybe because she has a backbone, but she is just struggling with self-confidence, and we are made apparent early on, on why she has this issue.
I like that while this was supposed to be a Romantic Comedy, this book doesn't just focus on the romance aspect but we get Evie's self-love journey as well. Stuck in a job that doesn't appreciate her, still reeling from a break-up, and planning a hen-do (bachelorette party), Evie isn't happy. She keeps telling herself that she is and everyone who asks that she is but it's apparent that she is not.
While I loved reading the book, it was pretty apparent how the plot was going to go. There was a couple of twists I didn't see but overall it was pretty predictable. Did this ruin my reading experience? Not at all! I still enjoyed the book immensely. I do wish we would have gotten a bit more to what happened after the climax of events, a year later prologue but I don't blame the author. Might I suggests a Would like to Marry sequel?
novelesque_life's review against another edition
4.0
RATING: 4 STARS
I was not expecting to love this rom-com as much as I did. The cute cover caught my eye and decided why not try it. It is a cute rom-com that I can totally see as a movie in my head. I do think I would have liked, rather than loved, this one if the little girl was not in this novel. She was the voice of reason in this whole novel. The main character was a bit like Bridget Jones, and actually thinking about it right now, even the romance is a bit like Bridget Jones's Diary. I did fid it cute and would read more by this author.
I was not expecting to love this rom-com as much as I did. The cute cover caught my eye and decided why not try it. It is a cute rom-com that I can totally see as a movie in my head. I do think I would have liked, rather than loved, this one if the little girl was not in this novel. She was the voice of reason in this whole novel. The main character was a bit like Bridget Jones, and actually thinking about it right now, even the romance is a bit like Bridget Jones's Diary. I did fid it cute and would read more by this author.
iovecosmic's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
lissajean7's review against another edition
3.0
This is a solid 3.5 stars. It was super cute. There were times where it was maybe too awkward for comfort and some of the disasters were a bit too disaster-y, but it was fun. I loved the characters a ton. I would've liked more swoon moments, but the slow build was totally believable. Overall, I'm glad I read it, and I will certainly have a few of those meet-cutes in my head for a long time...
nglofile's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars. I was in precisely the right place to appreciate this wacky cinnamon roll of a story.
Funny, self-aware, and sweet, Winters' debut is a real charmer. It may not offer many surprises, but one of the strongest appeals of this genre is the stubborn possibility that a far-fetched premise will develop in such an entertaining way as to make the viewer (or reader) a believer in possibility. We expect banter, slapstick, misunderstandings, and wrong partners, but the most powerful draw is the wistful, heart-squeezy moments that put dreamy hope in the eye of the right audience.
True to form, some of the best characters are supporting players. Young Anette is as precious as she is precocious, and she lifted the story each time she appeared. Evie's trio of friends - each distinct on own but also fabulous fun in combination - reminds strongly of Bridget Jones' pals in a way that pays homage without parody.
I may be in the minority, but I find this novel's "rom-com that is also a celebration of rom-coms" premise both more successful and more fun than [b:Waiting for Tom Hanks|40969415|Waiting for Tom Hanks (Waiting for Tom Hanks, #1)|Kerry Winfrey|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1544730803l/40969415._SX50_.jpg|63916403]. I have no hesitation about offering the other to readers, but this will be the one I reach for with most enthusiasm.
Funny, self-aware, and sweet, Winters' debut is a real charmer. It may not offer many surprises, but one of the strongest appeals of this genre is the stubborn possibility that a far-fetched premise will develop in such an entertaining way as to make the viewer (or reader) a believer in possibility. We expect banter, slapstick, misunderstandings, and wrong partners, but the most powerful draw is the wistful, heart-squeezy moments that put dreamy hope in the eye of the right audience.
True to form, some of the best characters are supporting players. Young Anette is as precious as she is precocious, and she lifted the story each time she appeared. Evie's trio of friends - each distinct on own but also fabulous fun in combination - reminds strongly of Bridget Jones' pals in a way that pays homage without parody.
I may be in the minority, but I find this novel's "rom-com that is also a celebration of rom-coms" premise both more successful and more fun than [b:Waiting for Tom Hanks|40969415|Waiting for Tom Hanks (Waiting for Tom Hanks, #1)|Kerry Winfrey|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1544730803l/40969415._SX50_.jpg|63916403]. I have no hesitation about offering the other to readers, but this will be the one I reach for with most enthusiasm.