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phoebe_reads_'s review against another edition
4.0
such a great premise although it’s been done before I still love marriage of convenience and friends to lover kind of thing. Jack is described as a rugby player from New Zealand so I was immediately in love. And both had such great back stories. Although it is a light hearted Rom com on the surface it dives into a lot of issues of academic validation, grief and absent parents. The middle section of this book was quite slow and I wish there was more romantic interaction between them but overall a lovely read and great for all any one wanting a heart warming and cute story for the summer.
sophhh_m's review against another edition
3.0
The dual narrative of this book provided an insight into both Jack and Maya's lives, and it was great to be able to watch them fall in love at their own pace with the other. As much as it was a love story between Maya and Jack, I liked how their life’s were connected and their shared best friends who bring everyone together by being a couple. It felt like taking a peek into a friendship group and made me feel involved in the story.
Both protagonists had their own obstacles to overcome while also dealing with their feelings for each other, and while it may have been frustrating to read at times, I appreciated that these weren't resolved straight away in order to make way for the romance plot, but rather that these took priority for Maya and Jack to deal with their issues before they felt they could be in a happy, healthy relationship.
I haven't read any books with this marriage-for-convenience trope but I did enjoy it. It really read like a rom-com film, and I think this would be great if adapted onto the big screen.
The slow-burn romance between the two, and the fact that they never get together before things initially end for them, made the final reunion even more satisfying. It really made me feel that they connected as two beings who come to love one another instead of the typical passion-filled affairs.
Overall this was a good cosy read and while I definitely got frustrated at both Maya and Jack at times, I rooted for their happily-ever-after throughout.
Both protagonists had their own obstacles to overcome while also dealing with their feelings for each other, and while it may have been frustrating to read at times, I appreciated that these weren't resolved straight away in order to make way for the romance plot, but rather that these took priority for Maya and Jack to deal with their issues before they felt they could be in a happy, healthy relationship.
I haven't read any books with this marriage-for-convenience trope but I did enjoy it. It really read like a rom-com film, and I think this would be great if adapted onto the big screen.
The slow-burn romance between the two, and the fact that they never get together before things initially end for them, made the final reunion even more satisfying. It really made me feel that they connected as two beings who come to love one another instead of the typical passion-filled affairs.
Overall this was a good cosy read and while I definitely got frustrated at both Maya and Jack at times, I rooted for their happily-ever-after throughout.
thekiwibibliophile's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
An all round enjoyable book. I really couldn’t stand Emmie (or Effie, or Elly, I honestly can’t remember) throughout the entire book. The sort of friend who makes everything about her.. not a fan. But other than that, a good story, great development, & enjoyable relationships!
idkliv's review against another edition
4.0
Really quick read but was kind of disappointed with the ending, wanted more jack and maya time but still a good read
michbo's review
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
3.5
The audiobook was really
well done! They actually had someone with a real kiwi accent (not just someone attempting one) for Jack, which is not something you find all the time and is much appreciated.
I was however slightly unable to believe that it could take such little time (and investigation) to process a partnership visa, so I wish that part was a little more drawn out for the realism.
well done! They actually had someone with a real kiwi accent (not just someone attempting one) for Jack, which is not something you find all the time and is much appreciated.
I was however slightly unable to believe that it could take such little time (and investigation) to process a partnership visa, so I wish that part was a little more drawn out for the realism.
emmaespoe's review against another edition
2.0
90% traumer 9% venskab 1% kærlighed. 100% frustrerende at læse. Tal dog sammen ffs!
amelia1601's review
4.0
Lovely read about what some might call an ‘unexpected love story’, but for the regular romance readers, you will know the story from a mile away. Nevertheless, this book was a great read and a nice twist from the norm.