scrow1022's review against another edition
3.0
Disappointing because it started so well, but then the last quarter felt rushed (and the epilogue was impossible to believe within the time frame), and a couple of sex scenes felt both unbelievable in light of what they'd just put themselves through, and superfluous to boot. Sometimes less is more.
I so enjoyed the first two books in this series, but this was a disappointment.
I so enjoyed the first two books in this series, but this was a disappointment.
galleytrot's review against another edition
- 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
ilyarozanov123's review against another edition
2.0
It was an okay read. I didn’t get all that invested in the characters, and they weren’t all that interesting. It was mostly fluff with an added bit of stubbornness and drama for the climax. Nothing stood out.
The highlights for me were Justin, Eli, Sam, and Fazil—all of the characters I’ve come to really like in this universe. Even Todd swept in and helped save the day. I’m sad that this is the last thing I’ll see of them.
The highlights for me were Justin, Eli, Sam, and Fazil—all of the characters I’ve come to really like in this universe. Even Todd swept in and helped save the day. I’m sad that this is the last thing I’ll see of them.
leahkarge's review against another edition
4.0
Rep: bi MC, gay MC
Warnings: ableism, (mention of) suicide, parental death
Warnings: ableism, (mention of) suicide, parental death
littlewishling's review
emotional
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
A beautiful story of love, sex and work-life balances. Zabo’s enthralling writing got me again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
marlobo's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
I had a lot to do
The book is a litlle slow.
The reading was long.
But I am glad not to have left it off.
2017-01-09 Re-preordered. Yesterday, the author kindly offered to me to take over, but finally I decided to take care myself to replace the pre-ordered and lost books because authors are being the most harmed by the ARe scam in its shut down. If who should (ARe, obviously) don't take care of repairing the damages, at least I will not transfer my loss to those who have been much more affected than me.
I had a lot to do
The book is a litlle slow.
The reading was long.
But I am glad not to have left it off.
2017-01-09 Re-preordered. Yesterday, the author kindly offered to me to take over, but finally I decided to take care myself to replace the pre-ordered and lost books because authors are being the most harmed by the ARe scam in its shut down. If who should (ARe, obviously) don't take care of repairing the damages, at least I will not transfer my loss to those who have been much more affected than me.
ruthie_wk's review against another edition
Paused (maybe stopped) @10%
Can’t seem to get into it.
I keep thinking this book is way too long, especially since I don’t see much happening.
Can’t seem to get into it.
I keep thinking this book is way too long, especially since I don’t see much happening.
queenofswordsandwords's review
4.0
Love was a fragile, wonderful thing.
there is something about meeting at a coffee shop and there just being a connection between them. we get a workaholic and a recovering workaholic who understands and isn't trying to change him.
Boardrooms were very different from boyfriend’s parents’ kitchens.
one of them has lost both his parents and him meeting his boyfriend's family was such a sweet and heartwarming moment. finding new family when yours lets you down and isn't there anymore, it had me in my feels.
All those we shoulds could become why didn’t wes so fast.
i love that the love interests does want to help but he's also not the solution to his partner's problem and the partner has to admit that the business isn't working anymore and that love isn't gonna fix his professional life. the ending was so satisfying.
i'll leave you with this quote from the author's note :
This book is also for my fellow bisexuals of any age. It’s truly okay to be bi.
_isabel_'s review
challenging
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
3.5
Well, that was the perfect conclusion to this series. Brian and Rob were utterly adorable.
"Daily Grind" was my least favourite book in this series, even though I did enjoy it a fair amount. It's the most light-hearted book out of the four, and it's also the least intense: sure, there is angst (relationship and work related), but it's not on the same level of any of the previous books. Plus, there's little to no kink, so I guess the chemistry, the steam and Brian and Rob's whole relationship felt less intense, less all-consuming. I think I probably would have loved it more if I hadn't read any of the previous books: Mx. Zabo has spoiled me with their kinky and wonderfully angsty stories.
On the other hand, I really loved the whole premise of the story and its themes: burnout is such a bitch, and Anna Zabo managed to portray Brian's struggles and his deteriorating health in a realist, gut-wrenching way. Even when I wanted to strangle him for acting like a jerk, I still felt for him. Rob was absolutely wonderful too, and far more patient and kind than I would have been.
I also loved the way Brian's struggles with his bisexuality were portrayed: as a fellow (kind of closeted, "what if I'm faking it, but no", "what if people will judge me") bi myself, his journey made me feel so seen.
So yes, even though Brian and Rob's romance was not my favourite (Sam and Michael are pretty much unbeatable), I really loved some bits of it and I thoroughly enjoyed following their journey towards their HEA. Plus, the cameos were always on point *chef's kiss*
I'm off to read all the extras on Anna Zabo's websites: I'm already missing all their wonderful characters so damn much.
"Daily Grind" was my least favourite book in this series, even though I did enjoy it a fair amount. It's the most light-hearted book out of the four, and it's also the least intense: sure, there is angst (relationship and work related), but it's not on the same level of any of the previous books. Plus, there's little to no kink, so I guess the chemistry, the steam and Brian and Rob's whole relationship felt less intense, less all-consuming. I think I probably would have loved it more if I hadn't read any of the previous books: Mx. Zabo has spoiled me with their kinky and wonderfully angsty stories.
On the other hand, I really loved the whole premise of the story and its themes: burnout is such a bitch, and Anna Zabo managed to portray Brian's struggles and his deteriorating health in a realist, gut-wrenching way. Even when I wanted to strangle him for acting like a jerk, I still felt for him. Rob was absolutely wonderful too, and far more patient and kind than I would have been.
I also loved the way Brian's struggles with his bisexuality were portrayed: as a fellow (kind of closeted, "what if I'm faking it, but no", "what if people will judge me") bi myself, his journey made me feel so seen.
So yes, even though Brian and Rob's romance was not my favourite (Sam and Michael are pretty much unbeatable), I really loved some bits of it and I thoroughly enjoyed following their journey towards their HEA. Plus, the cameos were always on point *chef's kiss*
I'm off to read all the extras on Anna Zabo's websites: I'm already missing all their wonderful characters so damn much.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide