1_romance_reader's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it
As much as I enjoyed Sydney and Kyler I have to say I loved Andrea and Tanner so much more. This is one of those books that has you thinking about it for days after you finish it. Yes it was heartbreaking in some parts but the ending was beautiful. Loved it
As much as I enjoyed Sydney and Kyler I have to say I loved Andrea and Tanner so much more. This is one of those books that has you thinking about it for days after you finish it. Yes it was heartbreaking in some parts but the ending was beautiful. Loved it
mariiblackthorn's review against another edition
4.0
No leí la sinopsis antes de leer este libro, solo sabia que los personajes en el libro anterior se odiaban.
Me sorprendió los temas que toco ansiedad, depresión y alcoholismo, y creo que para esta hecho en 2015 tiene una buena representación, no lo romantiza ni estigmatiza.
La relación entre Andrea y Tanner estuvo bien, pero siento que comenzó muy de la nada, supongo que igual es porque el libro es corto.
Los personajes tienen mas trasfondo, pero en cuanto al romance el anterior era mas tierno y en este hubo mucho drama.
Me gusto ver a los protagonistas de Como el hielo siento casamenteros.
Me sorprendió los temas que toco ansiedad, depresión y alcoholismo, y creo que para esta hecho en 2015 tiene una buena representación, no lo romantiza ni estigmatiza.
La relación entre Andrea y Tanner estuvo bien, pero siento que comenzó muy de la nada, supongo que igual es porque el libro es corto.
Los personajes tienen mas trasfondo, pero en cuanto al romance el anterior era mas tierno y en este hubo mucho drama.
Me gusto ver a los protagonistas de Como el hielo siento casamenteros.
agrutle's review against another edition
3.0
I loved the first book in this series so so much. This one left me feeling a little conflicted. On the one hand I loved getting to go back into this world but on the other the characters felt off to me.
Tanner and Andrea fight, all the time. He picks at her and this starts the ball rolling or vice versa. They don't know much about each other, just casual stuff since their best friends are dating each other. They've graduated and now are on to what they went to school for. Tanner is going to be a cop and Andrea a teacher.
One thing that jumps out at me is that Andrea has issues, you notice it from the start. She drinks, and not just a couple. She drinks until shes drunk and then sometimes has one night stands. She's known of Tanner since Freshman year but he never even noticed her. Now all of the sudden he is flirting with her and treating her like he'd like to know more. He's a manwhore though so why would he want to get involved with her?
Tanner isn't denying his past.. He did used to sleep around a lot but now that he's graduated he'd like to straighten up. Plus ever since he's starting hanging out more with Andrea there's a spark there. He feels like something good could come from them being together. The only thing is he doesn't know how to stop picking fights with her. When Kyler invites him on a trip with his girlfriend Sydney, and he finds out Andrea's coming he thinks it'll be the perfect opportunity to find out if there is something there, more than lust. He's worried though about her drinking, everyone is.
Lots of twists and turns with this story. They have undeniable lust for each other, even though Andrea fights it. I don't want to say too much so that I give away all of the things going on but something was different about this story, it's almost like it was a PSA about anxiety, and binge drinking among other things. It was well written and there were times where it didn't bother me. Please don't misunderstand I'm not making light of any of the subjects spoken about in this book, it just wasn't my cup of tea. Andrea was stubborn about anything anyone wanted to talk to her about and she didn't even want to talk to Tanner half the time. In the end I didn't hate this book but I didn't love it either. Let me know what you think about the book and as always review the book for the author, they work hard and deserve it!
Tanner and Andrea fight, all the time. He picks at her and this starts the ball rolling or vice versa. They don't know much about each other, just casual stuff since their best friends are dating each other. They've graduated and now are on to what they went to school for. Tanner is going to be a cop and Andrea a teacher.
One thing that jumps out at me is that Andrea has issues, you notice it from the start. She drinks, and not just a couple. She drinks until shes drunk and then sometimes has one night stands. She's known of Tanner since Freshman year but he never even noticed her. Now all of the sudden he is flirting with her and treating her like he'd like to know more. He's a manwhore though so why would he want to get involved with her?
Tanner isn't denying his past.. He did used to sleep around a lot but now that he's graduated he'd like to straighten up. Plus ever since he's starting hanging out more with Andrea there's a spark there. He feels like something good could come from them being together. The only thing is he doesn't know how to stop picking fights with her. When Kyler invites him on a trip with his girlfriend Sydney, and he finds out Andrea's coming he thinks it'll be the perfect opportunity to find out if there is something there, more than lust. He's worried though about her drinking, everyone is.
Lots of twists and turns with this story. They have undeniable lust for each other, even though Andrea fights it. I don't want to say too much so that I give away all of the things going on but something was different about this story, it's almost like it was a PSA about anxiety, and binge drinking among other things. It was well written and there were times where it didn't bother me. Please don't misunderstand I'm not making light of any of the subjects spoken about in this book, it just wasn't my cup of tea. Andrea was stubborn about anything anyone wanted to talk to her about and she didn't even want to talk to Tanner half the time. In the end I didn't hate this book but I didn't love it either. Let me know what you think about the book and as always review the book for the author, they work hard and deserve it!
hyebitshines's review against another edition
4.0
~4.5 stars~
One of my main complaints about Jennifer Armentrout's books are the tacky, flinch-worthy covers of shirtless guys... So I would like to take this moment to appreciate the BEAUTIFUL cover of this book. The attention to detail with the cover model's bright red hair and fuller body, the coloring that really does give the impression of something being scorched, GAH, just bravo, bravo ; v ;
I was totally blindsided by this book. Frigid left me immensely frustrated because in spite of all the sexy fun, the conflict honestly stemmed from the idiocy of Sydney and Kyler. Even in that first book, Andrea and Tanner were so interesting in their minimal roles. I mean, a hate-love relationship charged with sexual tension? Yow OvO I remember writing off Andrea as a mere cliche though because she seemed to fall perfectly into the supportive albeit more sexually promiscuous best friend role.
My quick judgement of Andrea came back to bite me in this book though because above all, I learned just how shitty it is to judge and write off people. The witty, energy bunny Andrea comes back in Scorched to show that what we've seen of her in Frigid was a happy facade. I came into this book, expecting the romance and useless angst of the first book and came out floored. Andrea is this heartbreaking character who may bare her sharp wit and unwavering confidence to the world, but is just barely managing to keep surface amidst her anxiety and depression, a diagnosis that isn't officially made until towards the end of the book.
As a mere observer looking into the story, it hurt, it almost felt intrusive at times to see Andrea's down-spiral to her pushing point. Dark topics were touched on... like consent in Andrea's many drunken one-night stands:
Then there were those nights I couldn't remember.
Jesus. I felt sick. I didn't like where my head was going with this. Sweat dotted my palms. It wasn't like I had been... I couldn't even finish that thought. I didn't know what that meant-doing things because I felt like I had to, or not remembering what I did sometimes. Or maybe I did, and I just didn't want to grab hold of those thoughts.
I needed a drink.
I was furious, I am furious. That this even has to be a matter of debate for somebody to contemplate. And it wasn't even the focus of Andrea's many, many problems she had to come to terms with throughout the course of the book.
A part of me found myself relating to Andrea at disconcerting parts, especially the self-hatred that has spurred so many of Andrea's reckless one-night stands... It's the belief that you'll never be good enough for a decent person romantically so you make sure to put yourself out of the way. Just to make it convenient for everyone in the first place. While Andrea's struggling to come to terms with her issues in treatment, she says, "I did not deserve the happy ending Dave loved so much." And a part of me realized that as much as I was sympathizing for Andrea, wanting to shake her and scream that she's being too hard on herself, I need to extend that sympathy to myself...
The book lost half a star just because the characterization of Tanner was sort of hard to believe. I was equally confused as Andrea at how he suddenly seemed to take on a Fuck it, let's just get together... I LOVE YOU mindset towards her. But technicalities aside, a beautiful, beautiful story.
My favorite quote in this book (*cough* TO ALL THE ROMANCE BOOK HATERS *cough*) is from when Andrea enters the office of her therapist, Dave:
As I sat in a chair, I looked over the titles. None of them appeared to be medical tomes. I squinted. Upon closer inspection, they appeared to be... a slew of romance novels. What the...?
"You've noticed my books." He dropped into the chair behind the desk and shrugged unapologetically. "I love me a happily-ever-after."
... I think there's a general scorn towards romance novels and the sort of people that read them. Thus, I'm usually quick to hastily explain my romance novels as a "guilty pleasure", never mind the shame that I feel at what I imagine is silent judgement on the other end. But I need to stop doing that. I read romance books for the happily ever after I can't chase after for myself at the moment. And if people are going to judge me for that, I guess I have no reason to associate with said people.
Fin.
One of my main complaints about Jennifer Armentrout's books are the tacky, flinch-worthy covers of shirtless guys... So I would like to take this moment to appreciate the BEAUTIFUL cover of this book. The attention to detail with the cover model's bright red hair and fuller body, the coloring that really does give the impression of something being scorched, GAH, just bravo, bravo ; v ;
I was totally blindsided by this book. Frigid left me immensely frustrated because in spite of all the sexy fun, the conflict honestly stemmed from the idiocy of Sydney and Kyler. Even in that first book, Andrea and Tanner were so interesting in their minimal roles. I mean, a hate-love relationship charged with sexual tension? Yow OvO I remember writing off Andrea as a mere cliche though because she seemed to fall perfectly into the supportive albeit more sexually promiscuous best friend role.
My quick judgement of Andrea came back to bite me in this book though because above all, I learned just how shitty it is to judge and write off people. The witty, energy bunny Andrea comes back in Scorched to show that what we've seen of her in Frigid was a happy facade. I came into this book, expecting the romance and useless angst of the first book and came out floored. Andrea is this heartbreaking character who may bare her sharp wit and unwavering confidence to the world, but is just barely managing to keep surface amidst her anxiety and depression, a diagnosis that isn't officially made until towards the end of the book.
As a mere observer looking into the story, it hurt, it almost felt intrusive at times to see Andrea's down-spiral to her pushing point. Dark topics were touched on... like consent in Andrea's many drunken one-night stands:
Then there were those nights I couldn't remember.
Jesus. I felt sick. I didn't like where my head was going with this. Sweat dotted my palms. It wasn't like I had been... I couldn't even finish that thought. I didn't know what that meant-doing things because I felt like I had to, or not remembering what I did sometimes. Or maybe I did, and I just didn't want to grab hold of those thoughts.
I needed a drink.
I was furious, I am furious. That this even has to be a matter of debate for somebody to contemplate. And it wasn't even the focus of Andrea's many, many problems she had to come to terms with throughout the course of the book.
A part of me found myself relating to Andrea at disconcerting parts, especially the self-hatred that has spurred so many of Andrea's reckless one-night stands... It's the belief that you'll never be good enough for a decent person romantically so you make sure to put yourself out of the way. Just to make it convenient for everyone in the first place. While Andrea's struggling to come to terms with her issues in treatment, she says, "I did not deserve the happy ending Dave loved so much." And a part of me realized that as much as I was sympathizing for Andrea, wanting to shake her and scream that she's being too hard on herself, I need to extend that sympathy to myself...
The book lost half a star just because the characterization of Tanner was sort of hard to believe. I was equally confused as Andrea at how he suddenly seemed to take on a Fuck it, let's just get together... I LOVE YOU mindset towards her. But technicalities aside, a beautiful, beautiful story.
My favorite quote in this book (*cough* TO ALL THE ROMANCE BOOK HATERS *cough*) is from when Andrea enters the office of her therapist, Dave:
As I sat in a chair, I looked over the titles. None of them appeared to be medical tomes. I squinted. Upon closer inspection, they appeared to be... a slew of romance novels. What the...?
"You've noticed my books." He dropped into the chair behind the desk and shrugged unapologetically. "I love me a happily-ever-after."
... I think there's a general scorn towards romance novels and the sort of people that read them. Thus, I'm usually quick to hastily explain my romance novels as a "guilty pleasure", never mind the shame that I feel at what I imagine is silent judgement on the other end. But I need to stop doing that. I read romance books for the happily ever after I can't chase after for myself at the moment. And if people are going to judge me for that, I guess I have no reason to associate with said people.
Fin.
marleer's review against another edition
3.0
3.25 stars
In the beginning, I really didn't enjoy this book. Andrea was a dislikable character and I thought the banter between her and Tanner was annoying and a little childish. But in the end, this book had a lot more depth than I expected.
In the beginning, I really didn't enjoy this book. Andrea was a dislikable character and I thought the banter between her and Tanner was annoying and a little childish. But in the end, this book had a lot more depth than I expected.
Spoiler
It dealt with some really serious issues, which were actually handled quite well.kelz31's review against another edition
4.0
I flip-flopped between 3 and 4 stars for a few minutes.
Reasoning for each:
3 stars:
Book is mostly smut for the for half or so. WHICH I'M TOTALLY OKAY WITH. Just nothing particularly unique... but it is super hot.
Again... smut.
4 stars:
Then, the swoon-worthy and fun times fade to a very serious and affecting issue. It actually made me uncomfortable to read at points because I recognized some of my own behaviors in this, and set against a backdrop of what I thought was a light and sexy read, this hit very hard.
So I landed on 4 stars because I am impressed and moved by the hard-hitting, problematic story-line that Armentrout weaved into this, especially because it has become such a common and frankly overlooked issue. Kudos to her, and a good read!
(Source: received a free ARC)
Reasoning for each:
3 stars:
Book is mostly smut for the for half or so. WHICH I'M TOTALLY OKAY WITH. Just nothing particularly unique... but it is super hot.
Again... smut.
4 stars:
Then, the swoon-worthy and fun times fade to a very serious and affecting issue. It actually made me uncomfortable to read at points because I recognized some of my own behaviors in this, and set against a backdrop of what I thought was a light and sexy read, this hit very hard.
So I landed on 4 stars because I am impressed and moved by the hard-hitting, problematic story-line that Armentrout weaved into this, especially because it has become such a common and frankly overlooked issue. Kudos to her, and a good read!
(Source: received a free ARC)