sabrinacamp's review against another edition
3.0
There is so much that I did not like about this book, from gender roles to female characters, to mistrust. But I also learned so much about writing an excellent friends to lovers and there is so much that this book does so well.
Navigating the friend versus romance roles, how to incorporate the other friends into the new messy dynamic, dealing with new job situations when it will effect a relationship and so much more. I will study this book as part of a masterclass in actually building a relationship between two characters. Madsen does a lot so well in this one.
kidisitor's review against another edition
5.0
This friends to lovers romance has a cuteness about it, but the characters and their sassy attitudes gives it a little spunk. I loved the character Addie and how she was one of the guys, but deep down she still had the same emotional turmoil as girls everywhere. While playing a huge part in their little circle of friends, she still felt like the odd man out (being the only female in the group.) Tucker was sexy and sweet. Their transition from just friends to more was a sort of slow burn. Of course just when things are going well for the pair, a wrench was thrown into the works. It's a fun story with lots of 'should we' 'shouldn't we' push and pull. It's well written and I especially enjoyed the characters inner dialog. You really feel their struggles. There's a plenty of humor and a few sad moments. There is a small amount of sexual content, but it's kept rather PG-13. (You know what's going on, but it isn't graphic.) My only complaint is that some of the things Addie worried about, in regards to their relationship, were never really discussed with Tucker. Though it is a happy ever after, I would have liked to seen his response to these. Other that that, it was a good and well rounded story with plenty of crazy characters in the mix. :)
*I received an ARC from Netgalley.
*I received an ARC from Netgalley.
kidisitor's review against another edition
5.0
This friends to lovers romance has a cuteness about it, but the characters and their sassy attitudes gives it a little spunk. I loved the character Addie and how she was one of the guys, but deep down she still had the same emotional turmoil as girls everywhere. While playing a huge part in their little circle of friends, she still felt like the odd man out (being the only female in the group.) Tucker was sexy and sweet. Their transition from just friends to more was a sort of slow burn. Of course just when things are going well for the pair, a wrench was thrown into the works. It's a fun story with lots of 'should we' 'shouldn't we' push and pull. It's well written and I especially enjoyed the characters inner dialog. You really feel their struggles. There's a plenty of humor and a few sad moments. There is a small amount of sexual content, but it's kept rather PG-13. (You know what's going on, but it isn't graphic.) My only complaint is that some of the things Addie worried about, in regards to their relationship, were never really discussed with Tucker. Though it is a happy ever after, I would have liked to seen his response to these. Other that that, it was a good and well rounded story with plenty of crazy characters in the mix. :)
*I received an ARC from Netgalley.
*I received an ARC from Netgalley.
booklover1974's review against another edition
4.0
A very well written romance with great pacing that made me want to read and read until I was done
trueblue28's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book made me laugh out loud multiple times. Definitely recommend!!
amyma's review against another edition
5.0
Just One of the Groomsmen by Cindi Madsen is the first in the Getting Hitched in Dixie series. I did not know this was a series until a few minutes ago and am so excited to find out this news, it has the perfect characters to keep the stories going. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, reading about Addie and Tucker's love story was sweet and kept me interested from beginning to end. I am so excited that since it is a series, their story will continue as a thread in the next couple of books. I love reading stories that take place in the south. I grew up with a mom born there and the sayings feel like home. This book is not deep fiction, but it is entertaining and a super fun read that I would definitely recommend. Thank you to Entangled Amara and NetGalley for giving me this book in exchange for an honest review.
sasha2599's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed the characters but felt the story moved too slowly. While I did enjoy the book, I didn't love it as much as I hoped I would. I don't mind slow burns, but I think I would have liked this a lot better if the romance moved faster. I would describe Just One of the Groomsmen as lighthearted chic-lit. I found it easy to read and well written, but not as memorable as I'd hoped.
sasha2599's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed the characters but felt the story moved too slowly. While I did enjoy the book, I didn't love it as much as I hoped I would. I don't mind slow burns, but I think I would have liked this a lot better if the romance moved faster. I would describe Just One of the Groomsmen as lighthearted chic-lit. I found it easy to read and well written, but not as memorable as I'd hoped.
mags_louise's review against another edition
4.0
4.25⭐
I loved this story as not only was it about two best friends taking that chance and becoming so much more. But it was about a girl, who for most of her life has just been one of the guys. Who drinks, beer, plays football, and is more at home in sweatshirts and yoga pants than dresses. Yet, she still wants to be acknowledged as a girl and that made me so emotional, as it really was heartfelt and honest. As well as being super fun, charming, sweet, entertaining, engaging and enjoyable to read. And I would happily recommend it to others.
**I was kindly provided with an ARC by the author in exchange for an honest review**
I loved this story as not only was it about two best friends taking that chance and becoming so much more. But it was about a girl, who for most of her life has just been one of the guys. Who drinks, beer, plays football, and is more at home in sweatshirts and yoga pants than dresses. Yet, she still wants to be acknowledged as a girl and that made me so emotional, as it really was heartfelt and honest. As well as being super fun, charming, sweet, entertaining, engaging and enjoyable to read. And I would happily recommend it to others.
**I was kindly provided with an ARC by the author in exchange for an honest review**
kspear22's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating: 3.5 stars
This was a super adorable friends to lovers romance story. From the very first interaction, I knew I was going to enjoy it. I wasn’t wrong.
Addie reminded me so much of myself. A total tomboy...from the way she dressed to her love of sports. I could identify with her 100%. I mean, hell, even some of how her family acted was similar to my own. While not a necessity for me to enjoy a book, in this case, it only added to it.
But she and Tucker were so perfect for each other. It was obvious from the beginning. While the entire group of friends were close, they had a special, closer bond that shone through. I was rooting for them before they realized it themselves.
I have to say though I loved the romance element, the actual plot was fun and adorable too! I loved all the characters (especially Nonna) in the town. I loved Lexie. I loved the wedding planning. The secrecy. The puppy. And yes, there are cliches present, but I didn’t even mind them in this case.
And oh em gee. What an adorable ending! The rehearsal dinner scene was just the culmination of everything we’d learned about these characters. So damn cute!! Love, love, love.
My one complaint was the characters’ repetitive thoughts over not ruining a friendship. It was constant and mentioned enough for me to roll my eyes at times. (Probably our of frustration for their stubbornness.)
Such a fun, humorous contemporary. I have no idea if there are plans for books about the rest of the guys in the group, but I’d totally be there for them!
This was a super adorable friends to lovers romance story. From the very first interaction, I knew I was going to enjoy it. I wasn’t wrong.
Addie reminded me so much of myself. A total tomboy...from the way she dressed to her love of sports. I could identify with her 100%. I mean, hell, even some of how her family acted was similar to my own. While not a necessity for me to enjoy a book, in this case, it only added to it.
But she and Tucker were so perfect for each other. It was obvious from the beginning. While the entire group of friends were close, they had a special, closer bond that shone through. I was rooting for them before they realized it themselves.
I have to say though I loved the romance element, the actual plot was fun and adorable too! I loved all the characters (especially Nonna) in the town. I loved Lexie. I loved the wedding planning. The secrecy. The puppy. And yes, there are cliches present, but I didn’t even mind them in this case.
And oh em gee. What an adorable ending! The rehearsal dinner scene was just the culmination of everything we’d learned about these characters. So damn cute!! Love, love, love.
My one complaint was the characters’ repetitive thoughts over not ruining a friendship. It was constant and mentioned enough for me to roll my eyes at times. (Probably our of frustration for their stubbornness.)
Such a fun, humorous contemporary. I have no idea if there are plans for books about the rest of the guys in the group, but I’d totally be there for them!