Reviews tagging 'Mass/school shootings'

A Lie for a Lie by Helena Hunting

15 reviews

kb33's review against another edition

lighthearted fast-paced

3.5

I definitely guessed the “twist,” or Lanie’s secret pretty early, but since it isn’t revealed til the middle of the book I won’t reveal it here. It’s not my favorite trope to read, and this book is very insta-lust, insta-love, but it was cute and a decent read. 

I didn’t like the lack of female empowerment - Lanie gets a job as a marine biology researcher at a zoo, and everyone keeps calling her a tour guide. Why do we as a society feel the need to belittle smart women? She had three master’s degrees. She’s earned the acknowledgment of her own damn job title. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Mass/school shootings

Moderate: Sexism and Pregnancy

erinmd156's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny inspiring lighthearted reflective tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Mass/school shootings

Minor: Pregnancy

chloek608's review against another edition

adventurous emotional hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

 I recommend this book if you like: 
-heavy romance 
-insta-love and rich man trope 
-ice hockey player storyline 

I enjoyed reading RJ and Lainey’s story but it would be a forgettable read. It was easy to get right into this story and there was great character development which gets you invested in the characters. I enjoyed the settings and obstacles. 

I was upset the couple had no way to get in touch when Rook had to leave the island in a hurry. When they had the lucky run in at the aquarium it is really unbelievable but I enjoyed it nonetheless. I had twigged on to what ‘lie’ Lainey had and was overjoyed that she gave RJ a second chance. 

RJ stepped up to look after Lainey and their son. He really was a great boyfriend, then fiancé and then husband! Very nice feel good happy every after!

 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, and Mass/school shootings

adriology's review against another edition

emotional hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Mass/school shootings

Minor: Pregnancy

jessica_reads's review against another edition

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Mass/school shootings