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I think this book highlights a lot of important topics while being completely realistic in terms of reality shows. I’m not a huge fan of those; therefore, it was a bit too much drama for me. Nevertheless, I loved the different characters and representation in this book! Sometimes, it’s even painful to read but knowing that people actually say and believe these things makes it so important!

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emotional funny hopeful 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

I loved this book so much, it's kind of embarrassing. I've read a lot of great romances before but something about this one just reached into my heart and brain and gripped me on such a visceral level I didn't expect. I think because of the premise, the tension goes much farther and deeper compared to most other romances with the endgame upfront. When the various interpersonal conflicts might and often do have permanent consequences, it just makes the drama crackle. The chemistry in this book too is so 😚👌🏼💕. Again the range of potential love interests really work in not only building the romantic arc(s) but really marinate in Bea's emotional journey. The romance of romance itself becomes enticing, rich, and savory in a way that's really fun and supports its themes. I'm also really impressed at the themes of bigotry and marginalization both grounding this book and being threaded throughout. They feel real without bringing down the fundamental dreamy sweetness in a romance. There are parts that aren't perfect (both in some handlings of identity and the writing) BUT the main thrust of everything was so strong, they don't matter much to me.

Also this book moved me to tears multiple times from both the Drama and some really sweet character arcs. Truly just made me tick in a new way, which I loved.

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reflective medium-paced

Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

This book was recommended to me because I like contemporary marriage of convenience. I think the person that recommended it missed the mark - but I'm not sorry I read it.

It was rather nice to read a plus sized female lead. There are too many size 0 females on covers of books and in movies and television. However, the reality television scene is definitely not my favorite and made it hard for me to love the book.

If you like reality television and are looking for more diversity in fiction though this is a good book.

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challenging emotional inspiring medium-paced

Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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