katievallin'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
2.5
Graphic: Grief, Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Sexism, and Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol, Death of parent, Gun violence, Animal death, and Infidelity
Minor: Medical content, Sexual harassment, and Chronic illness
jasmineslibraryy'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? It's complicated
4.0
did i still have fun? yes!
i had trouble getting into this book, especially since the switch from 3rd to 1st person through me completely off guard. furthermore, bee is kinda whiny. but i LOVED her and levi.
idc how many times ali hazelwood writes similar STEM romances - i will enjoy every single one. it is her niche and her charm, for sure.
Graphic: Infidelity, Cursing, Alcohol, Sexual content, Sexism, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Panic attacks/disorders, Medical content, Medical trauma, Injury/Injury detail, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Gaslighting, Death of parent, Sexual harassment, Gun violence, Animal cruelty, and Animal death
Minor: Car accident
kibbles15's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
2.0
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Sexism, Misogyny, and Sexual content
Minor: Medical content and Death of parent
mlleelora's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Graphic: Bullying, Gun violence, Sexism, Sexual harassment, Violence, Toxic relationship, Panic attacks/disorders, Misogyny, Infidelity, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Gaslighting, Death, Death of parent, Car accident, Grief, Animal death, Chronic illness, and Alcohol
olxvgxes'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? It's complicated
3.5
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, Death, Toxic friendship, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Misogyny, Sexual content, and Infidelity
Minor: Sexual harassment and Violence
kaetheluise_nckl'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
5.0
Graphic: Death of parent, Toxic relationship, Sexism, Cursing, Misogyny, and Sexual content
Moderate: Death and Medical content
Minor: Sexual harassment and Gun violence
CW provided by the author: seizure disorder in children (epilepsy), dieting for children (due to epilepsy)Spoiler
parental death (car accident), death of a friend in rock climbing accident, firearms in life-threatening situations (DO NOT RESULT IN DEATH)boba_n_books's review against another edition
- 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
4.75
The main characters were lovable, quirky, and realistic. The plot was somewhat tropey but to its advantage. Hazelwood’s writing style is so fun, and it’s easy to be along for the ride. Can’t wait to see what she cooks up next!
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Cursing, and Misogyny
Minor: Gun violence
autiedragon's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, Domestic abuse, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Animal cruelty and Animal death
naturally's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
bee had a super interesting profession, so it was nice to see her...actually doing science-y sh*t (this is something i feel was lacking in tlh). however, i found it hard to believe that she would be so...dumb in other aspects of her life? from self deprecation to the way she dragged out the jokes about levi hating her, she was a cringey character and i hated to see her put herself down repeatedly :(
levi felt very flat, but i will say, he and bee had great chemistry. awkwardness and overemphasis on size-difference aside, the sex scenes were hot idk
the entire third act was kind of a mess, and the reveal of the antagonist completely changed the tone of the whole book. after that, it was hard to get back into the groove of the story. yet, i'm still willing to give 'love, theoretically' a chance. if i don't like it, it may just be a sign that ali hazelwood's work isn't for me.
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, and Gun violence
Minor: Sexual harassment
elspethmigliore's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
also, i 🫶 levi ward
definitely reread material ✅
Graphic: Sexism
Moderate: Gun violence
Minor: Chronic illness, Cursing, Sexual harassment, Toxic friendship, and Vomit