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bneldridge_39's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
For what started as a fan fiction, the love hypothesis is a good lighthearted read. The beginning starts out a bit slow and the ending is rushed but all the chemistry and love the characters have for one another is well worth reading.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
lucyatoz's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
"When a fake relationship between scientists meets the irresistible force of attraction, it throws one woman's carefully calculated theories on love into chaos."
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood tells the story of Olive Smith, 3rd year PhD student, who blindly ends up kissing Professor Adam Carlsen and they start to fake date, which becomes a equally beneficial for them both!
This novel is a field galore of romantic tropes and stereotypes! Was it repetitive and annoying at times? Yes. However, it was a fun read with a little bit of spice and some lovely characters in Olive's friends, Anh and Malcolm, supporting her through think and thin.
I borrowed a copy of this book from Taunton Library and listened to it on Spotify. I read this for prompt 6, women in STEM, for the 52 Book Club Reading Challenge 2024.
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood tells the story of Olive Smith, 3rd year PhD student, who blindly ends up kissing Professor Adam Carlsen and they start to fake date, which becomes a equally beneficial for them both!
This novel is a field galore of romantic tropes and stereotypes! Was it repetitive and annoying at times? Yes. However, it was a fun read with a little bit of spice and some lovely characters in Olive's friends, Anh and Malcolm, supporting her through think and thin.
I borrowed a copy of this book from Taunton Library and listened to it on Spotify. I read this for prompt 6, women in STEM, for the 52 Book Club Reading Challenge 2024.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Misogyny, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Cancer, Cursing, Terminal illness, Medical content, and Death of parent
Minor: Alcohol
victoriascotta's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism and Sexual content
elaineyh1216's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I can see why this book is so popular. I enjoyed it a lot. It is romantic and cute — just the lighthearted romance I needed during a very stressful time.
However, I could see the Reylo fanfic origin from a million miles away. And why must modern romance authors continuously emphasize throughout the whole book how physically large their male protagonists are? “He’s big, humongous, gigantic, imposing. He’s so big. Did I mention he’s a giant?” The way Adam (lol… in case you missed that this was a Reylo fanfic, let’s name him Adam) was described, I kept thinking, “he must not be a human.” I did find his character to be quite endearing. On the other hand, I got frustrated with Olive at about the 60% mark in the book. Some of her decisions really made me question her intelligence. The side characters were fun. I appreciated the diverse cast and LGBTQ+ representation.
However, I could see the Reylo fanfic origin from a million miles away. And why must modern romance authors continuously emphasize throughout the whole book how physically large their male protagonists are? “He’s big, humongous, gigantic, imposing. He’s so big. Did I mention he’s a giant?” The way Adam (lol… in case you missed that this was a Reylo fanfic, let’s name him Adam) was described, I kept thinking, “he must not be a human.” I did find his character to be quite endearing. On the other hand, I got frustrated with Olive at about the 60% mark in the book. Some of her decisions really made me question her intelligence. The side characters were fun. I appreciated the diverse cast and LGBTQ+ representation.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Cancer, Sexual assault, and Death of parent
livy_lili's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A wonderful, fun romantic story that was such a relaxing read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
staceyn8r's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Sexual harassment
novastorm's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment
Minor: Cancer, Cursing, Terminal illness, and Death of parent
lkristin2018's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This is a sweet, new adult book about a grad student and a professor (not her professor) that decide to fake date because it will be mutually beneficial. Of course, it morphes into something real, but there are many misunderstandings along the way. Both of the main characters grow and change throughout the story, and the main female character deals with a great deal of institutional misogyny. There is an engaging LGBTQ best friend, as well as a close friend of Asian descent.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Cursing, Misogyny, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Ableism, Cancer, Mental illness, Racism, and Sexism
Minor: Alcohol
whatevertheysay's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment
_b0ok_l0v3r's review against another edition
funny
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Cursing