brigwen's review
5.0
I was given an ARC copy of this book from the author to promote. All views and opinions are strictly my own.
Miss Blair done it again! I absolutely loved this book. Both characters were extremely relatable, the plot flowed smoothly and overall a great easy read.
Darci reminded me of myself at that age. I spent more time in the library or reading books, trying to be the best I could be. People often called me a nerd but I was proud of my nerdiness. It would get me into my dream school or a scholarship. I didn’t let nothing or no one stand in my way. But also like Darci, on the inside I was crying. My anxiety ruled my life. All I could think about is failing and not meeting everyone’s expectations to the point, I started to lose faith in myself. I love the rawness that Blair wrote about when it came to Darci’s anxiety and panic disorders. It was heartwarming to see someone portrayed like a real person who goes through some of the same things that I do.
Then came Eli. Already just swoon. Who can deny a guy in a uniform? Even if it is a school uniform? A tie? Ugh girl it does things. Anyway, Eli was another great representation of how family can cause you to be cold, not care and even do things that you shouldn’t do. But Eli also shows how important family can be when it comes to support and love. Eli never had a reason to push himself and dream his own dream until he met Darci and had the courage to make a better life for himself.
I literally sat down to read this after my husband left for work at 8:30PM and didn’t stop until almost 1:30AM. I just couldn’t put it down. Santana done an absolutely amazing job creating characters that I can relate to and root for. This has become one of my comfort reads now.
For anyone looking to start a Santana Blair novel, make sure you don’t have to be anywhere the next morning. Because you won’t stop reading until you finish that book.
Miss Blair done it again! I absolutely loved this book. Both characters were extremely relatable, the plot flowed smoothly and overall a great easy read.
Darci reminded me of myself at that age. I spent more time in the library or reading books, trying to be the best I could be. People often called me a nerd but I was proud of my nerdiness. It would get me into my dream school or a scholarship. I didn’t let nothing or no one stand in my way. But also like Darci, on the inside I was crying. My anxiety ruled my life. All I could think about is failing and not meeting everyone’s expectations to the point, I started to lose faith in myself. I love the rawness that Blair wrote about when it came to Darci’s anxiety and panic disorders. It was heartwarming to see someone portrayed like a real person who goes through some of the same things that I do.
Then came Eli. Already just swoon. Who can deny a guy in a uniform? Even if it is a school uniform? A tie? Ugh girl it does things. Anyway, Eli was another great representation of how family can cause you to be cold, not care and even do things that you shouldn’t do. But Eli also shows how important family can be when it comes to support and love. Eli never had a reason to push himself and dream his own dream until he met Darci and had the courage to make a better life for himself.
I literally sat down to read this after my husband left for work at 8:30PM and didn’t stop until almost 1:30AM. I just couldn’t put it down. Santana done an absolutely amazing job creating characters that I can relate to and root for. This has become one of my comfort reads now.
For anyone looking to start a Santana Blair novel, make sure you don’t have to be anywhere the next morning. Because you won’t stop reading until you finish that book.
bigbuttandabook's review
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
4.0
This was incredibly sweet. Eli was to perfect for words. He and Darcie our one of my favorite couples. I loved so much about this story. I would absolutely love a novella update on these two.
brebooks_'s review against another edition
2.0
I got this book from the author to give my honest review.
I wanted to like this book... I truly did. I love the trope (hate to love relationship), But I never felt truly connected to the characters in the relationship or the people near to them. I loved how Eli was very thoughtful when it can to being and doing things for Darcie. He truly pays attention to her and what she likes and dislikes. One problem I had with Eli was the “princess” thing. He would call her princess and it felt like a undermining and degrading term. Darcie ends up liking that so maybe it’s just me??
There were sections of the writing that seemed like a complete stream of consciousness with overly explained section and then there were sections that the author was telling and not showing. And I wasn’t getting enough information.
I also never got to really see the relationship between the twins. I think that would have enhanced my view of the story.
I wanted to like this book... I truly did. I love the trope (hate to love relationship), But I never felt truly connected to the characters in the relationship or the people near to them. I loved how Eli was very thoughtful when it can to being and doing things for Darcie. He truly pays attention to her and what she likes and dislikes. One problem I had with Eli was the “princess” thing. He would call her princess and it felt like a undermining and degrading term. Darcie ends up liking that so maybe it’s just me??
There were sections of the writing that seemed like a complete stream of consciousness with overly explained section and then there were sections that the author was telling and not showing. And I wasn’t getting enough information.
I also never got to really see the relationship between the twins. I think that would have enhanced my view of the story.
rae_bookmarkchronicles's review
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.0
This was another great retelling of Pride & Prejudice and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys the original and/or Pride by Ibi Zoboi.
I really disliked Eli in the beginning because he is the reason that they were at odds from the very beginning. Both he and Darcie overreacted at times or could have fixed simple misunderstandings with communication but even when they were getting on my nerves I was still submerged in the story and eager to see what would happen next.
The writing in this is amazing and I love the inclusion of conversations regarding class and mental health. I'm glad I read it and thank you to the author for sending me a copy.
I really disliked Eli in the beginning because he is the reason that they were at odds from the very beginning. Both he and Darcie overreacted at times or could have fixed simple misunderstandings with communication but even when they were getting on my nerves I was still submerged in the story and eager to see what would happen next.
The writing in this is amazing and I love the inclusion of conversations regarding class and mental health. I'm glad I read it and thank you to the author for sending me a copy.
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug abuse
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