literarylizzie's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
briiiiib's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
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? Yes
4.0
allison_jo's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.75
listen, by this point we all know what to expect from ali hazelwood. i came here for a silly, goofy time, and i got a silly, goofy time. this was the perfect book to raise my spirits a bit, and i love her for that.Β
were each of the male protagonists adam driver but in different fonts? yes. were there cringy millennial references? yes. was i left wondering how much research was put into writing about all these different stem professions? yes.Β
but i ateππ»itππ»upππ»
were each of the male protagonists adam driver but in different fonts? yes. were there cringy millennial references? yes. was i left wondering how much research was put into writing about all these different stem professions? yes.Β
but i ateππ»itππ»upππ»
macoliumb2's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
josbelle's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
3.0
Super cute stories. Very quick reads.Β
madster6's review against another edition
2.0
All of these stories were pretty cute, although I didn't really love them. The first novella, Under One Roof had a borderline non-consentual scene in it that made the story very uncomfortable and awkward.
Stuck With You was an interesting twist, but the storyline was fairly clunky, even considering it being a novella length.
And Below Zero seemed the most relatable and light hearted of all of them, but it also didn't make much sense in terms of organic progressions of relationships.
Overall, Ali Hazelwood spends all her time writing about these behemoth men that tower over these teeny tiny, 4'10" female MC and I think it would be nice to add in a little bit more variety within the stories.
I did enjoy that the three stories were moderately attached, considering Mara, Sadie and Hannah were all best friends, that was a cute touch. Ali always does a really good job of creating these well-rounded, smart, and generally fun female leads. I also appreciated the soccer references and the JPL/NASA vibes. Let's just mix it up a little more next time, Ali!
Stuck With You was an interesting twist, but the storyline was fairly clunky, even considering it being a novella length.
And Below Zero seemed the most relatable and light hearted of all of them, but it also didn't make much sense in terms of organic progressions of relationships.
Overall, Ali Hazelwood spends all her time writing about these behemoth men that tower over these teeny tiny, 4'10" female MC and I think it would be nice to add in a little bit more variety within the stories.
I did enjoy that the three stories were moderately attached, considering Mara, Sadie and Hannah were all best friends, that was a cute touch. Ali always does a really good job of creating these well-rounded, smart, and generally fun female leads. I also appreciated the soccer references and the JPL/NASA vibes. Let's just mix it up a little more next time, Ali!
sydsshelves's review against another edition
3.0
These books are just alright, nothing that really sticks. They seem to follow the same formula, with similar characters and recurring misunderstandings. Each male lead comes across as brooding and reserved β a type that becomes glaringly obvious when you read these novellas one after the other.
The plot revolves around three intelligent girlfriends navigating post-grad school life. Each of them finds themselves entangled with a gruff, towering man who seems to dislike them for various reasons. They end up in situations where they must coexist (sharing living space against his will, competition over clients, past romantic advances), and instead of straightforward communication, they avoid confronting the issues until circumstances force them to confront their feelings. Of course, steamy scenes follow, and everything culminates in a satisfying happy ending.
It's not that I dislike these stories; it's just that every time I finish an Ali Hazelwood book, I'm left wanting more. I do appreciate her focus on intelligent female characters and the STEM-inspired flirting, but I can't ignore that the characters often fit into the same mold β deeply insecure, in need of rescue, and providing a contrast to the dark, brooding guys. The repetition of these tropes is wearing thin for me.
The plot revolves around three intelligent girlfriends navigating post-grad school life. Each of them finds themselves entangled with a gruff, towering man who seems to dislike them for various reasons. They end up in situations where they must coexist (sharing living space against his will, competition over clients, past romantic advances), and instead of straightforward communication, they avoid confronting the issues until circumstances force them to confront their feelings. Of course, steamy scenes follow, and everything culminates in a satisfying happy ending.
It's not that I dislike these stories; it's just that every time I finish an Ali Hazelwood book, I'm left wanting more. I do appreciate her focus on intelligent female characters and the STEM-inspired flirting, but I can't ignore that the characters often fit into the same mold β deeply insecure, in need of rescue, and providing a contrast to the dark, brooding guys. The repetition of these tropes is wearing thin for me.
the1975's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
kcdennett's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
teganmullen's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5