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bookswithnopictures's review
3.0
It was okay. I think I was so distracted about how much I didn't like her "best" friend, Jessa, and the narrator's valley girl intonations. Jessa is selfish and imposes a lot of her agenda on Taycee, mostly without her friend's agreement.
I generally like second chance relationships. I overall wanted more character and plot development, maybe a more powerful conflict as well. I do enjoy Rachael's other books I've read, so I know it's not her writing but my lack of connection to this book in particular that is the issue.
I generally like second chance relationships. I overall wanted more character and plot development, maybe a more powerful conflict as well. I do enjoy Rachael's other books I've read, so I know it's not her writing but my lack of connection to this book in particular that is the issue.
ghumpherys's review
5.0
Loved this new sweet, clean romance from Rachael Anderson (I've loved all her books)! I've read several Bachelor/Bachelorette type stories recently and I thought this had a great unique take on the whole thing -- and not what I expected either!
booklover2377's review
5.0
the today i saw some post a review about this book on youtube i knew i had to read it and i was right becuase i loved this book and i would it read again.
lfthoman's review
4.0
This book reminded me of an early-2000s rom-com, and I mean that in the best possible way. It was fun and light, and yes, occasionally far-fetched, but that was okay.
Assuming that you accept the premise of the book — that Shelter’s Bachelorette would have been cast and promoted without ever getting permission from the bachelorette herself, and that Taycee would then have no choice but to play along — it was a good time. I liked Taycee, and she kept me entertained even when she was neck-deep in a hairbrained scheme that made me want to yet, “Not a good idea!”
The romance in this story was sweet and innocent, squeaky-clean without feeling false, and I stayed fully invested in Taycee and Luke’s stories all the way through. I did think Taycee was a much better developed character than Luke, since I never really understood his motivations for several things, or why he changed his mind on certain topics, but he was still a likable character whom I wanted to root for. I also wasn’t completely sold on Luke needing a few chapters in his POV, as I thought Taycee’s POV was probably sufficient, but it didn’t keep me from enjoying it. I really liked the development of some of the bachelors; even though they weren’t the most fully fleshed-out characters ever, they brought an assortment of personalities and quirks to the story that added a lot of entertainment value. I wish we got to find out what befell several of the unsuccessful bachelors after the conclusion of the show, but much like on actual reality shows, the spotlight is reserved for the winner.
Overall, The Reluctant Bachelorette was a clean, lighthearted, funny, and entertaining read that I highly enjoyed.
Assuming that you accept the premise of the book — that Shelter’s Bachelorette would have been cast and promoted without ever getting permission from the bachelorette herself, and that Taycee would then have no choice but to play along — it was a good time. I liked Taycee, and she kept me entertained even when she was neck-deep in a hairbrained scheme that made me want to yet, “Not a good idea!”
The romance in this story was sweet and innocent, squeaky-clean without feeling false, and I stayed fully invested in Taycee and Luke’s stories all the way through. I did think Taycee was a much better developed character than Luke, since I never really understood his motivations for several things, or why he changed his mind on certain topics, but he was still a likable character whom I wanted to root for. I also wasn’t completely sold on Luke needing a few chapters in his POV, as I thought Taycee’s POV was probably sufficient, but it didn’t keep me from enjoying it. I really liked the development of some of the bachelors; even though they weren’t the most fully fleshed-out characters ever, they brought an assortment of personalities and quirks to the story that added a lot of entertainment value. I wish we got to find out what befell several of the unsuccessful bachelors after the conclusion of the show, but much like on actual reality shows, the spotlight is reserved for the winner.
Overall, The Reluctant Bachelorette was a clean, lighthearted, funny, and entertaining read that I highly enjoyed.
brookiecowles's review
3.0
It was a really cute, fun read. I'd actually read it again when in the mood for a fun romantic comedy.
beka_ray's review
5.0
Ok, it wasn't the greatest book ever written...BUT! I plan on reading it again. The story was just so cute. I must admit that I'm not that big of a fan of the bachelor show so I was skeptical, but I loved it. I was giggling and kicking my feet in the air (my roommates can attest I do that when I read books that make me happy) and the epilogue just made me so happy. It is the perfect cute romatic read for someone wanting to get away from life for a few hours.
LOVED IT!
LOVED IT!
theforeverbookworm's review
4.0
I actually really surprised myself by enjoying the story immensely. I think because I wasn't expecting anything too spectacular, I was really pleasantly surprised. I loved the idea of 'Shelter's Bachelorette' and it was all very cute and wholesome. It wouldn't win any awards for outstanding literature, but it was just what I needed as a little pick-me-up!
Read my full review here: https://theforeverbookworm.blogspot.com/2020/02/thereluctantbachelorette.html
Read my full review here: https://theforeverbookworm.blogspot.com/2020/02/thereluctantbachelorette.html
wannabe_bibliothecary's review
3.0
I was annoyed by the immaturity of just about of all the characters in this book. They all act like they’re in high school. The end was good, but it sure took a long time getting there.