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theferalmoodreader's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-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
4.0
ryann_eliza's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bellss's review against another edition
4.0
wow, a good mm sotry with an actual slowburn, what is happening. This was good! It was like Shane and Illya, just a bit worse fo wear execution. But i mean as far as mm romances go, really good. I liked the chemistry between the guys, and i felt like they stayed in character durring the sex scenes, which is rare. I was really surprised, i think i will also read the first book, will see how it goes
evim98's review against another edition
3.0
Plot: 1 star (I'm so disappointed)☹️
Characters: 4+ stars (I love my guys)
Overall: 2,5 stars
This book had so much potential because Girard and especially Maclain were really interesting and complex characters but the story was moving so slowly and it was boring at many points. I waited to see more intimate moments or romantic dates between them or something like that but that didn't happen.
I really loved the characters and I cried for Mason so hard but the story didn't get them justice and I couldn't wait to finish it and read something else by a different author.
Characters: 4+ stars (I love my guys)
Overall: 2,5 stars
This book had so much potential because Girard and especially Maclain were really interesting and complex characters but the story was moving so slowly and it was boring at many points. I waited to see more intimate moments or romantic dates between them or something like that but that didn't happen.
I really loved the characters and I cried for Mason so hard but the story didn't get them justice and I couldn't wait to finish it and read something else by a different author.
kaity_b's review against another edition
4.0
3.5-4 stars
Loved this more than book one. It was a good enemies to lovers.
I felt for Mason and I loved how Dom/Nickie was there for him when things were tough. And also how Nickie pushed Mason out of his comfort zone when he needed to.
You could definitely read this as a standalone, but I’m glad I read both books!
Loved this more than book one. It was a good enemies to lovers.
I felt for Mason and I loved how Dom/Nickie was there for him when things were tough. And also how Nickie pushed Mason out of his comfort zone when he needed to.
You could definitely read this as a standalone, but I’m glad I read both books!
emilyexmas's review
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
One boy is sad and lonely. Other boy is mature and well grounded. Homophobe step dad is the only frustrating thing about the book.
eesh25's review against another edition
3.0
I know a lot of people like Mason and feel bad for him because of what he's going through. And I agree that he deserves better than the way his dickhead of a father treats him. And I get that he's hurt and lonely. I even admire him for not giving up hope despite the constant disappointment. But I just didn't like him. He always let his personal feelings interfere with his ability to play. And he never tried to make things work with anyone other than his father. Many of his teammates cut him slack and tried to be his friends, and he never reciprocated.
Maybe I'm being insensitive, but I wanted him to make more of an effort with the people who were kind to him.
Also, there were way too many time jumps. There were often weeks between proper interactions. Like we'd get a scene between Mason and Dominic, then the next chapter would be a week later. And that didn't work for me. Or the fact that half the romance is longing stares from across the room. I needed more consistent communication.
Also, I said this in my Bat Boy review as well, but the beginning is kinda rough. The author goes about setting up the characters and their lives in an info-dumpy way.
But despite all the negatives I've mentioned, I didn't dislike everything. And I want to end on some positives. The writing is good. I liked the focus on people and relationships, and not just romantic ones. I like Dominic as a character. The epilogue was great. I also loved seeing Kellen and Grady again.
And overall, I did enjoy the book. There were just certain parts that were frustrating, and they left an impression. I do still recommend checking the series out. My opinions about it fall under the "unpopular" umbrella. And I plan to try something else by the author.
Maybe I'm being insensitive, but I wanted him to make more of an effort with the people who were kind to him.
Also, there were way too many time jumps. There were often weeks between proper interactions. Like we'd get a scene between Mason and Dominic, then the next chapter would be a week later. And that didn't work for me. Or the fact that half the romance is longing stares from across the room. I needed more consistent communication.
Also, I said this in my Bat Boy review as well, but the beginning is kinda rough. The author goes about setting up the characters and their lives in an info-dumpy way.
But despite all the negatives I've mentioned, I didn't dislike everything. And I want to end on some positives. The writing is good. I liked the focus on people and relationships, and not just romantic ones. I like Dominic as a character. The epilogue was great. I also loved seeing Kellen and Grady again.
And overall, I did enjoy the book. There were just certain parts that were frustrating, and they left an impression. I do still recommend checking the series out. My opinions about it fall under the "unpopular" umbrella. And I plan to try something else by the author.
mimoking2048's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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
5.0