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First Down by Grace Reilly

6 reviews

kcbug's review against another edition

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challenging emotional tense 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

The spice just wasn’t hitting for me. Only the last scene really caught my attention. 

To me, it seemed like Beckett was the downfall of the book. She held herself back for every decision and it became annoying. 
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ynaiita_5896's review against another edition

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lighthearted relaxing 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

3.0

🏈 While transfering to McKee University for his senior year, quarterback James Callahan promises himself and his father that unlike last time, he will not get distracted by anything that can cost his NFL future. However, he cannot play if he doesn't retake and pass the writing class he failed at his last college. Beckett Wood is desperate to get away from her cheating ex-boyfriend who is not leaving her alone. When James asks Beckett to be his tutor, she agrees in exchange for one thing — for him to pretend to be her boyfriend.

🏈 The premise of this book is engaging, and I was immediately drawn to the idea of a fake dating sports romance. James and Bex quickly emerge as endearing characters, and their chemistry practically leaps off the page. However, the fake dating trope, which initially intrigued me, felt underdeveloped and unconvincing throughout the novel. The story might have benefited from a slower burn, which could have better complemented the central relationship. Unfortunately, as the narrative progressed, the characters' behavior began to feel inconsistent and increasingly frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the story.
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aratinthesky's review against another edition

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lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

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ambercunningham's review against another edition

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lighthearted fast-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

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vj_thompson's review against another edition

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challenging emotional funny hopeful sad medium-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

5.0

My. Flipping. Heart. ❤️

Literally obsessed with this book, the writing, and the characters 🥹 I binge this book in one day. Personally, I think this was better than Icebreaker by Hannah Grace which is a college sports romance. First Down is a perfect mix of spice, drama, and fake dating romance!
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prettynerdy3's review against another edition

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challenging emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

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