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gondorgirl's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
et3rnali33's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Focusing on modern romance through dating apps with poc characters and a stranger/enemies to lovers & second chance romance. With a little bit of spice! (;
I enjoyed seeing the romance build and I enjoyed seeing situations that call to having difficulties wanting a successful career versus wanting to commit and focus on someone romantically. While also seeing the impact previous relationships and situations has caused on people and how it affects their mindset entering new relationships.
I definitely laughed at things Rhi and Lakshmi discussed and loved the way Samson cared deeply for family and loved ones. It was wholesome.
So, I would pick this book up if you want a pick me up book thats fun, chemically intense, and hopeful.
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
sultrytartreviews's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
slow-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
4.0
This book had so many high points for me! The relationship was a sweet build in trust and understanding. I really appreciated Rhi's journey and I loved Sampson's heart. Some amazing things that I found unique to this story: 1) Discussing other kinds of love and intimacy unrelated to romantic love. Friendship and it's importance. 2) Discussing how society views sexual intimacy in strict confines and making space for other sexual acts that aren't strictly P in V intercourse. 3) Aunt Belle-she is an amazing side character and I want to be her.
Minor: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment
sarahm96's review against another edition
4.25
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Racism, Sexual violence, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Gaslighting
kylieqrada's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
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
4.0
I liked this alot, but more as a contemporary with romance elements than as a straight romance. I liked our MCs together, but they didn't jump off the page for me like other romance pairings I've read lately. I loved Alisha Rai's writing, and her characterization is divine. Plus, the hard-hitting topics tackled (football pun) in this book are so well-done and insightful. I don't usually like a sports element in romance (she says as though she's some sort of romance connoisseur), but I loved the way CTE and mental illness were handled here. Will definitely be picking up more from Alisha Rai soon.
Graphic: Chronic illness, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Misogyny, Terminal illness, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Death, Dementia, Grief, and Death of parent
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