ninij's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
catoverthinks's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 Was so looking forward to diving into this universe even after barely finishing book 1. Loved their banter and chemistry but had major issues with the way he described her physical appearance, to the point of being taken out of the book at times. With that said I’m extremely disappointed by the lack of pegging after so much talk of it
artbysmashley's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/4 stars! i loved the characters - alex especially is just a GEM !!! but the pacing felt a lil off in this one so i never got one hundred percent immersed. still, a fun cute read.
bernadettebloom's review against another edition
5.0
The second of Olivia Dade's Gods of the Gates romances, after Spoiler Alert, does not disappoint!! Alexander Woodroe is a charming, handsome, tall, strong actor with a heart of gold and ADHD that never lets him shut up or control his impulses. Lauren Clegg is short, quiet, observant and hired to keep Alex out of trouble. The banter is top notch. He's hilarious and snarky, she's has a sense of humor as dry as the Santa Ana winds. As they get to know each other we learn their humbling backstories, and laugh out loud on the road to them becoming soulmates. Full disclosure: I liked this one better than Spoiler Alert.
bnanacub's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
raeanne's review against another edition
5.0
I liked this one more than the first, actually. Will be reading more of Dade for sure.
helenamotheroftwins's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
barbielatz's review against another edition
funny
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? Yes
3.75
I had a hard time reading this book at first. It kind of dragged during its first few pages that I almost dnf’d it… But surprisingly, things have looked up towards the middle and the end part. Alexander Woodroe would definitely be my favorite part of this book! What a cute and funny character ughh I love him! I love the other characters as well and the writing style of Olivia Dade. Loving the whole AO3 World. I only have one more book left in this series and that better be good! It better top Spoiler Alert and this one! Hahahahaha. But anyway, this book had been a delight. Worth finishing! Don’t listen to the bad reviews on Goodreads saying that Alex and Lauren had no chemistry and that it was awkward between them during their hot/intimate scenes—NOT TRUE AT ALL! They had chemistry, spicy scenes between them were nice, and I loved their funny banters! Also loved Alex and Marcus’s friendship dynamic here! I saw more of it in this book compared to the first book. However, I did not see much of a glimpse in the present lives of Marcus and April (Mcs of Spoiler Alert) here in All The Feels. April was barely mentioned… It’s okay, though. I mean they already had their time to shine in the first book lol. To end this, I would just like to conclude that this was a good book two. Loved it! Loved the plus size representation and body positivity in this book and the previous one, as well as the psychological disorder visibility. Woke but not in a cringe or irritating way!
booksicle's review against another edition
5.0
Having never read Spoiler Alert, I was unsure of what to expect when I decided to pick up All The Feels. I knew it was a book I could easily immerse myself in, I’ve been reading romances a lot more recently.
Alex and Laura’s chemistry is one that I haven’t seen in any of the romances I’ve read recently. Despite their complete opposite personalities they bounce off of each other in beautiful ways that work great. I can’t tell you the amount of times I squealed at their unknowing flirtations and got frustrated with their complete obliviance to each others feelings. Can we talk about the BANTER too?? They’re both so actively hilarious, with Lauren and her snarky comebacks that make Alex swoon and Alex with his fanfiction.
My favorite part wasn’t the romance, however, it was the incredible character building that both Alex and Lauren go through as they progress their relationship. With Alex’s ADHD causing over-empathetic problems that Lauren isn’t completely used to, the use of boundaries and the crossing or non-crossing of those boundaries is both realistic and a breath of fresh air to see in a romance novel. Lauren’s passive nature to a fault and Alex’s empathy and protectiveness clashed in a way that made me fall absolutely in LOVE with them. These characters feel like they interact with the world as well as each other, especially with Alex’s contributions to abused women and children and that connection to the writers of Gods of the Gates. Although it’s a subplot to their romance it still feels so eloquently tied into it, not just something to make sure the romance isn’t overwhelming. Lauren’s own connection to being abused by her cousin, and her defiant way of handling it is a beautiful way to make it feel more personal to her character.
Also spice. That’s it. That’s the comment.
Overall, this is my favorite romance novel of the entire year and I cannot wait for more people to give it a read!
Alex and Laura’s chemistry is one that I haven’t seen in any of the romances I’ve read recently. Despite their complete opposite personalities they bounce off of each other in beautiful ways that work great. I can’t tell you the amount of times I squealed at their unknowing flirtations and got frustrated with their complete obliviance to each others feelings. Can we talk about the BANTER too?? They’re both so actively hilarious, with Lauren and her snarky comebacks that make Alex swoon and Alex with his fanfiction.
My favorite part wasn’t the romance, however, it was the incredible character building that both Alex and Lauren go through as they progress their relationship. With Alex’s ADHD causing over-empathetic problems that Lauren isn’t completely used to, the use of boundaries and the crossing or non-crossing of those boundaries is both realistic and a breath of fresh air to see in a romance novel. Lauren’s passive nature to a fault and Alex’s empathy and protectiveness clashed in a way that made me fall absolutely in LOVE with them. These characters feel like they interact with the world as well as each other, especially with Alex’s contributions to abused women and children and that connection to the writers of Gods of the Gates. Although it’s a subplot to their romance it still feels so eloquently tied into it, not just something to make sure the romance isn’t overwhelming. Lauren’s own connection to being abused by her cousin, and her defiant way of handling it is a beautiful way to make it feel more personal to her character.
Also spice. That’s it. That’s the comment.
Overall, this is my favorite romance novel of the entire year and I cannot wait for more people to give it a read!