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cluckieduck's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.75
<b>“Ten out of ten times, I’d willingly choose to be with you.”</b>
Okay, this was really sweet. Could have used some polishing, but for a debut self-published novel that the author never intended on letting see the light day, I say well done.
Jude is the queen of self-sabotage and I felt it was a very authentic portrayal throughout her insecurities and angst. Theo’s an absolute dreamboat of thoughtfulness, patience, and compassion.
<b>She opens up in smaller ways that feel so much sweeter knowing how hard she has to work at it. I don’t need her to love me yet. I just need her to keep trying.</b>
This is marketed as an enemies-to-lovers but that’s entirely misguided on Jude’s part because Theo is absolutely smitten! Their snark and banter is delightful, and the tension throughout is 🔥.
I do agree with others that the ending was a bit rushed. While the HEA is there, there are definitely some plot points that should get some sort of resolution.
Okay, this was really sweet. Could have used some polishing, but for a debut self-published novel that the author never intended on letting see the light day, I say well done.
Jude is the queen of self-sabotage and I felt it was a very authentic portrayal throughout her insecurities and angst. Theo’s an absolute dreamboat of thoughtfulness, patience, and compassion.
<b>She opens up in smaller ways that feel so much sweeter knowing how hard she has to work at it. I don’t need her to love me yet. I just need her to keep trying.</b>
This is marketed as an enemies-to-lovers but that’s entirely misguided on Jude’s part because Theo is absolutely smitten! Their snark and banter is delightful, and the tension throughout is 🔥.
I do agree with others that the ending was a bit rushed. While the HEA is there, there are definitely some plot points that should get some sort of resolution.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Grief, and Abandonment
Minor: Death, Car accident, and Alcohol
lacrimaeignis's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I found this book quite fun to read! It was enjoyable and lighthearted like a Rom Com should be. I picked this story up because it was being promoted as an enemies to lovers tale which is one of my favorite tropes. However, I would not consider it to be enemies to lovers (to be enemies to lovers you need the couple to be on opposing sides or competing for the same thing which they weren't) rather it is a hate to love tale. It hits many of the Romance tropes - female protagonist with dream job up for promotion, male falls first, forced proximity, only one bed, workplace romance . The chemistry and the tension between Jude and Theo was great but their characterization fell a little flat at times. We get brief mentions of the characters backstories but I wanted to know more, especially because the characters' past trauma played an important role in the building of their relationship. Honestly, even though I loved Theo and Jude's dynamic, I was more of a fan of the two best friends and am excited to read their story!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, and Abandonment
Minor: Death and Alcohol
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