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suzyq436's review
4.0
What an interesting read this was! I felt this was a mash-up of a taboo age gap romance mixed with British chick lit humour. It was fantastic.
amn028's review
5.0
This is not my usual genre, so I wasn't sure what to expect or if I'd enjoy it. The writing is fabulous - laugh out loud funny, and cringe from secondhand embarrassment - and Ally's adventure grabbed from the get go.
The story is well developed and characters fully fleshed out into real people. The main character's internal struggles are relatable and realistic.
I struggled at times to put it down in order to get real-life stuff accomplished. I just wanted to know what happened next.
The story is well developed and characters fully fleshed out into real people. The main character's internal struggles are relatable and realistic.
I struggled at times to put it down in order to get real-life stuff accomplished. I just wanted to know what happened next.
nicwillwrites's review
5.0
Kaling's debut was delightful to read. Ally's personality shines through from the very first sentence and Marcus is a hero worth swooning over. If you're looking for an example of steamy with a capital STEAMY, this book is it. The love scenes bring you to a place of excitement, but also care for the characters. If you're wanting a fun escape and a novel to take you to a love story with heart and humor, this book will get you there. Thank you to the author for an advanced copy.
trogdor19's review
5.0
A hilarious rom com with the voice of Bridget Jones, but with more romance and sizzling chemistry. The heroine was nothing like any I've come to expect in romance and it made her all the more lovable and interesting. The chemistry between the two leads was irresistible, and the conflict was so agonizing, and the twist at the end made it even more impossible!
So often, what's billed as "rom com" isn't funny at all, but this book had me laughing out loud in public all the time! I mean, I'd have bought the book just for the hilarious advice from Gran, but all the other parts were just as funny and charming, and the romance had my whole heart. I wish I had more from this author immediately!
So often, what's billed as "rom com" isn't funny at all, but this book had me laughing out loud in public all the time! I mean, I'd have bought the book just for the hilarious advice from Gran, but all the other parts were just as funny and charming, and the romance had my whole heart. I wish I had more from this author immediately!
aliciabooks's review
4.0
MADE ME ACTUALLY LOL, WHICH IS HARD TO DO -- I WILL NOW FOREVER MISHEAR THE LYRICS TO "LIKE A VIRGIN" AS "TOUCHED FOR THE THIRTY-FIRST TIME"
intostarlight's review
3.0
An ok book but I was hoping for better. I wasn't a big fan of the heroine, Ally. No way would I say she's almost 30 years old. Almost 20 maybe. And her best friend Sam was a horrible friend. I didn't like him. I understand he was mad when he found out about Ally and his father but not speaking to them for 2 years after?! Seriously? She's your best friend who did every stupid thing you asked her to do and always took your side and defended you but you're mad because now your "daddy won't be getting back together with your mommy"? How old is he, 8? Just ridiculous. I liked Marcus, the hero, though. He was great. Mature, level headed, kind, sexy. Exactly the kind of hero I like to read about. I just think he forgave Ally way too easily in the end.
All in all, it wasn't a bad book but it also could have been so, so much better.
All in all, it wasn't a bad book but it also could have been so, so much better.
isabellm's review
4.0
I really enjoyed this book. Ally with her head in the clouds but a good heart and lovely and selfless Marcus and all the drama that came with these two people being drawn to each other. I felt for Ally and her need to keep Sam and how it was in constant conflict with her growing feelings for Marc. Also loved her following her career dreams despite her fears that she would fail and Marcus’ unfailing belief in her talents. Overall a really good debut and I look forward to more from this author.
emburklin's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
monie_11's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
maronthestars's review
4.0
I loveeeee British romcoms. They’re the perfect balance of witty, sweet, crazy and steamy and perfect to read on a cozy Sunday morning in bed. Loved this.