ellis_elisha's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
One of the first books I read and it was really enjoyable. The beginning was very scientific and didn’t understand some of it but you got the gist. It was well put together and the ending had me in love and wanting a sequel
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, and Sexism
miijiju's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.25
Spoilers ↓
Better than expected
What I liked:
The storyline was fine, the concept worked too. It wasn't really an enemies to lovers or academic rivals but the twist was nice, Brenton did seem like an ass from the beginning (like he himself mentioned) and I like the goofy revenge that Olive gave him.
What I didn't like:
The characters were bland and boring, especially Adam felt like he didn't have a personality and his random switch from "never giving a fuck" to "I'm going to kill you" near the end with Brenton felt unnatural and weird. Malcolm was annoying and imo Anh was a pushover even after she mentioned it. The sex scene too 😭
I don't get how the book has an average 4⭐ rating on GoodReads but it doesn't deserve it.
Better than expected
What I liked:
The storyline was fine, the concept worked too. It wasn't really an enemies to lovers or academic rivals but the twist was nice, Brenton did seem like an ass from the beginning (like he himself mentioned) and I like the goofy revenge that Olive gave him.
What I didn't like:
The characters were bland and boring, especially Adam felt like he didn't have a personality and his random switch from "never giving a fuck" to "I'm going to kill you" near the end with Brenton felt unnatural and weird. Malcolm was annoying and imo Anh was a pushover even after she mentioned it. The sex scene too 😭
I don't get how the book has an average 4⭐ rating on GoodReads but it doesn't deserve it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Sexual assault, Misogyny, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
katniss_li's review against another edition
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Sexual content
clairehreads22's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
🌶🌶 (just one chapter)
I can’t believe I’ve been putting this one off for so long. I loved it so freaking much omg. I was laughing almost every time that Olive opened her mouth. She was so funny and such a lovable character. From when Olive met Adam, I could tell he was crushing on her. The fact that this all started as a Star Wars fanfiction makes me laugh. I love that!! The quick witted banter and sexual tension between Olive & Adam was beautiful. Truly love them! The hypothesis at the start of every chapter was so funny and a great way to start each one. Holden and Malcolm are so cute. Anh was kind of annoying me tbh.
I didn’t trust Tom from the beginning.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
caseylovett's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
dannee_13's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Sexual content, Medical content, and Sexual assault
lmy612's review against another edition
lighthearted
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
A fantastic fauxmance! Adam is dark and brooding but also protective and caring. A swoon worthy read for anyone who likes smart people and some spice.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Cancer, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Emotional abuse, Sexism, Death of parent, Misogyny, and Gaslighting
h4y's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
A bit slow, not much happens in the plot apart from the major dramas. The characters are very emotion driven and invest too much into each other very quickly but at the same time don’t seem to care about each other.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content and Sexual assault
inthemiddle's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment, Sexual content, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Cancer and Death of parent
nicks_books's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Sexual assault
Minor: Death of parent and Cancer