A review by lacrimaeignis
The Sixty/Forty Rule by Ellie K. Wilde

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!
Expand filter menu Content Warnings