A review by lizgriffinwords
Love, Theoretically, by Ali Hazelwood
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
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
5.0
Thank you Ali and Berkley for the eARC.
I read this entire book today, a rare occurrence for me when it comes to ebooks. I can say with absolute sincerity that I have never smiled so hard AND cried so hard over a book. Ever.
I’ve never felt as seen as I do through Elsie, through her relationship trauma, her aro/ace questioning, her code-switching. I’ll come up with a more coherent review prior to publication… probably. I just love Ali so much.
I read this entire book today, a rare occurrence for me when it comes to ebooks. I can say with absolute sincerity that I have never smiled so hard AND cried so hard over a book. Ever.
I’ve never felt as seen as I do through Elsie, through her relationship trauma, her aro/ace questioning, her code-switching. I’ll come up with a more coherent review prior to publication… probably. I just love Ali so much.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Gaslighting
Minor: Sexism and Acephobia/Arophobia
Accurate depiction of sexism and undue influence in academia (not by love interest).
Aro/ace phobia is brief and the character repents for the behavior.