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The Improbable Meet-Cute by Sally Thorne, Christina Lauren, Ashley Poston, Sariah Wilson, Abby Jimenez, Jasmine Guillory
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A perfect Valentine's Day read that would leave you longing for love and a perfect meet cute story for yourself! This is a wonderful, swoony, funny, and amazing read wrapped into a collection of amazing short stories written by equally amazing authors! I loved that this collection is concisely written and connected despite it being written by different authors. This is a collection of swoony and sweet meet cute stories that is also emotional and heartwarming. Some stories are so good that they left me wanting more! Each story has their own uniqueness to them and all the plots are genuinely interesting and engaging! Would highly recommend reading or listening to this collection days before or during Valentine's Day. These stories are such a delight! I had so much fun!
The Exception to the Rule by Christina Lauren ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• What rooted from an accidental email bloomed into a friendship that stood strong over the years. I didn't expect to tear up but I enjoyed this one so much! This was one of my favorites! I loved how the story went and the characters are engaging and funny. I couldn't get enough! Not gonna lie, I want more!!! I really wished this was a full blown novel. I was very entertained! Christina Lauren managed to write a cute, funny, and wholesome story that can also tug at the heartstrings!
Worst Wingman Ever by Abby Jimenez ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Wow Another tear jerker?! Also, the ability of this short story to evoke laughter and tears out of me speaks so much of the author's ability to write great stories. I laughed so much at some scenes and it's amazing how Abby incorporated something heartwarming and emotional in this meet cute story. I dived right into this story expecting a fluffy, swoony, and cute story but it turned out to be so much more. I didn't know I'd be finishing this story with a renewed outlook in life. I loved it! What a hilarious, emotional, and inspiring story!
Rosie and The Dreamboat by Sally Thorne ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
• This was such a cute read! The banters between the characters are so funny and witty. At some point I felt like the pacing was slow but the dialogue between the fmc and mmc kept me interested. I loved the lightheartedness of this one. They have so much chemistry that I can't help but root for them!
Drop, Cover, and Hold On by Jasmine Guillory ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• This was a sweet read! The way the foods were described made me crave them myself! Although I did think that the events happened so fast and I feel like there is a lack of build up with the relationship between the characters that's why it felt rushed. I also think a little more backstory event would have gave the story some depth that would have helped the readers connect more to the characters. I do love me some cute and swoony enemies to lovers story and this one delivered that!
With Any Luck by Ashley Poston ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• I think the plot is interesting! I was already hooked at the beginning and it left me more eager to find out what will happen next. The pacing of the story is just right with the timeline alternating from the past to the present. I think the story felt complete on its own as a short story with the way it ended, I think this could make a good full novel.
Royal Valentine by Sariah Wilson ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• I loved this meet cute story with a touch of royalty! The story felt whole and the characters are well developed! I can't help but swoon at some parts and be hooked by the story as well as which direction this story would go. It kept me interested all throughout and the ending is satisfying. I enjoyed this one!
Thank you NetGalley and Amazon Original Stories for the opportunity to read this advanced readers copy in exchange of an honest review!
The Exception to the Rule by Christina Lauren ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• What rooted from an accidental email bloomed into a friendship that stood strong over the years. I didn't expect to tear up but I enjoyed this one so much! This was one of my favorites! I loved how the story went and the characters are engaging and funny. I couldn't get enough! Not gonna lie, I want more!!! I really wished this was a full blown novel. I was very entertained! Christina Lauren managed to write a cute, funny, and wholesome story that can also tug at the heartstrings!
Worst Wingman Ever by Abby Jimenez ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• Wow Another tear jerker?! Also, the ability of this short story to evoke laughter and tears out of me speaks so much of the author's ability to write great stories. I laughed so much at some scenes and it's amazing how Abby incorporated something heartwarming and emotional in this meet cute story. I dived right into this story expecting a fluffy, swoony, and cute story but it turned out to be so much more. I didn't know I'd be finishing this story with a renewed outlook in life. I loved it! What a hilarious, emotional, and inspiring story!
Rosie and The Dreamboat by Sally Thorne ⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
• This was such a cute read! The banters between the characters are so funny and witty. At some point I felt like the pacing was slow but the dialogue between the fmc and mmc kept me interested. I loved the lightheartedness of this one. They have so much chemistry that I can't help but root for them!
Drop, Cover, and Hold On by Jasmine Guillory ⭐️⭐️⭐️
• This was a sweet read! The way the foods were described made me crave them myself! Although I did think that the events happened so fast and I feel like there is a lack of build up with the relationship between the characters that's why it felt rushed. I also think a little more backstory event would have gave the story some depth that would have helped the readers connect more to the characters. I do love me some cute and swoony enemies to lovers story and this one delivered that!
With Any Luck by Ashley Poston ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• I think the plot is interesting! I was already hooked at the beginning and it left me more eager to find out what will happen next. The pacing of the story is just right with the timeline alternating from the past to the present. I think the story felt complete on its own as a short story with the way it ended, I think this could make a good full novel.
Royal Valentine by Sariah Wilson ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
• I loved this meet cute story with a touch of royalty! The story felt whole and the characters are well developed! I can't help but swoon at some parts and be hooked by the story as well as which direction this story would go. It kept me interested all throughout and the ending is satisfying. I enjoyed this one!
Thank you NetGalley and Amazon Original Stories for the opportunity to read this advanced readers copy in exchange of an honest review!