A review by kimalah
When Grumpy Met Sunshine by Charlotte Stein

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I loved When Grumpy Met Sunshine. Loved it. It was funny, sexy, sweet, uplifting, endearing, smart, and did I mention funny? I laughed out loud enough to make my husband notice. The banter is great (and reminded me of my own relationship, if I am honest.) Mabel and Alfie are endearing in their awkwardness and their enamored states. 

It is body positive but realistic in how a lot of society treats a plus-sized woman. The skewering of social media and the toxic side of fandom is spot on. The intimate scenes are quite explicit and open in the characters’ enjoyment of each other’s bodies.

This is a very British book, which viewpoint and attitude I enjoyed a lot. I recommend it wholeheartedly.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press, NetGalley and the author for the advance reader copy. All opinions are my own.