A review by bookwisp
The Stand-In by Lily Chu

emotional lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This was a fun, escapist read. It also touched on some more serious notes (mental health, sexual harassment, amongst others) which lent it, I thought, an emotional depth and maturity that’s sometimes lacking in romance novels. These more serious elements mean this novel won’t be for everyone – especially people who come to this book wanting a light-hearted celebrity romance – but I appreciated The Stand-in all the more for it. Phillipa Soo’s narration really enhanced the audiobook. She brought out a warmth and compassion in the characters I might have missed if I’d been reading by myself. For this reason, I’d recommend picking this up on Audible. 
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