A review by agrippinaes
The Long Game by Elena Armas

4.0

I really loved the romance in this book. The dynamic between Adalyn and Cam worked really well; the idea of her needing someone to fight for her and him desperately wanting to be that person, it was very well done. If you like a slow burn, then this is a particularly delicious one, and the chemistry is great. Personally I found it a bit too slow and I found the sex scenes, whilst well-written, a bit underwhelming. But I think I’ll be in the minority on that one.

Character-wise, I really liked both of them; I just wanted Adalyn to be happy, and Cam was just a delight of a character. He was so grumpy but also so warm and fierce and sweet towards her. I loved some of the things he said to her – it was very romantic.

One gripe I had was the subplot involving Adalyn’s father, this just wasn’t for me, though I did like the angst that it led to for her development. Overall though it was a delight to read; I didn’t want to put it down. It was a lovely book and the romance is very good. If you like slow-burn, then this is an excellent example.

Content Notes: Hate-to-love, small town, neighbours, sports (football/soccer), forced proximity.

Warnings:
SpoilerReferences to violence, head injuries, traffic collision, mild injuries, references to death of a spouse (side character), death of a grandparent, toxic relationship with a parent.


Other:
SpoilerOn-page sex, divorce (parents, in past), unprotected sex
SpoilerFMC on birth control, references to clear STI tests, no condoms used.
, both MCs want children.
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