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A review by amanda_reads13
Scandalized by Ivy Owens
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0
Gigi has had a rough year. She is on the verge of a mental breakdown when she gets stuck in Seattle and runs into Alec, her childhood best friend's brother.
I was immediately sucked into Gigi and Alec's relationship. Their chemistry was fire. They have such an intense connection, which is actually believable because of their history with each other.
Gigi is a young, successful journalist on the verge of writing her first big article. She is incredibly driven and determined. Her job is incredibly important to her, but once she starts seeing Alec, she starts to make a few questionable decisions. I love her relationship with her best friend, they are so supportive of each other.
Alec is an actor who prefers to stay out of the spotlight. He doesn't really have time for a relationship, but his connection with Gigi is unlike anything he has ever experienced.
I liked reading how they try to juggle their relationship with the craziness of both of their jobs, especially Alec's. It is incredibly difficult for them to find a balance, but they find a way to be together.
The major conflict was rough. Obviously Alec didn't handle it well, but that is also completely understandable given what was happening in the media. He was obviously panicking. Gigi's reaction may come across as childish, but I think it is understandable given her past relationship and her issues with trust.
I felt like the ending was rushed. I would have liked to have seen a bit more of their relationship after the 2 weeks instead of it quickly described in a short epilogue.
Tropes: childhood best friend's brother, actor, age gap
I was immediately sucked into Gigi and Alec's relationship. Their chemistry was fire. They have such an intense connection, which is actually believable because of their history with each other.
Gigi is a young, successful journalist on the verge of writing her first big article. She is incredibly driven and determined. Her job is incredibly important to her, but once she starts seeing Alec, she starts to make a few questionable decisions. I love her relationship with her best friend, they are so supportive of each other.
Alec is an actor who prefers to stay out of the spotlight. He doesn't really have time for a relationship, but his connection with Gigi is unlike anything he has ever experienced.
I liked reading how they try to juggle their relationship with the craziness of both of their jobs, especially Alec's. It is incredibly difficult for them to find a balance, but they find a way to be together.
The major conflict was rough. Obviously Alec didn't handle it well, but that is also completely understandable given what was happening in the media. He was obviously panicking. Gigi's reaction may come across as childish, but I think it is understandable given her past relationship and her issues with trust.
I felt like the ending was rushed. I would have liked to have seen a bit more of their relationship after the 2 weeks instead of it quickly described in a short epilogue.
Tropes: childhood best friend's brother, actor, age gap
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Gaslighting