A review by readwithria
Iris Kelly Doesn't Date by Ashley Herring Blake

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-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

Iris Kelly Doesn't Date was such a fun time! Stevie and Iris are so adorable together, and I love their dynamic.

As a theatre maker  I love reading books with actors in them, and this book did such a great job! I feel like the premise of the play was balanced really well within the book so that it didn’t overshadow the character growth and relationships. 

Speaking of relationships, they’re all so good! Not only are Stevie and Iris adorable together, but I loved getting the friendship dynamics both from our beloved coven and from Stevie’s friends. Found families are just as important as blood relatives and life partners, and seeing those support systems was so lovely!

Read this book if you love
🩵 fake dating
🩶 anxiety rep
🩵 queer found family
🩶 theatre people
🩵 strong character development 

I loved reading the Bright Falls books so much! I can’t wait to read more from Ashley Herring Blake. 4 stars
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