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merbearmer's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism
ronan189's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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
4.5
This book has been on my list for over a year now, and it did not disappoint!
I went into it not knowing much about the story and I was pleasantly surprised by the depth the characters have, and the real life problems they face.
I wasn't expecting the toxic behavior of the mothers of both main characters to have such a big role, but it was done very well
I went into it not knowing much about the story and I was pleasantly surprised by the depth the characters have, and the real life problems they face.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism
Minor: Racism
bek_p87's review
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
4.75
This is a perfect enemies-to-friends-to-lovers sapphic romance. Molly is riddled with anxiety, nursing a hopeless crush. Alex's easy-going, flirtatious attitude belies real pain. When Alex offers to help Molly 'get the girl' in an attempt to prove to her estranged girlfriend that she can indeed have a real friendship, the two instantly butt heads. But as Molly becomes a braver version of herself, and Alex starts to open up, the two become friends. Slowly, they each start to realise that the girl they were trying to get isn't exactly what they're looking for - and maybe their new friend is.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism
Moderate: Gaslighting
shayh's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism
doublebassgirl's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction and Alcoholism
a_ticcy_tapinella's review
emotional
inspiring
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
5.0
absolutely amazing, the ending sealed the 5 stars for me. Definitely enemies to lovers and slow burn (imo).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, and Gaslighting
Minor: Hate crime, Panic attacks/disorders, and Racism
aryelee's review
emotional
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
4.5
Loved this! The dual POV worked very well for this story, and I adored the main characters. Alex and Molly had a bit of a Meet-Disaster, and quickly went into annoying each other at every opportunity as they pursued relationships with other girls. The development of their relationship from hesitant friends to very close and falling hard for each other was so fun to read and I loved seeing how they made each other better, working on their flaws.
The secondary focus on mother-daughter relationships was very well written. Alex and her struggle with her mother's alcohol addiction added a lot of depth to her character and life, as well as a heartfelt depiction of how addiction can tear apart families and the strength it takes to seek help. And Molly! Her anxiety paired with her mother trying to take charge and accidentally controlling her life, smothering her, and making her feel shame for her Korean heritage -- the strength it takes to speak out against a beloved family member is treated well and I related a lot to her.
Also, the fake date? The coaching on flirting? The trust they feel when they get closer, feeling at home with each other? What a love story! I adore these two and it was so nice to read such a lighthearted and hopeful book.
The secondary focus on mother-daughter relationships was very well written. Alex and her struggle with her mother's alcohol addiction added a lot of depth to her character and life, as well as a heartfelt depiction of how addiction can tear apart families and the strength it takes to seek help. And Molly! Her anxiety paired with her mother trying to take charge and accidentally controlling her life, smothering her, and making her feel shame for her Korean heritage -- the strength it takes to speak out against a beloved family member is treated well and I related a lot to her.
Also, the fake date? The coaching on flirting? The trust they feel when they get closer, feeling at home with each other? What a love story! I adore these two and it was so nice to read such a lighthearted and hopeful book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction and Alcoholism
Moderate: Toxic relationship
julkatten's review
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism
mightgosour's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
3.5
This was an enjoyable quick read. Not a favourite of mine but would definitely recommend it to someone who’s looking for a cute lighthearted book!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism and Alcohol
Minor: Addiction, Drug abuse, and Racism
takarakei's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
- WLW friends to lovers
- new to college life (freshman)
This one read a little young for me, but I think it's perfect for college-aged people! I think both main characters were well described in terms of their past and how that has affected their relationships (or lack there of). Molly was a bit of a struggle to read as her anxiety is overwhelming (to her), but knowing people who struggle with that level of anxiety I can understand it. The plotline of Alex helping Molly overcome this anxiety to ask out her crush was cute. Overall if you're the right age for this one I think it's generally a cute read, it just wasn't personally a fav for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Toxic relationship, and Alcohol
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Racism, and Car accident
Minor: Abandonment
Alex's mom is an alcoholic which is a very constant stressor for her. Molly suffers from some pretty severe social anxiety which she works through the entire book. Molly's mom struggles with internalized racism.