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jesshudzik's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
This, like its sequel that I read first without realizing it, is a fun read that is exactly what it sets out to be. It quite literally starts with a syllabus about exploring one of the MCs sexuality, and thats exactly what you get. The characters do develop a relatable relationship and there is a lot of self reflection as they address their feelings (one of which is a MC coming to terms with being bisexual, the other a fear of relationships). The inner monologues as they process there feelings were well done. But because it packs in so many "lessons" and still tries to develop the characters (which the author does manage to do reasonably well), some scenes - both spicy and not - are left feeling a bit short changed. There are probably a dozen various spicy scenes of varying degrees ranging from several pages to fade to black.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol
dwoht's review
funny
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
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? No
4.0
i was actually surprised i rated this as 4 stars, but here we are.
this is a romcom disguised as a sexy book, and i love every second of it! it was sexy as hell and also funny. the main characters are so adorable and the progression of their relationship is so natural. they had me swooning and giggling. they have some of the tropes that i like. plus points that there's no miscommunication trope! it was so cute. they are so cute.
something that i didn't like about this is where the grandma is always mentioned. like i get it she's part of the entire plot but it's kinda weird. nathalie too is kinda weird. those two characters didn't stop me from liking the book obviously, but they made me cringe and feel weird. whatever.
don't let the sypnosis and the book title/cover stop you from reading this book!! i truly enjoyed reading it. it's a short and sweet sexy delight.
this is a romcom disguised as a sexy book, and i love every second of it! it was sexy as hell and also funny. the main characters are so adorable and the progression of their relationship is so natural. they had me swooning and giggling. they have some of the tropes that i like. plus points that there's no miscommunication trope! it was so cute. they are so cute.
something that i didn't like about this is where the grandma is always mentioned. like i get it she's part of the entire plot but it's kinda weird. nathalie too is kinda weird. those two characters didn't stop me from liking the book obviously, but they made me cringe and feel weird. whatever.
don't let the sypnosis and the book title/cover stop you from reading this book!! i truly enjoyed reading it. it's a short and sweet sexy delight.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol and Sexual content
kaynova's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I enjoyed Annalise's journey about her sexuality and discovering how to have fun in sex, not just with women but with herself. Brinley and Annalise's friendship was very natural and flowed well that by Chapter 7, I was like these girls will get together. What keeps my ranking so high is that there's no third act breakup or miscommunication; they are direct about their feelings when the occasion arises. To me, what falls short or what bothered me a little bit, was the author's tendencies for breaking the fourth wall a lot of the times about tropes or books (I am all for self inserting yourself, do you, babe!) and that the smut scenes fell short at times though there's A LOT of them. Sometimes I couldn't feel the tension between them during sexy times, but when they're were just flirting or working themselves up to the main event, I can see and feel the chemistry between the two. Also, Annalise's grandma and Nathalie were overstepping at times and I get some people like that with friends, but it threw me off at times. There was a moment where I was like how y'all not going to accept no when Annalise wanted to just have sexy fun times with Brinley and continue with Wine Wednesday. Again, that's a personal thing to me, but I can see others enjoying that dynamic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
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