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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
melethwi's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.5
I wanted to like this book so badly!! The premise was so interesting and the inclusion of the "syllabus" at the beginning of the book was a major draw. Unfortunately, finishing this book was a sheer test of will. I ended up not reducing this to a one-star review because I believe in lesbian solidarity.
-1 star for the lack of editing: Not sure if it was just me, but my edition was riddled with typos, random spaces where there shouldn't be spaces, and punctuation errors.
-0.5 star for the names: I am genuinely sorry but the main character being named Brinley pulled me out of the scenes entirely. Also, Grandma was the best character, but why did she have no name? There was one point where about 4 sentences (almost in a row) were essentially "Annalise's grandma did XYZ." Also the name of the app. IYKYK.
-0.5 star for Brinley's "chode toe" and how they kept bringing it up. Please, I'm begging. Put the toe away.
-0.5 star for Brinley praising Erica Lee's writing and saying she would recommend all of her books to anyone. Had to close the book out and do a double take. Yes, the author plugged her own books in this book. Brinley... I am going to have to politely disagree with you on this one.
The exact quote, if you're curious: "This is a good one to start with. Erica Lee is great. I would recommend every single one of her books to absolutely anybody." Brinley then goes on to say that the contents of one of Erica's books are stupid. Please. What is the truth.
-1 star for the writing in general. Personally, I really did not find this book funny at all. The writing was clunky at best and the MCs had no chemistry except that they're both apparently the sexiest women alive. The characters kept repeating the same phrases over and over (I am once again genuinely sorry BUT... it's the MCAT, not the "MCATs." You would think the author would realize this when she Googled average MCAT scores for prestigious medical schools in Pennsylvania so that she could relay this information to us. )
Total: 1.5 stars.
Erica Lee, I'm so sorry. I really wanted to like this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol
Moderate: Cancer
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