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aturner78's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this book but was annoyed with Thalia many times throughout. She was so indecisive and immature at times. I loved Alejo, but Thalia was annoying.
romanceandraindrops's review against another edition
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
4.5
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Narrators: Alexander Cendese & Stephanie Rose
4.5🌟
Well this book absolutely took me by surprise how much I loved it!
The narration was SO well done with the accents and the tension between these 2 characters! And the spice was so freaking hot!
My only little complaint was that it was a bit long & the male narrators female voice was not my favorite, but other than that I loved it!
Narrators: Alexander Cendese & Stephanie Rose
4.5🌟
Well this book absolutely took me by surprise how much I loved it!
The narration was SO well done with the accents and the tension between these 2 characters! And the spice was so freaking hot!
My only little complaint was that it was a bit long & the male narrators female voice was not my favorite, but other than that I loved it!
_alwaysreading_'s review against another edition
5.0
A love story and character's you will not forget!
Hand down my favorite from this author. I've read a lot of Karina's books and this by far is my favorite. You don't see alot of older woman younger man stories and there needs to be more! But not only that I loved reading a story with the heroine closer to my age. I read books where the ages vary it doesn't matter to me but I do enjoy when the heroines are older as well. This story was well worth the wait being though it was pushed back a couple of times but again worth the wait. It didn't feel rushed it felt complete and the chemistry between Thalia and Alejo were off the charts! Loved the side character's and getting Mateo and Vera again all of it! Please please now I need Luciano, whenever he was in a scene I just wanted more! I want to know more of his story that he mentioned to Alejo I just want a whole book of that man plus he is older I love older men just as much as the young one's. These men she creates are just so swoon worthy and passionate. If you're in the mood for something romantic that grips you this is it. Seriously this is her best yet.
Hand down my favorite from this author. I've read a lot of Karina's books and this by far is my favorite. You don't see alot of older woman younger man stories and there needs to be more! But not only that I loved reading a story with the heroine closer to my age. I read books where the ages vary it doesn't matter to me but I do enjoy when the heroines are older as well. This story was well worth the wait being though it was pushed back a couple of times but again worth the wait. It didn't feel rushed it felt complete and the chemistry between Thalia and Alejo were off the charts! Loved the side character's and getting Mateo and Vera again all of it! Please please now I need Luciano, whenever he was in a scene I just wanted more! I want to know more of his story that he mentioned to Alejo I just want a whole book of that man plus he is older I love older men just as much as the young one's. These men she creates are just so swoon worthy and passionate. If you're in the mood for something romantic that grips you this is it. Seriously this is her best yet.
suzyq436's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars
So this started off as a four-star for me. I enjoyed the angst and I felt the chemistry between the two characters. I love Alejo as a character. Alpha male, passionate and wears his heart on his sleeve. Also, soccer sports romance? Yes please!
However, once the couple ended up together, I felt the only thing that kept them going was their physical attraction to each other.
By the 60% mark, the conflict that kept them apart didn't matter anymore only to become the source of conflict once again a little later on and then only to find out that eventually the conflict could have been sorted out if someone just had the courage to speak. I found the manner in which the conflict was treated was a bit silly and I lost a little interest.
Also, this story is too long.
So this started off as a four-star for me. I enjoyed the angst and I felt the chemistry between the two characters. I love Alejo as a character. Alpha male, passionate and wears his heart on his sleeve. Also, soccer sports romance? Yes please!
However, once the couple ended up together, I felt the only thing that kept them going was their physical attraction to each other.
By the 60% mark, the conflict that kept them apart didn't matter anymore only to become the source of conflict once again a little later on and then only to find out that eventually the conflict could have been sorted out if someone just had the courage to speak. I found the manner in which the conflict was treated was a bit silly and I lost a little interest.
Also, this story is too long.
pro_'s review against another edition
did not like thalia. at all. i just feel like, if you’re choosing to go with an older character (40!!!) then atleast make them act like that. why is the 23yo boy acting more mature? i didn’t like the instal or situation, def didn’t like how thalia dealt w things.
i was hoping to see how helen’s arc would turn out, bc it was getting juicy and i had an idea but i really couldn’t deal w thalia. i saw this recommended in conjunction w MZ and honestly? i would never. kulti wasn’t my favorite but even that didn’t deserve to be done so bad.
i was hoping to see how helen’s arc would turn out, bc it was getting juicy and i had an idea but i really couldn’t deal w thalia. i saw this recommended in conjunction w MZ and honestly? i would never. kulti wasn’t my favorite but even that didn’t deserve to be done so bad.
simplykaela's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
kikkireads123's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
meganjoy92's review
3.5
I’m struggling on how to rate this. I liked it, but something just didn’t click for me with the characters. I liked the age gap and forbidden nature of their relationship and Alejo was fantastic. I think what made me struggle was the heroine. I didn’t understand why she was “friends” with the wife of one of her ex’s coworkers and then the whole “I’m breaking up with you for your own good” really annoys me in books.
the_bookish_angel's review against another edition
5.0
To read my complete thoughts on The Younger Man, check out my blog:
https://thebookangel1.blogspot.com/2020/08/book-review-younger-man-by-karina-halle.html
I love Kariana Hale!!! She is one of my favorite rommance authors. Ever since I read The Swedish Prince, I have been hooked and this book did not disappoint. If you want to read a dramatic, sweet & romantic book, then look no further!!! The Younger Man is the right book for you.
https://thebookangel1.blogspot.com/2020/08/book-review-younger-man-by-karina-halle.html
I love Kariana Hale!!! She is one of my favorite rommance authors. Ever since I read The Swedish Prince, I have been hooked and this book did not disappoint. If you want to read a dramatic, sweet & romantic book, then look no further!!! The Younger Man is the right book for you.
melissabarr44's review against another edition
5.0
I did not think i would find a book that worked it’s way into my heart the way Birthday Girl did, but this book did! Oh boy do i love this! Older woman/younger man, forbidden romance it’s AMAZING!!! I am obsessed now and need more like this! The angst, the hero being 10000000% smitten, the Spanish…ugh this is just perfection!
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TWs for loss of a child, as well as suicide.