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reading_with_2_book_lovers's review against another edition
5.0
I read this thru the team player anthology and loved this story so much.
booksandcoffee415's review against another edition
5.0
As usual, Emma Scott does it again!
This is the first book I've read that takes place in the "past" - 1970. While reading this story, it really does take you back to that time and the writing really makes you feel like you are there. I love the way that Janey & Adrien meet, it's almost like it was meant to be. I love all the characters as they all play a part that seems crucial to the overall story. Though it is on the shorter side, it contains a lot of detail & of course a happy ending ;) You will not be disappointed when reading this story.
This is the first book I've read that takes place in the "past" - 1970. While reading this story, it really does take you back to that time and the writing really makes you feel like you are there. I love the way that Janey & Adrien meet, it's almost like it was meant to be. I love all the characters as they all play a part that seems crucial to the overall story. Though it is on the shorter side, it contains a lot of detail & of course a happy ending ;) You will not be disappointed when reading this story.
ravneetkaur's review against another edition
3.0
I was in the mood to read a good football romance (When I say football, I mean it in the European sense) and after going through a lot of goodreads recommendations, I decided to read One Good Man.
It was a sweet and interesting novella. Very short and quick to read but not lacking in emotions or storyline. The characters were well written and the story had a certain charm. Set in the Paris of 1970s, it follows Janey who has been sent there from America by her father to keep her away from the violent situations at home due to protests. She is a journalist and aspires to prove herself in the field but her first assignment includes interviewing the hotshot jock from the local football team, Adrien Rousseau. She thinks she's gonna find a playboy jock but instead is surprised to find there is more to him than what actually meets the eye. Before long, she realises that there might be a bigger story here for her than she had initially thought. Adrien has a lot of heartbreaking secrets that he has been keeping from those around him and he's unable to divulge those secrets or desires to anyone until Janey. She sees him for not only who he is but also for who he wants to be.
I loved the novella. It was really enjoyable and felt like something I would love to read in the holidays.
It was a sweet and interesting novella. Very short and quick to read but not lacking in emotions or storyline. The characters were well written and the story had a certain charm. Set in the Paris of 1970s, it follows Janey who has been sent there from America by her father to keep her away from the violent situations at home due to protests. She is a journalist and aspires to prove herself in the field but her first assignment includes interviewing the hotshot jock from the local football team, Adrien Rousseau. She thinks she's gonna find a playboy jock but instead is surprised to find there is more to him than what actually meets the eye. Before long, she realises that there might be a bigger story here for her than she had initially thought. Adrien has a lot of heartbreaking secrets that he has been keeping from those around him and he's unable to divulge those secrets or desires to anyone until Janey. She sees him for not only who he is but also for who he wants to be.
I loved the novella. It was really enjoyable and felt like something I would love to read in the holidays.
angiewell's review
4.0
I normally don't give novella's more than 3 stars. But once again Emma Scott knocked it out of the park. I wanted more but also felt that this story was just the right length. Loved it.
emjayae149's review against another edition
5.0
“…and I knew, in that moment, the greatest story of my life was about to begin.”
Janey Martin is sick of being held back in her pursuit of truth through journalism. Unfortunately for her, her father still pulls many strings, and Janey is sent to Paris, France to complete her college education.
On arrival, Janey is dismayed to find that again she is given fluff pieces to write about, starting with interviewing Adrian Rousseau; talented football (soccer) player whose star is on the rise. Worse, when they first meet, she is attracted to him. Can she get anymore stereotypical?
It’s not long before that Jane realises the surface Adrien and the real one are very different people. The more time they spend together, the more obvious it is to Janey that football is not where Adrien’s heart lies.
One Good Man is a complete story. It’s slow burn. And I have no idea how Emma Scott fit everything into this short length. There were many layers, each one peeling after the other until we get to the core truth.
The 1970 setting in Paris, France, framed by the impact of several wars is an unusual choice but it fits. We see the impact of wars on several generations. We visit a city nearly 50 years in the past, one that is similar yet so different to the one today. We get to live through a time when attitudes about life and people’s place in it are firmly set and very different to today’s mindset. Ultimately we get a beautiful love story between two people who are driven to do great things in this world.
Review first posted in [b:Team Player|37539470|Team Player|Adriana Locke|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1513304208s/37539470.jpg|58174269]
Janey Martin is sick of being held back in her pursuit of truth through journalism. Unfortunately for her, her father still pulls many strings, and Janey is sent to Paris, France to complete her college education.
On arrival, Janey is dismayed to find that again she is given fluff pieces to write about, starting with interviewing Adrian Rousseau; talented football (soccer) player whose star is on the rise. Worse, when they first meet, she is attracted to him. Can she get anymore stereotypical?
It’s not long before that Jane realises the surface Adrien and the real one are very different people. The more time they spend together, the more obvious it is to Janey that football is not where Adrien’s heart lies.
One Good Man is a complete story. It’s slow burn. And I have no idea how Emma Scott fit everything into this short length. There were many layers, each one peeling after the other until we get to the core truth.
The 1970 setting in Paris, France, framed by the impact of several wars is an unusual choice but it fits. We see the impact of wars on several generations. We visit a city nearly 50 years in the past, one that is similar yet so different to the one today. We get to live through a time when attitudes about life and people’s place in it are firmly set and very different to today’s mindset. Ultimately we get a beautiful love story between two people who are driven to do great things in this world.
Review first posted in [b:Team Player|37539470|Team Player|Adriana Locke|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1513304208s/37539470.jpg|58174269]
carey's review against another edition
4.0
This was a well written short read. I enjoyed the characters and the story told was a good one. I only wish we had gotten to know more of Paris and the characters. It was just a bit too short for me.
jamietherebelliousreader's review against another edition
5.0
”Sometimes it’s the smaller stories that have the greatest impact.”
5 stars. Such a sweet and heartwarming story. It’s a novella but Emma Scott manages to pack so much heart and depth into it. I’m amazed. I finished this with the biggest smile on my face.
The writing is absolutely beautiful. It’s set in France in 1970 and the author does a great job setting the tone and the scenery. Her descriptions are lush and vivid and really makes the story come to life. The characters are fully developed and their relationship was so romantic.
Janey is a very head strong, take no nonsense, journalist. I adored her character. She was driven and funny and even though at first she’s very closed off to Adrien, watching her let her guard down towards him was great. Keep in mind that since this is a novella, the relationship moves really fast but it honestly didn’t bother me because it was done really well.
Adrien broke my heart. His situation was tough and emotional. He had a lot of pressure on his shoulders but he’s such a sweet and kind hearted character. I loved him so much. He was very sweet towards Janey right from the start and I think they brought out the best in each other. I also liked his family, especially his sister, Sophie who has Cerebral Palsy. She was great and I wanted more of her.
Overall, I can definitely see myself re-reading this when I need a pick me up because while it has those emotional moments it’s still a really sweet and romantic read.
5 stars. Such a sweet and heartwarming story. It’s a novella but Emma Scott manages to pack so much heart and depth into it. I’m amazed. I finished this with the biggest smile on my face.
The writing is absolutely beautiful. It’s set in France in 1970 and the author does a great job setting the tone and the scenery. Her descriptions are lush and vivid and really makes the story come to life. The characters are fully developed and their relationship was so romantic.
Janey is a very head strong, take no nonsense, journalist. I adored her character. She was driven and funny and even though at first she’s very closed off to Adrien, watching her let her guard down towards him was great. Keep in mind that since this is a novella, the relationship moves really fast but it honestly didn’t bother me because it was done really well.
Adrien broke my heart. His situation was tough and emotional. He had a lot of pressure on his shoulders but he’s such a sweet and kind hearted character. I loved him so much. He was very sweet towards Janey right from the start and I think they brought out the best in each other. I also liked his family, especially his sister, Sophie who has Cerebral Palsy. She was great and I wanted more of her.
Overall, I can definitely see myself re-reading this when I need a pick me up because while it has those emotional moments it’s still a really sweet and romantic read.
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