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romancejunkie's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Was hoping to love this one. Unfortunately, I had a lot of hangups with this book.
- Their ages. 19 is so young for the level of kink that was involved in this book. Not that they wouldn’t know that that was something they were interested in at 19, but the level of competence portrayed by them was much older than they actually were.
- I thought the pacing was very off. There was too much focus on the sex and not enough focus on character development and relationship development, especially Lennox.
- What was the point of the Mom subplot if nothing was going to come of it? That was so incredibly frustrating!!
- The same could be said for Auden‘s family finding out. It was made to be such a huge deal through the book and then it was never shown. We got a tiny glimpse of it in a bonus scene. A *bonus scene* is not part of the book. It means, when it is removed, it does not affect the book. And in that case, the book, as it was presented, was incomplete.
- The kink in this book was absolutely not for me. It was such a major turn off to have Auden shove her on her knees and tell her to suck his cock. I am not a fan of degradation in any form. For me, that made the majority of this book cringeworthy. When I’m reading a book with sex in it, I generally like to enjoy the sex. That wasn’t the case with this book.
- Third person POV did not work for me in this instance. It felt like a very odd choice, especially for new adult.
- This narrator was not it. She spoke … in the … most … stilted … way.
- Finally, I would have killed for a single normal name. I got them all confused, especially in third person, and especially in audio.
mistysreads's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book I could absolutely not put it down. I think I've read it three times now and I still love it. This book was emotional, HOTTT, tender, and such a great read. I loved how sensitive moments between the main characters were treated as such and they each took the time to really make sure they were comfortable in the relationship. You really become entrenched with these characters and you cannot help but root for them. O'Neal came from such an intensely religious family she really had to find herself and it was fun to watch her come into herself. I was sad to see what her grand-parents did but I was go glad she had her adopted family to help her. You can always count on a good read when you pick up a Roni Loren book and Good Girl Fail is no different.
Received ARC in exchange for voluntary honest review
Received ARC in exchange for voluntary honest review
jillmlong's review against another edition
1.0
The narrator did a great job. Other than that this book wasn't for me. Not much character development. I couldn't stand hearing the word "kink" one more time. It made me cringe.
wheelyweird's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
meganh10's review against another edition
adventurous
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? No
4.0
ameliesreading's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
illstoptheworldandreadwithyou's review against another edition
4.0
Roni Loren is not messing around with this one, y’all.
In Good Girl Fail, a sheltered girl breaks free from the constrictions and restrictions she grew up under.
O’Neal Lory was raised by exceedingly strict grandparents; missteps were not allowed while she was growing up. But when it’s time for her to head off to college, O’Neal chooses a school for herself, and her grandparents do not approve.
Auden Blake is O’Neal’s best friend’s older brother. He’s shown one face to all the people at home in their small town, but here at college with his roommate, Lennox, his different proclivities come through. Auden knows that he should stay away from O’Neal—especially since she harbored a crush for him while they were growing up—but when his mother asks him to look out for her at school, he knows he can’t stay away.
Because O’Neal has been so sheltered, she doesn’t know how to act or react in many college level situations. She didn’t have a metaphorical training wheel stage for dating and social interaction in high school. And so she asks Auden to teach her.
I devoured this one. I loved watching O’Neal come into her own; her friendship grow with her awesome roommate, Quyen; and the emotional bonds develop between O’Neal, Auden, and Lennox. I loved watching how everything impacts Auden—how he is emotionally involved even though he’s trying to deny it. And Lennox. Oh, Lennox. He both tugged at my heartstrings and made me swoon.
Be aware that this is a MMF relationship, and it brings the heat even before the three see any physical action on page. And things do get hot, y’all. I especially appreciated the sincere—not at all awkward or contrived—discussions of consent. But this relationship is not strictly physical: we see love and support there, too. The three truly understand and connect with each other. The book takes on shame and stigma and shows you the loving relationship behind something considered taboo.
I received an advance copy from the author. All review opinions are my own.
In Good Girl Fail, a sheltered girl breaks free from the constrictions and restrictions she grew up under.
O’Neal Lory was raised by exceedingly strict grandparents; missteps were not allowed while she was growing up. But when it’s time for her to head off to college, O’Neal chooses a school for herself, and her grandparents do not approve.
Auden Blake is O’Neal’s best friend’s older brother. He’s shown one face to all the people at home in their small town, but here at college with his roommate, Lennox, his different proclivities come through. Auden knows that he should stay away from O’Neal—especially since she harbored a crush for him while they were growing up—but when his mother asks him to look out for her at school, he knows he can’t stay away.
Because O’Neal has been so sheltered, she doesn’t know how to act or react in many college level situations. She didn’t have a metaphorical training wheel stage for dating and social interaction in high school. And so she asks Auden to teach her.
I devoured this one. I loved watching O’Neal come into her own; her friendship grow with her awesome roommate, Quyen; and the emotional bonds develop between O’Neal, Auden, and Lennox. I loved watching how everything impacts Auden—how he is emotionally involved even though he’s trying to deny it. And Lennox. Oh, Lennox. He both tugged at my heartstrings and made me swoon.
Be aware that this is a MMF relationship, and it brings the heat even before the three see any physical action on page. And things do get hot, y’all. I especially appreciated the sincere—not at all awkward or contrived—discussions of consent. But this relationship is not strictly physical: we see love and support there, too. The three truly understand and connect with each other. The book takes on shame and stigma and shows you the loving relationship behind something considered taboo.
I received an advance copy from the author. All review opinions are my own.
readingwithjessica_w's review against another edition
4.0
Not for the faint of heart, Good Girl Fail is a polyamorous romance that leans toward erotica. Definitely a pearl-clutcher for those expecting the love scenes to be glossed over, this story follows O’Neal from her sheltered high school life to her enrollment in a secular college. O’Neal has had a longtime crush on her best friend’s brother, Auden, and unbeknownst to her, he has carried a torch for her as well. When O’Neal finds herself needing a rescue from a drunken frat party, Auden quickly comes to her aid. But he’s not alone…and his roommate Lennox is more than happy to drive them home.
This is not your run of the mill smut, but instead is well crafted intentional writing. Roni Loren takes care of her readers, giving them juicy sex scenes coupled with a plot worth reading. There is so much forethought into how these characters take care of each other; what could have easily been two creepy college students coercing a young co-ed, comes off surprisingly as O’Neal’s idea. To aid with that, Samantha Summers does an EXCELLENT job of narrating. She voices O’Neal, Auden, and Lennox perfectly and coupled with Loren’s dialogue, it never felt cringey or forced. Summers has the gift of knowing when to drop her register to a bare whisper or use pacing to make the listener engaged. She also can voice those very spicy scenes with conviction!
This is not your run of the mill smut, but instead is well crafted intentional writing. Roni Loren takes care of her readers, giving them juicy sex scenes coupled with a plot worth reading. There is so much forethought into how these characters take care of each other; what could have easily been two creepy college students coercing a young co-ed, comes off surprisingly as O’Neal’s idea. To aid with that, Samantha Summers does an EXCELLENT job of narrating. She voices O’Neal, Auden, and Lennox perfectly and coupled with Loren’s dialogue, it never felt cringey or forced. Summers has the gift of knowing when to drop her register to a bare whisper or use pacing to make the listener engaged. She also can voice those very spicy scenes with conviction!
secretskeeper's review against another edition
4.0
A good girl. Raised in a strict religious household, O'Neal was curious about the world in front of her as she entered the college of her choice. With an old friend from back home, she was guided and "taught" the bounds of college life, what to expect and what should be unexpected.
She's eager to find out what life has to offer behind the confines of what she was taught was acceptable and she wants the first boy she kissed to be the one to show her. Little does she know that the world isn't black and white all the time. There's grey areas in everything.
This was my first read by Loren and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. I listened to the audiobook and it was a steamy, attention holding, clever ride with a happy ending. Who doesnt like happy endings?
Thanks to Netgalley and Dreamscapes Media for the great listening experience!
She's eager to find out what life has to offer behind the confines of what she was taught was acceptable and she wants the first boy she kissed to be the one to show her. Little does she know that the world isn't black and white all the time. There's grey areas in everything.
This was my first read by Loren and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. I listened to the audiobook and it was a steamy, attention holding, clever ride with a happy ending. Who doesnt like happy endings?
Thanks to Netgalley and Dreamscapes Media for the great listening experience!