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kyeruhh's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I was so excited to read this based on the fact it was set around a ren faire, and the setting definitely lived up to what I wanted. I thought the ren faire of it all was really fun and I enjoyed the fact that Simon was a stickler for historical accuracy. That said, I didn’t really love any of the characters and the relationship moved both very slowly (at the start) and very quickly (at the end). It was also single POV and I thought that Emily was just a bit…thick? Like everything said to her went in one ear and out the other? So that left me a bit frustrated as the reader. Overall, enjoyable enough but not sure I’ll pick up the rest of the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail
bexi's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
The heroine was kind of dense. The hero was a butthead. They both needed therapy.
Also,WOOING SHOULD TAKE MORE THAN ONE DAY! ✋️😭
But it was cute, I guess?? It kept me entertained 🤷♀️
Also,
But it was cute, I guess?? It kept me entertained 🤷♀️
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Death, Grief, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Abandonment, Car accident, and Body shaming
jadehusdanhicks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.25
An amazing read, this book encompasses a ren faire love story, growing closer to family , and rewriting experiences with trust after shitty experiences.
I really loved this book. Especially with how books and Shakespeare were a running theme due to the two romantic mcs being Shakespeare nerds.
One of my fave lines is repeated a few times in the book and is one I will always hold near and dear to my heart.
A wonderful read, especially as I’m reading it now as much of it is set in summer through to august so I felt fully involved in it as I Read on
I really loved this book. Especially with how books and Shakespeare were a running theme due to the two romantic mcs being Shakespeare nerds.
One of my fave lines is repeated a few times in the book and is one I will always hold near and dear to my heart.
A wonderful read, especially as I’m reading it now as much of it is set in summer through to august so I felt fully involved in it as I Read on
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Alcohol, Death, Cancer, Medical content, Terminal illness, and Grief
kshertz's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Any book you read in a day and think about all throughout your day is a 5 star book. I was completely in love with Simon the pirate, making a play for the new girl. His persona in leather pants. Plus Mitch in the kilt ? I fell in love with basically every character in this small town and my heart soared with this couples every interaction. Plus it wasn’t predictable. I went out and bought the other two books immediately. If you like romance books at all, you will love this series. Amazing writing. I’m officially sucked in.
Content Warnings
Minor: Car accident, Sexual content, and Injury/Injury detail
karlisimp's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was a cute read, if not a little cringy at points. The characters had good depth to them and didn’t experience instant love. Will definitely be reading the series.
Content Warnings
Minor: Car accident, Death, and Injury/Injury detail
quasinaut's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Fun -- though predictable -- romance. Who doesn't love Ren faires and hot English teachers?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Toxic relationship
frantically's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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
3.5
tw: unnecessary corset hatred
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Cancer, Alcohol, and Car accident
chrisljm's review
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Car accident, and Death
blackveilbeccy's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
This was adorable. It took me a little to get into it, but once it got going I was sucked in. I loved all the characters - the protagonist, the love interest and the glorious array of supportive, fleshed-out side characters. Just lovely.
It wasn’t overly fluffy, and dealt with heavy themes amidst the romance. As per usual I skimmed theexplicit sexual content as that is really, REALLY not my thing. The dynamic of the romance was wonderful though and I loved how both characters had growth both in the context of the relationship as well as personally. Looking forward to reading the rest of the series!
It wasn’t overly fluffy, and dealt with heavy themes amidst the romance. As per usual I skimmed the
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Car accident, Death, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cancer, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, and Medical content
Minor: Alcohol, Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, Emotional abuse, and Sexual harassment
sami_leigh's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
4.5
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5
🌶️🌶️.5/5
🌶️🌶️.5/5
“I don’t think you’ve ever been wooed. Have you? . . . Courted. Swept off your feet. Had someone show you how you make him feel.”
“I…can’t say that I have.” That was an understatement.
“Then brace yourself.” He straightened up and backed away from me a step or two. “I’m going to woo your ass off.”
📜 First person POV (Emily)
📜 Enemies-to-lovers
📜 Small town vibes
📜 Forced Proximity
📜 Renaissance Faire
📜 Slow burn 🔥
📜 Banter (mostly surrounding classic literature 🙌🏻)
📜 In character for Ren Faire! (The new woman to town & the teacher become the bar wench & the pirate 🏴☠️😍)
📜 Growth in the MCs; past relationships and trauma are worked through
📜 Well established side characters; found family & bonds formed with existing family unit
⚠️ Car accident (in the past), injury/ injury detail, death of a sibling (in the past), cancer, toxic relationship (in the past).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Cancer and Death
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Toxic relationship, and Car accident
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