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abbypeekreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Sexual content and Blood
reinik's review against another edition
- 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
4.75
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Confinement, Cursing, Blood, and Kidnapping
Minor: Death, Sexism, and Alcohol
kaiyakaiyo's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
the sex scene wasn’t that spicy, ive read hotter from virgins on ao3.
the vampire bit was kinda cool but it gave watered-down volturi vibes.
anyways, none of this was for me, but a person looking for tropey, easy cishet romance with a halloween twist might! no shame just really not my jam
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Forced institutionalization, Blood, and Kidnapping
yarisbooksandbevs's review against another edition
- 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
3.5
I really liked Frederick. He was adorable and charming and loveable. Cassie, I went back and forth with. I found that sometimes she acted immature for her age (30s) and other times she was a bit cringey. The sex scene wasn’t bad but also not the best thing I’ve ever read.
Overa lol, the story is cute and adorable a light palette cleanser for fall, but I think it could’ve done more. Have the characters get to know each other more? Talk about something other than his hotness? Lol I just needed more.
Graphic: Cursing, Sexual content, and Blood
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Confinement and Alcohol
randimcphee's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
I don’t recommend.
The vampire lore didn’t make sense. The whole point is that Frederick has been asleep for 100 years, but every other vampire is just as clueless about the modern world. And why bring up hunters to never mention them again? And Frederick says he’s been asleep for 100
years, which would’ve put him asleep in about the 1920s, but he knows NOTHING past like 1899. How? The timeline doesn’t make sense. I just don’t get it. Ah. And the ENDING? Saving the day with a fake TikTok? This book itself is going to age poorly.
Also, maybe it’s just me being stupid, but the spicy scene came out of nowhere for me. Wasn’t expecting that!
Graphic: Sexual content and Blood
bedtimesandbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Graphic: Sexual content and Blood
ell_n's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Blood
tianabooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
4.25
"Over the past two weeks I've discovered that in this city of millions, you are one of a kind."
This was such a cute and entertaining read! It's ideal if you want to go for a cozy Halloween read or even if you want a funny romcom.
The characters are truly lovable. I loved reading not only about Cassie and Frederick but also about the people around them - Reginald being the icon that he is gave us some of the funniest, laugh-out-loud moments. Frederick being the vampire version of Mr Darcy was not something I knew I needed but I'm so glad I got. He started as clueless about modern society and the modern human world and, by the end of the book, had managed to learn so much while still maintaining his unique personality.
I loved Cassie's determination and passion for all the things she loves and the way she went all out for those she cares about. She handles things quite rationally all things considered and I loved how independent she was.
I think what this book did well, especially following certain revelations, is that it was clear that Cassie's right to make informed decisions and the way she would proceed with them was entirely up to her. Until the very end, it's her choice. Which yes bare minimum, but I loved that.
"I will see you at home eventually. With saucepans."
I have SO MANY favourite scenes, between the shopping trip and the social media training or the post-its and letters (p.s. how dare you attack me with THAT letter moment). However, the saucepan texts were iconic, I was laughing throughout that entire exchange. As well as all texts between Frederick and Reggie.
The only reason why I didn't give this 5 stars was that towards the ending, things got slightly over-the-top for me personally. At least given the tone of the story until that point.
P.S. 2: You're telling me we're getting Reginald's book next??? YES PLEASE.
Moderate: Sexual content and Blood
foamyrobin's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Kidnapping
shellbell_04's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Sexual content and Blood