Reviews - The Charm Offensive

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The Charm Offensive

Alison Cochrun

4.19 AVERAGE

essjay's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH: 7%

A woman was "blond" on one page, another woman was "blonde" on the next. I understand it's a needlessly gendered word, but at least be consistent?

milee's review against another edition

4.0

v v rounded and loveable characters with a gripping and fun story. v shallow representation of desi culture and upbringing though,, i mean tikka masala mention was the only thing we got lol. wish it was more well researched and relatable and not just to tick off a poc rep quota :)

hoffstir's review against another edition

4.25

dark emotional funny reflective 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

I loved this audiobook. The character development unfolded over time peeling back each later of these individuals. I also really enjoyed each of the narrators going back and forth throughout the book. The story is a unique take on a gay romance.

ravynnator's review against another edition

3.25

emotional funny lighthearted 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

lostinthelake's review against another edition

4.0

funny lighthearted fast-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: Yes

A really interesting way to introduce themes of neurodivergence into romance, particularly queer romance. A unique foray into the reality dating show trope.

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sophc996's review against another edition

4.0

funny hopeful lighthearted 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: Yes

cute!! loooved dev and i think cochrun did a great job developing all of the characters, especially with regards to charlie's personality/appearance divide. a fun quick read, but the most unrealistic part was def that charlie has read star trek fanfic but it WASN'T kirk/spock??

jamiekm16's review against another edition

5.0

As a queer woman and an avid Bachelor viewer with depression who has read plenty of fanfic in her life, I have no choice but to think this was written specifically for me. Absolutely no notes, 5/5.