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emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
This was a solid quick read. I don’t like watching movies or shows based on books without reading the book, and when the Netflix trailer intrigued me, I added this to my my TBR pile. The book takes place at the height of BlackBerrys and Obama as President. I found Ingrid relatable as a BIPOC woman who feels the weight of the world on her. Her inner reflections and dialogue hit home. I am not in the least surprised that she found such a white man club in her law firm, but knowing she had allies helped. Ingrid is the center of the story and it’s more about her growth and understanding that despite being 99.9% perfect and an achiever at work… you cannot combat and win against the corporate in crowd that made this story more informative than a fantasy. As a BIPOC woman, this book was a reminder of what I face, not an escape, but seeing a character get her much deserved happy ending, one she created for herself was refreshing.
The Netflix trailer shows much more romance than what is in the book. The romance is subtle but it is used as a way to drive the plot forward and truly, I was happy it was not the center of Ingrid’s story. The twists are both predictable and surprising and made the story seem believable. Yes, her not getting partner was obvious and honestly needed for Ingrid’s character to grow. That Murphy betrayed her with the document… that was a twist. I knew he had stirred up the feels and was jealous, but I had Addler pegged as the one who sabotaged her. The way Ingrid sets up her own practice and steals the client… brilliant if not too cutesy and red ribbon wrapped, but it’s a story… it needed that win. Overall, nice read, but if you are here due to the Netflix trailer, expect the book to be less cutesy and more real life.
The Netflix trailer shows much more romance than what is in the book. The romance is subtle but it is used as a way to drive the plot forward and truly, I was happy it was not the center of Ingrid’s story. The twists are both predictable and surprising and made the story seem believable.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Cursing, Gaslighting, Racial slurs, Cultural appropriation, Racism, Sexual harassment, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Alcohol
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