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lmcarr0314's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-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? Yes
4.0
I liked this book. I enjoyed the plot and it gives hallmark movie vibes ( I love Hallmark Movies periodically). I also enjoyed bits and pieces about how nothing but literary masterpieces were published by Pennington Publishing. A solid four star in my opinion, it did it’s job i enjoyed it and it makes me want to read more of the author
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Body shaming, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Infidelity and Eating disorder
Minor: Death of parent
janicew9's review
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? It's complicated
4.0
100% predictable, and I gobbled up every word
Content Warnings
Minor: Eating disorder
erinkt1023's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Infidelity, and Body shaming
Minor: Death of parent
thewellbitch's review against another edition
lighthearted
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? Yes
2.0
The definition of meh. Thankfully it was a quick listen. I can see how some people may enjoy this but I found it ironic that the protagonist writing a book got very specific feedback about how to make her manuscript better that would have benefited this actual book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder
fivecatsinacoat's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced review copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
This was a cute, closed-door romance set in the world of a small publisher. The environment of the publishing house was really interesting to me and I wish the story focused more on that aspect than the really random and unnecessary aspect of fatphobia and body shaming that the two sisters focused on throughout the "fitness" challenge. The family toxicity also really threw me off and they all really need a lot of therapy.
The romance was paced well, even though the male MC did feel a little stalky in the beginning, always showing up where she was and popping in to take her places, even though he's her boss.
This was a cute, closed-door romance set in the world of a small publisher. The environment of the publishing house was really interesting to me and I wish the story focused more on that aspect than the really random and unnecessary aspect of fatphobia and body shaming that the two sisters focused on throughout the "fitness" challenge. The family toxicity also really threw me off and they all really need a lot of therapy.
The romance was paced well, even though the male MC did feel a little stalky in the beginning, always showing up where she was and popping in to take her places, even though he's her boss.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder, Bullying, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Infidelity, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Death of parent and Sexual harassment
anntharai's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-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
3.75
Is it silly and frivolous and all those things people say about contemporary romance and entertainment fiction? Yes, but that's kind of the point - and it's done enjoyably.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Infidelity, Body shaming, and Eating disorder
bookcasey's review against another edition
lighthearted
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
If you enjoy books about books like Emily Henry’s Beach Read or Book Lovers, this is another one to add to your TBR.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Fatphobia and Infidelity
Minor: Eating disorder and Death of parent
The fatphobia and eating disorder elements primarily appear under the guise of “wellness” and pressure to exercise.decameters's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Eating disorder, Fatphobia, and Body shaming
Minor: Pregnancy
karolinaz's review
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Body shaming, Gaslighting, Infidelity, Bullying, and Eating disorder
meg_'s review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Cute, easy to read, and fast paced. The overall premise was adorable, albeit aggressively predictable in regards to how it all ends up playing out. It definitely wasn't my favorite, but I still found it enjoyable and would recommend it to others.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder