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bujo_bellel's review
- 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
4.5
Graphic: Medical content, Grief, and Chronic illness
Moderate: Sexual content and Death
Minor: Abandonment, Pregnancy, and Child death
savannahsshelf's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
This being a debut is wild like I can’t wait to read more from this author!!
Moderate: Death and Grief
binevolentbookworm's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
Amerie and Vincent were a perfect balance for each other, in both their cute and messy moments, and i loved seeing their fake dating for convenience to real dating, because they’re meant for each other, unfold. the characterization Easton put into her leads was so thoughtful - especially in writing about dealing with the long term effects of grief and the representation of being close to someone with a chronic illness. incorporating these realities really made both of the leads and their hesitancies of commitment feel real.
there were two moments that felt wildly out of character for the protagonist (hence the sprinkle of WTF) which jarred me a bit out of the overall story, but i’d happily pick up another Etta Easton book. she writes books for the serious girls, and i think anyone who enjoyed Book Lovers by Henry would find some love in their hearts for Amerie.
Minor: Death and Chronic illness
aqtbenz's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Moderate: Chronic illness
Minor: Death
booklovinmamas's review against another edition
- 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
4.0
🚀Fake Dating
🚀Forced Proximity
🚀Family Drama
🚀Astronaut Hero (Cinnamon Roll Hero, too)
🚀Event Planner Heroine
🚀Slow Burn Romance
Graphic: Chronic illness and Grief
Moderate: Death
kimib79's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Cursing and Grief
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Death
boomwormbrittany's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I thought this was a really interesting story and I really enjoyed reading this book. I received this in my Afterlight subscription and I am so glad that it was included in the box.
I really felt for Amerie as someone who went through a close family member having health issues. It's heart breaking to watch them suffer and waiting for hte other shoe to drop. I could understand why she was so stand offish with people and so obsessed with making sure her mother was okay. I can understand where she was coming from but what I loved was watching Vincent really bring her out of her shell. I thought the relationship was so special and I really loved seeing ti develop and grow.
I really loved Vincent and his family as well. I liked that this book dealt with family issues on Vincent's side and seeing how they worked though them. It was great seeing how Amerie helped to try to resolve those issues and seeing them grow closer together.
Overall, if you are looking for a really great romance that's a quick read about family and love and learning to live the life you want, definitely pick up this book.
Moderate: Chronic illness
Minor: Death
atreegrowsinbooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I instantly loved the chemistry between Mimi and Vincent. It felt very real and kind of reminded me of Janine and Gregory’s chemistry from Abbott Elementary. The slow burn was 🔥
I think fake dating can be a trope that is difficult to come off as believable. And in this case, the reasonings actually seemed plausible. Their first meeting was absolutely adorable and their continued flirting was such a great slow burn.
The 3rd act conflict wasn’t my favorite but the characters explained themselves in a way that didn’t totally make me hate it.
Loved seeing Vincent be a confident black astronaut. I don’t think I’ve read a book with astronauts before or where a character has space knowledge. I related to the characters not having confidence in themselves and being anxious in certain situations. I enjoyed that Mimi wasn’t whiny and knew what she wanted out of her career.
I’m all for characters taking chances, owning up to their mistakes, and finding love with people deserving of it.
Overall really liked this book and will look for more from Easton in the future.
Moderate: Chronic illness
Minor: Death, Terminal illness, and Grief
booknerderika's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Chronic illness, Grief, and Medical content
Moderate: Death and Sexual content
bookfortbuilder's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Medical content, Grief, and Chronic illness
Moderate: Death
Minor: Pregnancy