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3.6 AVERAGE
3.6 AVERAGE
I’m really disappointed, since I’m a big fan of Gi’s vlog. I was originally just going to leave a 2-3 star review, because this book was fine. The opening was actually very very good and sweet, but this book ends up falling into victim blaming towards male victims of sexual assault.
The climax of Sophie and Billy’s story comes when Billy is sexually assaulted by his female costar. She forces a kiss on him and paws at his crotch without his consent. This is treated by Sophie and the narrative, as if he actively chose to cheat on Sophie. Something that he has to apologise for.
I’m really disappointed in Gi.
I’m really disappointed in Gi.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
Let me just flat out say that this book was incredibly cheesy. And not even in a good way! I was incredibly excited to get a copy of this, but I am extremely disappointed! There was no substance in this book at all.
Most importantly, there was no chemistry between Billy and Sophie. The author just chucked them out there, expecting us to work out their relationship, without even making an effort to make it work. Despite all the I love yous and I need yous being thrown around, it just didn't work. And why did it not work? Because the author did not build up to it. She just made them fall magically in love.
And don't even get me started on Billy. His lines were so cheesy it was nauseating. I felt like I was reading fanfiction. (No offense, I know there are some good ones out there. I've definitely read a lot better than this published book.) Everything was so mediocre.
I do apologize to the author. My review may seem harsh. But I was so excited for this book that I am a little mad it wasn't any good.
Most importantly, there was no chemistry between Billy and Sophie. The author just chucked them out there, expecting us to work out their relationship, without even making an effort to make it work. Despite all the I love yous and I need yous being thrown around, it just didn't work. And why did it not work? Because the author did not build up to it. She just made them fall magically in love.
And don't even get me started on Billy. His lines were so cheesy it was nauseating. I felt like I was reading fanfiction. (No offense, I know there are some good ones out there. I've definitely read a lot better than this published book.) Everything was so mediocre.
I do apologize to the author. My review may seem harsh. But I was so excited for this book that I am a little mad it wasn't any good.
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
There's no doubt that I expected a lot from Giovanna. I love her sister in law, Carrie and she constantly raved about it. Knowing she loves books I thought that it wouldn't be so biased, but it definitely was.
There were mistakes everywhere and the characters annoyed the hell out of me. She (can't remember the name) constantly moaned and was so immature. Billy was a twat! end of!
Wouldn't recommend if you want good Chick Lit.
There were mistakes everywhere and the characters annoyed the hell out of me. She (can't remember the name) constantly moaned and was so immature. Billy was a twat! end of!
Wouldn't recommend if you want good Chick Lit.
I'm not going to lie, I expected a whole lot more from this book, but still I got engrossed and ending up staying up to finish it. I felt it was rushed a little and it felt more like reading a fanfiction but it had romance and I'm a sucker for romance!
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
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:
Complicated