Reviews

Hate to Want You by Alisha Rai

steph01924's review

4.0

Enjoyed it a lot, though Nicholas was such a weeny for so long. Also would've liked a bit more resolution on some things, although I just now realized the next books are about the other people in their families, so I'm not as miffed. Also, everyone needs an Aunt Maile.

amlibera's review

3.0

Strong contemporary romance with a dynamic couple at its center and a larger complex family situation with multiple layers.

jackiehorne's review

4.0

Lots of intensity and feels in this Romeo & Juliet feuding families/lovers torn apart as youngsters romance. Not quite as much on the character front as I usually like, but the BIG FEELS make up for the loss. And an interesting thread about mental health issues, too, and how decisions about self-care play into one's romantic choices.

freckleduck's review

4.0

So good! I loved the characters and the story and the slow unfolding. I did find at times the writing felt clunky and I had to reread to ensure clarity.

ohkassreads's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

betseywj's review

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

deniseneutel's review

emotional hopeful inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

sarahanne8382's review

5.0

Wow, this was everything I'd hoped it would be.

Romeo and Juliet set up with sensitively portrayed and diverse characters and lots of steamy scenes.

Also, because I'm playing way too much Puzzles and Empires lately, I picture Sharan when I'm reading about Livvy.

fanoora's review against another edition

emotional hopeful medium-paced

• 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

3.5

jemms's review against another edition

emotional 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

3.5

3.5 ⭐, 3.5 🌶️

Characters: 1
Plot: 0.75
Pacing: 0.25
Writing style: 0.5
Vibes: 1

A tale of family drama and what it takes to heal and love despite it.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Mental illness and Sexual content

Moderate: Suicidal thoughts