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idasva's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
3.75
anniereads3's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
dearwarnette's review against another edition
3.0
The Assist, a college sports romance, is the first book I’ve read by Rebecca Jenshak.
But trust me, it won’t be the last. I’m already itching for the next book in the series.
I was hooked the moment I realized that the hot jock was the one tutoring the girl. It’s usually the other way around, right? Which, of course, made my need to read this story so much more.
Wes isn’t the jock like the ones you’re used to reading about. He doesn’t party hard or sleep with multiple women, and it focused more on his classes and basketball. When he wants to be, he’s actually really swoon worthy!
Blair needing help in class is the only reason she asks Wes to tutor her. With some convincing on her part he agrees.
I gotta say, this book took me by surprise. I wasn’t going in with high expectations but this story knocked me off my feet. It was everything I didn’t know I needed — a compelling storyline, swoon, humor and the best secondary characters.
This could have been a five-star read, towards the end something occurs that lowered my rating. I won’t go into great detail because of spoilers, what I will say is, Wes got off a little too easy. In my opinion, he didn’t grovel enough when he should have. And that’s all I’m going to say about that.
Other than the teeny tiny issue I had, The Assist should be on everyone’s TBR. I can’t recommend it enough. I’ll just be here impatiently waiting for Joel’s story.
But trust me, it won’t be the last. I’m already itching for the next book in the series.
I was hooked the moment I realized that the hot jock was the one tutoring the girl. It’s usually the other way around, right? Which, of course, made my need to read this story so much more.
Wes isn’t the jock like the ones you’re used to reading about. He doesn’t party hard or sleep with multiple women, and it focused more on his classes and basketball. When he wants to be, he’s actually really swoon worthy!
Blair needing help in class is the only reason she asks Wes to tutor her. With some convincing on her part he agrees.
I gotta say, this book took me by surprise. I wasn’t going in with high expectations but this story knocked me off my feet. It was everything I didn’t know I needed — a compelling storyline, swoon, humor and the best secondary characters.
This could have been a five-star read, towards the end something occurs that lowered my rating. I won’t go into great detail because of spoilers, what I will say is, Wes got off a little too easy. In my opinion, he didn’t grovel enough when he should have. And that’s all I’m going to say about that.
Other than the teeny tiny issue I had, The Assist should be on everyone’s TBR. I can’t recommend it enough. I’ll just be here impatiently waiting for Joel’s story.
elfsteel's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
the characters all kind of talk like bad caricatures of college students, and the spelling and grammar errors kept ruining my immersion in the book. also I did not like how much casual misogyny there was (though that’s pretty par for the course with college/sports romance).
Content Warnings
additional trigger/content warnings: revenge porn, blackmail
rega1234's review against another edition
3.0
It was good. Have me dig Elle Kennedy vibes but didn't hit the mark as well. Loved the one monologs, just wish the was more emotional conversations.
desertlover's review against another edition
4.0
Despite a less than stellar beginning, and little too much insta-love, this ended up being a delightful read. Wes is the quintessential good guy and Blair is such a doll. The angst is minimum and both H/h have redeemable qualities that far out weigh their faults. I probably would have rated 3.5 STARS, but since it takes place in my own backyard, I can't help but rate it higher. The secondary characters are adorable, and I will definitely will be reading the next installment.
I think any fan of Sarina Bowen or Ginger Scott would enjoy this book.
I think any fan of Sarina Bowen or Ginger Scott would enjoy this book.
patticorrea_ecbc's review against another edition
4.0
I have to say up front that this is the FIRST book that I have read from Rebecca... And it will NOT be the last for sure!
The writing is so 'grab you and not let go'. The interactions with all of the characters makes you feel as if you are right there with them. Read this book in a few hours, could not stop. Cannot wait to go and read the rest of Rebecca's work!
The writing is so 'grab you and not let go'. The interactions with all of the characters makes you feel as if you are right there with them. Read this book in a few hours, could not stop. Cannot wait to go and read the rest of Rebecca's work!
colourful_kenyan's review against another edition
3.0
Formely ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Now is definitely less
Looking for a hot but fun read? This is definitely it. The couple was fun and I loved how things were switched up in this book. Instead of the girl assisting, the guy was doing it and she was completely humble about it. No pride...ok maybe a little was there before she accepted that he was using his brain.
This tackled a major topic on what happens in college and universities without many people being aware. I liked how it was brought out and how people should solve it instead of suffering there by themselves.
Blair was fun. Not the lazy person I like but hey she was someone you feel like looking up to when getting into college yet you are already in college. I wish everyone had her positive vibes because this world definitely needs such people. She was so hardworking and it was refreshing to see that. She also was able to figure what she wanted to do with her life after college and let me tell you that is hard and it is even harder to come by such people today.
Wes was a great guy in general and he definitely had his flaws but the guy had issues to sought out. He definitely needed a dose of Blair in his life. The guy was not the most positive person on earth after having an injury that cost him his career. I loved that he fought for her and accepted his mistakes even though it took him ages. The fact that he supports Blair was a plus in my book.
The narrators were great and the ending was realistically epic.
Now is definitely less
Looking for a hot but fun read? This is definitely it. The couple was fun and I loved how things were switched up in this book. Instead of the girl assisting, the guy was doing it and she was completely humble about it. No pride...ok maybe a little was there before she accepted that he was using his brain.
This tackled a major topic on what happens in college and universities without many people being aware. I liked how it was brought out and how people should solve it instead of suffering there by themselves.
Blair was fun. Not the lazy person I like but hey she was someone you feel like looking up to when getting into college yet you are already in college. I wish everyone had her positive vibes because this world definitely needs such people. She was so hardworking and it was refreshing to see that. She also was able to figure what she wanted to do with her life after college and let me tell you that is hard and it is even harder to come by such people today.
Wes was a great guy in general and he definitely had his flaws but the guy had issues to sought out. He definitely needed a dose of Blair in his life. The guy was not the most positive person on earth after having an injury that cost him his career. I loved that he fought for her and accepted his mistakes even though it took him ages. The fact that he supports Blair was a plus in my book.
The narrators were great and the ending was realistically epic.