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katiemack's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I received an eARC of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
This book is bonkers, but I mean that in a positive way. Simi's ostensibly undiagnosed ADHD tendencies grew on me, especially when coupled with her fierce determination and loyalty to her family, friends, and crew. (Speaking of, the crew members are all heartwarming in their well-intentioned awkwardness.) Her inner thoughts and basically all the conversations between characters are so silly and enjoyable that I actually laughed out loud a few times; it's been a while since I've read dialogue like that.
Regarding the romance, Jack was not terribly appealing in his tendency to disappear at crucial moments--as Simi points out, it's cowardly--but I guess he comes through in the end and technically has a noble cause in his thievery. The love triangle bit feels unnecessary, but maybe it's set up to play out in a sequel? Honestly, I would have rather had more scenes with The Wedding Crew.
This book is bonkers, but I mean that in a positive way. Simi's ostensibly undiagnosed ADHD tendencies grew on me, especially when coupled with her fierce determination and loyalty to her family, friends, and crew. (Speaking of, the crew members are all heartwarming in their well-intentioned awkwardness.) Her inner thoughts and basically all the conversations between characters are so silly and enjoyable that I actually laughed out loud a few times; it's been a while since I've read dialogue like that.
Regarding the romance, Jack was not terribly appealing in his tendency to disappear at crucial moments--as Simi points out, it's cowardly--but I guess he comes through in the end and technically has a noble cause in his thievery. The love triangle bit feels unnecessary, but maybe it's set up to play out in a sequel? Honestly, I would have rather had more scenes with The Wedding Crew.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gun violence, Violence, and Domestic abuse
sabrinaboyk's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- 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
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Torture, and Gun violence
jenn_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I picked this up from the library bc I've enjoyed some other stuff by this author but I think she confuses flippant with trying to be funny and it does not work as well.
Also I have zero idea of what's supposed to be appealing about the romantic interest.
Also I have zero idea of what's supposed to be appealing about the romantic interest.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Torture, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Sexual content, Kidnapping, and Gun violence
purplepenning's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Finley Donovan meets Dial A for Aunties in a mystery caper rom-com (romp-com?) with an Oceans Eleven heist and an Indiana Jones love interest. Perfect for readers searching for an updated Stephanie Plum.
I could've done with just a little less thirst and a lot less torture, but in general this was a frothy rollick that delivers what it promises.
I could've done with just a little less thirst and a lot less torture, but in general this was a frothy rollick that delivers what it promises.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Gun violence
Moderate: Ableism, Alcohol, Blood, Gore, Infidelity, Kidnapping, Torture, Toxic relationship, Sexual content, Domestic abuse, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Physical abuse, and Sexism
Minor: Cursing, Death of parent, and Excrement
cassielaj's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- 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
4.0
A fun adventure with excellent characters. The plot lagged a bit in the middle, but by the end I was tearing through this book to see how everything turned out. As any good heist story should, this has a number of twists to keep the audience on its toes. I thought the romance was overshadowed by the rest of the story, but I was in it for the adventure so I didn’t mind. I did want more of jack’s backstory, but I understand why it wasn’t included.
Also, f*ck Kyle
Also, f*ck Kyle
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Gun violence, and Violence
Moderate: Sexual content
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