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what_karla_reads's review
emotional
funny
reflective
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? No
5.0
5/5 stars
2/5 spice
I loved this story so much! The way these two just clicked together and grew as friends was just so perfect.
Tropes:
Strangers to friends to lovers
Tattoo artist MMC
Photographer FMC
Close proximity
He takes care of her
Banter
Dual POV
Iloved how easily Harlow and Acyn were able to banter back and forth... even when he was being annoying lol. But the way they feel into an easy friendship was just so natural. It was great seeing her get what she deserved and finally being treated like a queen. I accidentally read this series out of order but it didn't spoil this book at all. The narrators did amazing bringing these characters to life. I can't wait to read/listen to the other books.
2/5 spice
I loved this story so much! The way these two just clicked together and grew as friends was just so perfect.
Tropes:
Strangers to friends to lovers
Tattoo artist MMC
Photographer FMC
Close proximity
He takes care of her
Banter
Dual POV
Iloved how easily Harlow and Acyn were able to banter back and forth... even when he was being annoying lol. But the way they feel into an easy friendship was just so natural. It was great seeing her get what she deserved and finally being treated like a queen. I accidentally read this series out of order but it didn't spoil this book at all. The narrators did amazing bringing these characters to life. I can't wait to read/listen to the other books.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent
ravenk28's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Death of parent
Moderate: Grief, Emotional abuse, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Cannibalism
merakianvibes's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I really enjoyed this slow burn! Super cute and spicy read. I loved Harlow. Such a sweet down to earth girl. Her relationship with Hendrix was so toxic and he kept trying. Im like bruh, let it go EVERYTIME he kept trying to come back. He didnt realize what he had until she was gone! He deserved what he got… which was NOTHING 😭
Acyn was definitely one of my fav male MC in any book i’ve read before. I felt very connected to him and Harlow while reading. I love how the author had them develop a friendship first before just having them fall for each other. It felt very realistic. This is my second book by this author and she doesnt disappoint. My fav book by her is still Colliding with Fate 🥹
Acyn was definitely one of my fav male MC in any book i’ve read before. I felt very connected to him and Harlow while reading. I love how the author had them develop a friendship first before just having them fall for each other. It felt very realistic. This is my second book by this author and she doesnt disappoint. My fav book by her is still Colliding with Fate 🥹
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent and Grief
Minor: Chronic illness, Toxic relationship, and Car accident
angievansprang's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
4.25
I’m not really a romance girl, but I liked this one. Definitely a fast, lighthearted, and fun read. I appreciate that these characters actually had dimension because I’ve found many romance novels I dislike tend to have quite vapid characters that are hard for me to connect with. I love the themes of hope and the depictions of healthy relationships in this book. I’m also usually not a fan of smut, but I actually thought it was pretty good in this one! I’ll be reading the next book in this series so I would definitely recommend this if you’re looking for your next romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Death of parent
Minor: Toxic relationship and Emotional abuse
ladylaurenexplorer's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Although I found the book OK in the end, it was just so long and slow burn but not good. Everything felt so mundane and a little choppy with its pacing.
Although I did love the head messiness with Hendrix, because I love some good drama. Can we say psycho much and not in a good way!
It’s just the pacing feels off and it made me stop and start a couple of times because I just wasn’t into the plot as I want it to be.
The spice was good, but waiting till the last 4th of the book was a little much!
If the book kept making me want to DNF it in the first 30%, then I don’t think it’s a re-readable book.
I also hate third act break ups, so when it was building up to it, I almost just didn’t want to finish the book.
Although I did love the head messiness with Hendrix, because I love some good drama. Can we say psycho much and not in a good way!
It’s just the pacing feels off and it made me stop and start a couple of times because I just wasn’t into the plot as I want it to be.
The spice was good, but waiting till the last 4th of the book was a little much!
If the book kept making me want to DNF it in the first 30%, then I don’t think it’s a re-readable book.
I also hate third act break ups, so when it was building up to it, I almost just didn’t want to finish the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent
ereades23's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent
aelin_morgenstern's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I loved this book and I smiled so much. They are perfect for each other and so sweet. I also loved the ending and that there were so many nice, just happy scenes where I could simply enjoy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Grief
thisreadingcorner's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
jaz_gets_literary's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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? No
5.0
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I absolutely loved Harlow & Acyn’s story. Sometimes friends to lovers stories feel forced but their love story was so sweet. They were actually friends and she realized that her ex was never her friend and she was basically just arm candy for him. Hendrix, the ex, got on my nerves and I’m so glad he got put in his place in the end. Acyn was patient with Harlow and in the end they were both able to show each other that they were worthy of true love.
I absolutely loved Harlow & Acyn’s story. Sometimes friends to lovers stories feel forced but their love story was so sweet. They were actually friends and she realized that her ex was never her friend and she was basically just arm candy for him. Hendrix, the ex, got on my nerves and I’m so glad he got put in his place in the end. Acyn was patient with Harlow and in the end they were both able to show each other that they were worthy of true love.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Pregnancy, Sexual content, and Car accident
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