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madicastle's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Sexual content, Emotional abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, Miscarriage, and Suicide attempt
drinkcoffee_read_repeat_'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
💜 Fake Dating
👑 Cinderella Story
🏈 American Football
🏫 College Romance
🙅 Sworn Off Dating
🐕️ Golden Retriever MMC
🎭 Family Drama
𝙼𝚢 𝚃𝚑𝚘𝚞𝚐𝚑𝚝𝚜:
Isn't discovering a new author and falling in love with their writing extraordinary? That's what happened to me with Grace Reilly! The first book in her Beyond the Play series, First Down, hooked me from the beginning. It's a swoon-worthy fake dating romance that kept me glued to the pages. I was impressed with how Grace created a vivid college atmosphere in the story. It felt like I was transported right to the middle of the McKee University campus alongside the characters. The plotline was realistic, and the characters felt genuine. It was refreshing to read a college romance that didn't focus on unnecessary relationship angst and drama. The blossoming relationship between James and Bex was delightful; their banter was so much fun, and the spice was positively perfect! The side characters were also enjoyable, especially the rest of the Callahan family, and I'm excited to read their stories! First Down is a college sports romance you don't want to miss!
I did a hybrid read/listen to this fantastic book, and I have to say, it was an absolute delight to listen to! The audiobook narration by Kyle Adams and Caroline Sorunke was simply wonderful! They brought James and Beckett to life with their outstanding performances and made it an incredibly fun experience to listen to. I highly recommend this one if you're looking for a great audiobook!
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Suicide attempt, Miscarriage, Alcoholism, and Sexual assault
ambercunningham's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Graphic: Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Fire/Fire injury, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, and Abandonment
Minor: Miscarriage and Addiction
ciara_fs98's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Sexual content, and Stalking
Minor: Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Sexual harassment, and Suicide
rosefine's review
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Self harm
Minor: Miscarriage
njh_books's review against another edition
- 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? It's complicated
3.5
It's a fun book--3.5 stars cause it's fun but I'll probably never read it again.
Really enjoyed Beckett as a female character's name. Reminded me of being down South and the naming practices (wouldn't have expected it for a NY born and raised character).
The Callahan family is fun minus the dad Richard. Love Sandra the mom, she knows what's up.
Darryl was an ass. Hope he got expelled or suspended.
Interested to see how much more of Bex and James we'll see in the rest of the series.
Graphic: Abandonment, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Stalking, Sexual assault, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, Violence, Blood, Suicide, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Alcohol and Miscarriage
wollfaden's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Sexual harassment and Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Violence
Minor: Suicide attempt, Drug abuse, Abandonment, Death of parent, and Miscarriage
kennalovessmut's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I did not like the resolve, as it felt a bit rushed. But despite that, I enjoyed the characters and world that was built - so I look forward to reading the other 2 books in the Beyond the Play series by her!
Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Suicide attempt, Sexual harassment, and Miscarriage
estefizaga's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Minor: Death of parent, Gaslighting, Sexual harassment, Grief, Miscarriage, and Self harm
kb33's review against another edition
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment
Minor: Drug abuse, Miscarriage, Domestic abuse, Sexual assault, Fire/Fire injury, Violence, and Suicide attempt