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mariamj's review against another edition
challenging
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- 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
This was my favourite of Ali Hazelwood's books so far. I love how realistic the main characters struggles were and how the story showed a very human experience with life's challenges. Elsie was so relatable! Her struggles with people pleasing and insecurity was refreshing to see. Jack being patient with her but also lovingly pushing her to be her authentic self truly melted my heart. I also really like that she was not magically healed of her traumas at the end of the story. This is not a concept seen in romance novels which made it even more amazing to read! LOVED EVERY MINUTE!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Misogyny, Emotional abuse, and Death of parent
ev_ve's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
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
5.0
I actually cried at the end, this is such a sweet book. It deals with real world issues in such a skillful way. Bringing politics, mental health, and physical health all together to for an absolutely amazing book. The writing felt alive and you could really connect with the characters. I absolutely adore this book and I would recommend it to ANYONE!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Mental illness
Moderate: Alcohol and Sexual content
Minor: Medical content
alexxmichelle's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I really loved this book i read it in under 48 hours. Love story was very sweet and the characters were fun realistic and charming. I loved seeing aro-ace representation and as a diabetic seeing my own experiences in print was cool! The only reason it lost .25 stars is because there were a couple moments that felt a little awkward because of the word choices, although that could easily fall to personal preference. The science stuff went over my head but it was still an easy read even if you don’t understand particle crystallization. Overall a great read that I really enjoyed, this author is super fun and I cant suggest her enough!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Chronic illness, Cursing, Misogyny, and Sexism
Moderate: Death of parent and Medical content
Minor: Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Outing, and Alcohol
things100's review
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
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
5.0
I love Ali hazelwood’s bold and her iconic women in stem. And this book was no different. I loved their relationship and the ups and downs of finding a job in academia and difficultly with the power dynamic of advisors. It was just so well done and definitely made me cry but definitely recommend that you read it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Toxic relationship
onefineelephant's review against another edition
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
10/10. This book was great. I devoured it and also stayed up late into the night reading it. It made me laugh, cry, and horny. My only small slight against the book is that it includes a lot of physics jargon - but not enough that the characters, plot, and romance are not entirely enjoyable. Also, as someone who hates physics (sorry physics lovers), I didn't mind the physics talk as much since the romance and writing was so good. I still love The Love Hypothesis better (no surprise) and it was so fun to have Olive and Adam cameo! Overall, I highly recommend it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexual content, Chronic illness, and Sexism
Minor: Acephobia/Arophobia, Cursing, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Grief, Alcohol, and Outing
emmysforeverbooked's review against another edition
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
4.0
I honestly don't know if I have much other to say than that Ali Hazelwood has done it again. She's left my jaw on the floor and my heart in the hands of a handsome scientist man.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Chronic illness, and Sexual content
Moderate: Sexism and Misogyny
Minor: Outing, Grief, Alcohol, Acephobia/Arophobia, and Medical content
chronicacademia's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, Cancer, Death of parent, Misogyny, Chronic illness, Grief, Infidelity, and Sexism
kathis_wonderland's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
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
5.0
Love, Theoretically is another masterpiece by Ali Hazelwood. Elsie is looking for a new job and has to go through a few interview stages. However, on her interview committee is Jack, a nemesis of hers that tried to ruin her mentor's career. There are scholarly sabotages happening and Jack seems nicer than Elsie thought.
I am currently on a fantastic reading run. Ali Hazelwood is a mastermind. I enjoyed reading about academics and women in STEM. It's interesting that I learn something new with her books. Something that I did not fully enjoy, and I didn't like in The Love Hypothesis either, is that the female protagonists are quite insecure about sexual activities. But other than that, I loved this book.
The hatred between Elsie and Jack was a bit irrational towards the end. But I fully get why Elsie was so angry at Jack. I probably would have felt the same way (even though I know that being resentful is not the best thing to do). Their love story was rather slow-burn, but sexy and hot! I was so excited for them.
I really do love Ali Hazelwood's books. I can't wait to read more and can highly recommend them!
I am currently on a fantastic reading run. Ali Hazelwood is a mastermind. I enjoyed reading about academics and women in STEM. It's interesting that I learn something new with her books. Something that I did not fully enjoy, and I didn't like in The Love Hypothesis either, is that the female protagonists are quite insecure about sexual activities. But other than that, I loved this book.
The hatred between Elsie and Jack was a bit irrational towards the end. But I fully get why Elsie was so angry at Jack. I probably would have felt the same way (even though I know that being resentful is not the best thing to do). Their love story was rather slow-burn, but sexy and hot! I was so excited for them.
I really do love Ali Hazelwood's books. I can't wait to read more and can highly recommend them!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness and Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Alcohol, Death of parent, Death, and Outing
ankiaisreading's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Chronic illness, Death of parent, and Sexual content
atamano's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- 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? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexual content, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Sexism and Toxic relationship
Minor: Alcohol and Death of parent