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paoitz's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Grief
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Toxic friendship
sarahthenerd's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
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
4.5
I love it. But what I don't love is there wasn't much hockey scene with Gigi and her teammates like Ryder and his teammates. Despite her being a hockey player as well. And what's more annoying and sad is that she always refer Ryder as hockey player when she is always even tho there aren't any chances for women to play pro, she still a hockey player despite being a college hockey player. She always says Ryder is a 6’5” hockey player, “hockey player with their superstitions” or smth like that. Even when she mentioned abt Team USA, it wasn't enough. It felt as if her frustration with not being selected for Team USA is being watered down by Eastwood-Briar combine hockey team issues. Now that I remember, even there was a hockey match between women's hockey team, it's always from Ryder's POV and once from Gigi’s. AND NOT ONLY THAT she always refers herself as girlie. Like I get it that not all sportsman and sportswoman need to be gruff and barbarian, but ISTG the way the author trying to describe Gigi as not a barbarian despite her being a hockey player (sportsmen and sportswomen ARE barbarian) is so…internal misogyny… The author is trying to so hard to make Gigi as this girlie and not barbarian person despite her being a hockey player. Ryder would say she is 5’4” at least and then makes Ryder a 6’5” guy bcs ppl this days love small girl and tall guy trope bcs it's cute. To me this is internal misogyny and IDK how to tell you. LIKE GIRL SHES A HOCKEY PLAYER. YOU WROTE HER AS A HOCKEY PLAYER. STOP TRYING TO WATERED DOWN HER CHARACTER. ACCEPT FOR WHAT SHE IS. YOUR HER CREATOR OMFG
Another reason why I gave this a 4.5⭐ instead of 5⭐ (at first) was their relationship doesn't feel any chemistry. But I love their dynamic. The last reason is bcs felt like this book was more focus on Ryder and a little bit of Garrett. I understand that this book is also abt Gigi struggling w/ being a Graham but IDK felt like the issue in this book is more focus on Ryder than Gigi…
But overall, I like there was parallel stuff between Campus Diaries world and Off-Campus world.
Another reason why I gave this a 4.5⭐ instead of 5⭐ (at first) was their relationship doesn't feel any chemistry. But I love their dynamic. The last reason is bcs felt like this book was more focus on Ryder and a little bit of Garrett. I understand that this book is also abt Gigi struggling w/ being a Graham but IDK felt like the issue in this book is more focus on Ryder than Gigi…
But overall, I like there was parallel stuff between Campus Diaries world and Off-Campus world.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual harassment and Murder
jxyc333's review
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- 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? Yes
4.0
I can't believe I've officially read all of the available books in this series universe 😭
I absolutely adored Gigi and Ryder and the way they were written. Gigi wasn't made out to be some damsel in destress and Ryder wasn't her savour in which she souled relied on.
I was giggling every time one of the original characters were mentioned my heart couldn't take it.
The only thing I disliked was how quickly everything moved at the end it was like the story was being built up for 400 pages and the last 90 were crazy but we vibe.
Also Wellsy will for ever be my number 1 girl even in her daughters book she still had the spotlight.
I absolutely adored Gigi and Ryder and the way they were written. Gigi wasn't made out to be some damsel in destress and Ryder wasn't her savour in which she souled relied on.
I was giggling every time one of the original characters were mentioned my heart couldn't take it.
The only thing I disliked was how quickly everything moved at the end it was like the story was being built up for 400 pages and the last 90 were crazy but we vibe.
Also Wellsy will for ever be my number 1 girl even in her daughters book she still had the spotlight.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Sexual harassment
quietmarki's review
emotional
funny
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
The storyline was fine, i loved the ML so much :)!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Gaslighting, Gun violence, Sexual harassment, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Cursing
dooeerte_17's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment
tguccione's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Blood, Death of parent, Grief, Murder, Sexual harassment, and Violence
Minor: Infidelity and Bullying
gracepapiez07's review
emotional
lighthearted
tense
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Murder, Sexual content, and Gun violence
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Infidelity
Minor: Adult/minor relationship and Bullying
abidavisf's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.5
Yes. This is everything I want in a book: lovable characters who are actually kind even if/when they’re grumpy, tension, communication, and romance!
The Graham Effect is a love story but it’s also a tale of trauma and found family, forgiveness and when to choose not to forgive for the benefit of your own sanity, honesty and kindness. I am rooting for Gigi and Ryder all the way.
There was also the perfect amount of hockey in here. Having just finished another book marketed as a hockey romance that barely touched on it, I was ENGROSSED by the amount of hockey drama and detail in The Graham Effect. My only critique is that I wish we had more of Gigi and Ryder training together as their relationship progressed. Did they go from training to hooking up instead or did we just not see it? Surely they can do both!
A great read. Definitely recommend.
P.S. When do I get to hear more about Diana? I’m worried.
The Graham Effect is a love story but it’s also a tale of trauma and found family, forgiveness and when to choose not to forgive for the benefit of your own sanity, honesty and kindness. I am rooting for Gigi and Ryder all the way.
There was also the perfect amount of hockey in here. Having just finished another book marketed as a hockey romance that barely touched on it, I was ENGROSSED by the amount of hockey drama and detail in The Graham Effect. My only critique is that I wish we had more of Gigi and Ryder training together as their relationship progressed. Did they go from training to hooking up instead or did we just not see it? Surely they can do both!
A great read. Definitely recommend.
P.S. When do I get to hear more about Diana? I’m worried.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Murder, and Death of parent
Minor: Infidelity, Sexual assault, Alcohol, Toxic relationship, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Toxic friendship, Cursing, Bullying, Domestic abuse, and Physical abuse
junieburns's review
funny
lighthearted
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
3.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Gun violence, Sexual harassment, and Sexual content
holee's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
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? Yes
4.0
I love the 'next generation' concept of the book. Although I do wish i read 'the deal' to get a backstory of all the characters. I think if I read the deal I'd have liked it even more.
Gigi and Ryder's relationship was very healthy and mature which i was glad to see.
I hope Will and Beck get a book (maybe where they end up together).
I also can't wait for the next book (which i surmise is about Diana and Shane!)
However, i think the guy Gigi kissed before getting with Ryder (not naming who) was hot but a bit unnecessary.
I also think the book was a bit too long which was probably down to the fact they had to keep their relationship a secret from everyone- especially her ex- for such a long time. Gigi's people-pleasing kind of annoyed me in this way but that's one of her flaws she manages to overcome!
Unpopular opinion - I hope that Case does not get his own book because the guy was a bit of a dick and I got quite irritated seeing Garrett give Case a hug despite knowing he cheated on his daughter.
Gigi and Ryder's relationship was very healthy and mature which i was glad to see.
I hope Will and Beck get a book (maybe where they end up together).
I also can't wait for the next book (which i surmise is about Diana and Shane!)
However, i think the guy Gigi kissed before getting with Ryder (not naming who) was hot but a bit unnecessary.
I also think the book was a bit too long which was probably down to the fact they had to keep their relationship a secret from everyone- especially her ex- for such a long time. Gigi's people-pleasing kind of annoyed me in this way but that's one of her flaws she manages to overcome!
Unpopular opinion - I hope that Case does not get his own book because the guy was a bit of a dick and I got quite irritated seeing Garrett give Case a hug despite knowing he cheated on his daughter.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Murder
Moderate: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, and Child abuse