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cozycritiques's review
5.0
”I’m gonna fuck his boss.””
- Tis the Season for Revenge
Tropes: Age Gap, Lawyer, Legally Blonde inspired, Opposites Attract, Possessive Hero, “Good Girl”
Representation: POC (Latino)
Spice Scale: 🌶🌶🌶🌶 (Praise, Degradation, Breath Play)
CW: Toxic Relationship, Parental Abandonment, Emotional Abuse, Cheating, Mentions of Physical Abuse
I’m not entirely sure what Morgan Elizabeth put in this book, but I’m pretty sure it’s crack because I was HOOKED. I picked it up intending to read a few chapters before bed. Fast forward to 1:30 am when I was 53% of the way through.
I adored the Legally Blonde-esque start, but the twist on it. Abbie’s plan being for revenge instead of for trying to get Richard back was the update to that story I didn’t know I needed. Also, the pranks she pulled on him gave Mean Girls vibes, which was hysterical.
This book maintained a perfect balance of heartbreak, healing, and falling in love again. I loved how Morgan tackled the complexity of abusive relationships while still keeping an overall lighthearted tone. Damien was the perfect hero for this story, allowing Abbie the space to heal from the toxicity of her relationship with Richard. He says everything that any woman who’s been told they’re “too much” wants to hear, and it was kind of cathartic. The chemistry between him and Abbie was also off the charts, and the spice was incredible.
There was some drama, but the way the conflict resolved was so mature and healthy. I’d braced myself for a third-act breakup, but blessedly, there wasn’t one. The only kind oof warning that I have is that despite the book being set around Christmas, there weren’t too many Christmas vibes. However, I actually enjoyed that. It makes it so this a read that you can enjoy any time of year, even if you’re typically a person who doesn’t enjoy Christmas books outside of the holiday season.
This was my first book by Elizabeth, but it definitely won’t be my last.
Graphic: Toxic relationship and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Infidelity and Abandonment
Minor: Physical abuse
midwestbookster'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
3.5
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Misogyny
dogoodwithbooks's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I know I may be a bit late to the holiday romance reviews, but boy do I need to tell you about this book.
I haven’t had this much fun with a book in a long time. This book is the perfect amount of heart, fluff, and holiday antics. Really loved Elizabeth’s writing style and the pacing worked just right for this book. I also loved how Elizabeth took time developing the relationship between Abbie and Damien as well as Abbie’s plans on getting revenge on her ex.
Even when it’s not the holidays, you need to read this book.
Graphic: Toxic relationship and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Fatphobia
Minor: Sexual harassment
beckyyreadss's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
Moderate: Body shaming, Domestic abuse, and Physical abuse
Minor: Abandonment
grace33's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Body shaming, Infidelity, and Domestic abuse
aamaanddaa's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Abbie’s character was surprisingly very likeable. She’s an real-life Barbie in her all pink lifestyle, who wishes for an all encompassing love and marriage. I loved watching her rediscover rather than reinvent herself! Also, Damien’s character *chef’s kiss.*
I appreciate how Morgan Elizabeth addressed deeper topics, such as Abbie’s experience and the effects of her previous relationship on her self-worth.
Overall, a great, one-sitting read!
Moderate: Body shaming, Toxic relationship, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Domestic abuse
laurencesheedy's review against another edition
- 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
Minor: Toxic relationship, Body shaming, Abandonment, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Domestic abuse, and Misogyny
midnightrose_reads's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Graphic: Sexual content, Emotional abuse, Cursing, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Physical abuse and Domestic abuse
danivm's review against another edition
- 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
4.25
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Cursing, Alcohol, Toxic relationship, and Bullying
colorcrystals's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Domestic abuse, and Cursing
Minor: Body shaming and Abandonment