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fifiey's review
3.0
It’s good, the plot, the writing. The punk rock family setting. Although it’s kind of repetitive and boring and a little bit forced when it comes to their music. And the make up scene could do so much better. It was so…. Disappointing. Because the slow burn was awesome and the break up was so heartbreaking. And then all the awesome work of getting together, going through insecurities together, understanding each other….. just destroyed and then “oh we made a mistake, let’s get back together” and the end, happily evah aftah. I want more grovelling from Max.
inkiereads's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
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
This book was just absolutely perfect. It sucked me in and didn’t let me go until the end. I had the Top2000 on the whole time and somehow every song that came on was perfect for the place in the story! From Cat Stevens (Father and Son), to Phil Collins’ You’ll Be In My Heart, to Alone from Heart, it made the book even better. There was so much music in the book already, it truly set the tone for an amazing heartfelt romance!
Steam: 🔥🔥🔥
Steam: 🔥🔥🔥
franie's review against another edition
5.0
I can't have enough of Kathryn's books! This is my 3rd book by her and WOW every book that I've read has been a 5 star read for me.
lowkeyreader's review
4.0
Max and Fiona are total opposites whom have different outlooks of life. However, once they met they complement each other so well and the chemistry between them are off the charts. Because of how different they are, they tried to keep their distance to prevent any kind of heartbreak. But Max knew Fiona’s the one woman who’s going to maybe change him.
Their story is very well-written story. It is fun, entertaining, humorous, filled with witty and flirty banter. It is fun to see them fall hard for each other. But it’s not just about their love story that’s worth mentioning. I loved how Kathryn inserted the elements of family and friendships. This whole book is a wholesome story! It's a feel good romance and I highly recommend it!
Their story is very well-written story. It is fun, entertaining, humorous, filled with witty and flirty banter. It is fun to see them fall hard for each other. But it’s not just about their love story that’s worth mentioning. I loved how Kathryn inserted the elements of family and friendships. This whole book is a wholesome story! It's a feel good romance and I highly recommend it!
vera_allbookedup's review
5.0
Oh my scorching hotness! Fiona Quinn needs order amid the chaos of her family. Spreadsheets and sticky notes make her heart sing. She makes a contract with herself listing all the attributes she wants for a husband by her 30th birthday. And then she runs into free-spirited Max Devlin. These two have history being the offspring of parents dedicated to punk rock in NYC. Their upbringings were unconventional which probably led both Fiona and Max to their respective futures. He's the anti-Prince Charming. No roots, only wings. But the attraction to each other like magnets being drawn together is real and just like that, they both are willing to try. And then the hardest decision they've ever faced comes along... But oh, the road trip to forever! If there's one thing they both learned and have in spades, it's trust.
I loved Max and Fiona! Their love story was epic, greatest of all time written in the pages of this book. Seeing Roxy and Edward from "Strictly Professional" was amazing!
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
I loved Max and Fiona! Their love story was epic, greatest of all time written in the pages of this book. Seeing Roxy and Edward from "Strictly Professional" was amazing!
I received an advance copy of this book at my request and voluntarily left this review.
booksara's review
4.0
‧͙⁺˚*･༓☾☆ 4.25 stars ☆☽༓･*˚⁺‧͙
I freakin LOVED IT. I felt so included lmao. The book does its job in the sense that I felt the atmosphere and I felt like I was there. The whole music thing made me feel super connected and I just loved Fiona and Max.
Fiona was an awesome heroine. She was a combination of a bunch of things and I loved it. Max was such a hottie and a softie. I fell for both HARD.
That beginning whewww!! They had a lot of chemistry and even though this is kind of insta-lovey (2 weeks) it didn’t feel that short. I loved the secondary characters because they were THERE. They weren’t forgotten and they added the home spice to it.
My only complaint was how the conflict was resolved. I kinda wish Fiona hadn’t done that, but like it was just so her. Still... Max lost points there, just a bit. Also, Fiona complained a lot about her family and it felt a bit repetitive.
I really liked how they talked things and it felt matured how they realized some issues they had. It felt appropriate to their age, thank god.
But yeah, LOVED IT. I had a great fucking time and I’m gonna be reading more of this author.
P.S. Pop stole my heart, I love him so fcking much
I freakin LOVED IT. I felt so included lmao. The book does its job in the sense that I felt the atmosphere and I felt like I was there. The whole music thing made me feel super connected and I just loved Fiona and Max.
Fiona was an awesome heroine. She was a combination of a bunch of things and I loved it. Max was such a hottie and a softie. I fell for both HARD.
That beginning whewww!! They had a lot of chemistry and even though this is kind of insta-lovey (2 weeks) it didn’t feel that short. I loved the secondary characters because they were THERE. They weren’t forgotten and they added the home spice to it.
My only complaint was how the conflict was resolved. I kinda wish Fiona hadn’t done that, but like it was just so her. Still... Max lost points there, just a bit. Also, Fiona complained a lot about her family and it felt a bit repetitive.
I really liked how they talked things and it felt matured how they realized some issues they had. It felt appropriate to their age, thank god.
But yeah, LOVED IT. I had a great fucking time and I’m gonna be reading more of this author.
P.S. Pop stole my heart, I love him so fcking much
vvreads's review against another edition
5.0
The Falling for the Bad Boy Kind
I’m a big fan of Kathryn Nolan and this book was another great story!
In the beginning, it was strongly in the 4 star range. It took a while to go into the groove, but once it did I LOVED IT!!! Cute storyline with awesome supporting characters. This book is full of relatable feelings, steamy chemistry, hot scenes, loving families, and embracing our differences to better our village
I’m a big fan of Kathryn Nolan and this book was another great story!
In the beginning, it was strongly in the 4 star range. It took a while to go into the groove, but once it did I LOVED IT!!! Cute storyline with awesome supporting characters. This book is full of relatable feelings, steamy chemistry, hot scenes, loving families, and embracing our differences to better our village
whatemilyisreading's review against another edition
5.0
Kathryn has outdone herself!!
I have been waiting for Max and Fiona's book ever since Kathryn announced she was writing it, and it did not disappoint! Max and Fiona are both so different, yet the way these two connected over their shared love of music and history was beautiful to read. I had all the swoony feels, heart strings pulled and epic butterflies! These two opposites were exactly what the other needs!
I love how different Fiona is from her family and all her quirks that make her this badass that she truly is. She goes after what she wants, even if she does it in her own type-A way.
And where can I find my own Max in real life!? The tattoos, the motorcycle...everything about this hero tugged at my heart strings! He has such a big heart, and I can connect with him on a lot of levels -- I loved his journey throughout this story in finding his true self.
Both Max and Fiona go through a lot of growth in this story, and seeing them come together was just incredible! The chemistry was just to die for! The backdrop of their story at the Red Room and the music truly enhanced the story. I've never had so much fun listening to a playlist while reading and feeling the steam rise while I read! The music made Max and Fiona's story that much more amazing!
And THANK YOU for the scenes with Roxy and Edward...THEY. WERE. EVERYTHING. I loved these little glimpses into their life, and was greedy for more!
Kathryn is absolutely one of my favorite authors, no questions, and I recommend her books to everyone, and this one is no exception! Her books are smart, sexy and full of steam. I love the side characters she writes and the diversity in her books. She is a master storyteller, and everyone needs to pick up this book NOW!
I have been waiting for Max and Fiona's book ever since Kathryn announced she was writing it, and it did not disappoint! Max and Fiona are both so different, yet the way these two connected over their shared love of music and history was beautiful to read. I had all the swoony feels, heart strings pulled and epic butterflies! These two opposites were exactly what the other needs!
I love how different Fiona is from her family and all her quirks that make her this badass that she truly is. She goes after what she wants, even if she does it in her own type-A way.
And where can I find my own Max in real life!? The tattoos, the motorcycle...everything about this hero tugged at my heart strings! He has such a big heart, and I can connect with him on a lot of levels -- I loved his journey throughout this story in finding his true self.
Both Max and Fiona go through a lot of growth in this story, and seeing them come together was just incredible! The chemistry was just to die for! The backdrop of their story at the Red Room and the music truly enhanced the story. I've never had so much fun listening to a playlist while reading and feeling the steam rise while I read! The music made Max and Fiona's story that much more amazing!
And THANK YOU for the scenes with Roxy and Edward...THEY. WERE. EVERYTHING. I loved these little glimpses into their life, and was greedy for more!
Kathryn is absolutely one of my favorite authors, no questions, and I recommend her books to everyone, and this one is no exception! Her books are smart, sexy and full of steam. I love the side characters she writes and the diversity in her books. She is a master storyteller, and everyone needs to pick up this book NOW!
mrsreadsalot65's review against another edition
5.0
This book was full of so much emotion I couldn't put it down! Being the odd one out in your family is tough and I loved the depth of the characters as they communicated with each other!!!
trafalgar's review against another edition
5.0
What an amazing book. Amazing, amazing all around. Loved every single character. The story is great, their chemestry is top nocht, and has an awesome ending.