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mamawantsbooks's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
potalian's review against another edition
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Sexism
nebraskanwriter's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Cursing, Gaslighting, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
tankajahari's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
ednam0dewannabe's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Cursing
Moderate: Alcohol and Grief
Minor: Abandonment, Misogyny, and Infidelity
georgiaisreading'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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Toxic relationship
becksusername's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content and Vomit
bedtimesandbooks's review against another edition
hopeful
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Racism, Alcohol, and Cursing
giuliaathenalombardo's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book really came into my life when I needed it most. I thought I had run out of the classic rom-coms with the super cute covers but I was sucked into yet another one, and I have no regrets.
Firstly, I loved both main characters in this book, especially Max. He didn't make any of the typical mistake male leads make in these kind of stories, he was honest with Lina and how he felt about her, was able to open up to her and speak about his insecurities without her pushing him to, he was clear with what he wanted and went after it when needed and I found his charm and persistent sense of humour incredibly enjoyable. I loved the chapter were he told Lina's family about the kind of man she deserved and them eventually turned himself into him. Lina was also wonderful to read about, her slightly controlling nature was relatable to me and the importance she placed on her family and the recognition she has for the sacrifices they made for her was great to see. Often parents are the source of the main character's insecurities or past traumas but this book conveyed their importance, especially of the women in both of their lives and how they impacted them.
Firstly, I loved both main characters in this book, especially Max. He didn't make any of the typical mistake male leads make in these kind of stories, he was honest with Lina and how he felt about her, was able to open up to her and speak about his insecurities without her pushing him to, he was clear with what he wanted and went after it when needed and I found his charm and persistent sense of humour incredibly enjoyable. I loved the chapter were he told Lina's family about the kind of man she deserved and them eventually turned himself into him. Lina was also wonderful to read about, her slightly controlling nature was relatable to me and the importance she placed on her family and the recognition she has for the sacrifices they made for her was great to see. Often parents are the source of the main character's insecurities or past traumas but this book conveyed their importance, especially of the women in both of their lives and how they impacted them.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Minor: Alcohol
kylieqrada's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
3.5
3.5 ⭐s. I read this one for Beautifully Bookish Bethany's Patreon book club, and I'm not mad at it! It doesn't rank up there with the best of the best romances, but it was moderately funny, and I truly identified with Lina's experiences with hiding her emotions and struggling to express them in a safe manner. Also loved the Brazilian culture rep. IMHO, not enough sexy times, and they were a little odd. But overall, a good time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Moderate: Misogyny, Racism, and Sexism