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dazyreads's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.5
book review | Wanderlust by Elle Everharr
spoiler free!
⭐️: 3.75
🌶️: 2.25
🏃🏼♀️: medium pace
📖: paperback (gifted)
tropes/themes:
- dislike to lovers
- slow burn
- travel romance
- grumpy x sunshine
- travel blogger
- forced proximity
journalist Dylan wins a radio contest to vacation around the world… the catch? her travel partner was randomly selected in her phone contacts - Jack, the random guy she kissed on the night out. 🫣
thank you to @tandemcollectiveuk for allowing me to participate in the romance read-along!
✈️ writing:
i found the style very blunt and humorous, and easy to read.
🗺️ plot:
the plot was heavily focused on blogging and travelling writing, which I found interesting as i’m literally a ✨ blogger!✨ some scenes were especially powerful, when Dylan was discussing the dangers of social media and how brutal internet trolls can be. it was also very touching to read how she received so many comments violating her own bodily autonomy, which i’m sure a lot of women can relate to online and in reality. :(
i did feel like the sight seeing and visiting the different locations were quite glossed over - i feel like there could have been more?
i did find the book to not be very consistent with the pacing. i was really intrigued from the start, but midway began to slow. nonetheless, i still found this book enjoyable!
🌁 characters:
the relationship began very cold, with lots of blunt humour. i loved how naturally the characters progressed and i found their relationship so healing!!! both characters learned to do what makes them truly happy and set their boundaries with toxic family and work. they were both so supportive, and it was an incredible message that i needed to hear.
i’d also like to note that i LOVED how Jack broke gender norms - he doesn’t act like a stereotypical ‘tough guy.’ of course i still love my toxic and rough fictional men, but it was refreshing to see Jack being a HUMAN, with fears, worries and emotions. i loveeeed how Dylan took the lead in some intimate scenes like it’s so amazing to see !!
as this is a slow burn and a ‘will they/won’t they’ we didn’t get to see much for their relationship advance romantically. i didn’t mind this, because sometimes i like to be left wondering how the characters continue with their life. i do agree there could have been more chemistry/development. i did love their friendship and supportiveness though!
overall: this is a sweet, slow burn romance with some fun world travelling, alongside social media/journalist drama. 🌞👒
AD/PR - please note this review is my 100% honest thoughts <3
spoiler free!
⭐️: 3.75
🌶️: 2.25
🏃🏼♀️: medium pace
📖: paperback (gifted)
tropes/themes:
- dislike to lovers
- slow burn
- travel romance
- grumpy x sunshine
- travel blogger
- forced proximity
journalist Dylan wins a radio contest to vacation around the world… the catch? her travel partner was randomly selected in her phone contacts - Jack, the random guy she kissed on the night out. 🫣
thank you to @tandemcollectiveuk for allowing me to participate in the romance read-along!
✈️ writing:
i found the style very blunt and humorous, and easy to read.
🗺️ plot:
the plot was heavily focused on blogging and travelling writing, which I found interesting as i’m literally a ✨ blogger!✨ some scenes were especially powerful, when Dylan was discussing the dangers of social media and how brutal internet trolls can be. it was also very touching to read how she received so many comments violating her own bodily autonomy, which i’m sure a lot of women can relate to online and in reality. :(
i did feel like the sight seeing and visiting the different locations were quite glossed over - i feel like there could have been more?
i did find the book to not be very consistent with the pacing. i was really intrigued from the start, but midway began to slow. nonetheless, i still found this book enjoyable!
🌁 characters:
the relationship began very cold, with lots of blunt humour. i loved how naturally the characters progressed and i found their relationship so healing!!! both characters learned to do what makes them truly happy and set their boundaries with toxic family and work. they were both so supportive, and it was an incredible message that i needed to hear.
i’d also like to note that i LOVED how Jack broke gender norms - he doesn’t act like a stereotypical ‘tough guy.’ of course i still love my toxic and rough fictional men, but it was refreshing to see Jack being a HUMAN, with fears, worries and emotions. i loveeeed how Dylan took the lead in some intimate scenes like it’s so amazing to see !!
as this is a slow burn and a ‘will they/won’t they’ we didn’t get to see much for their relationship advance romantically. i didn’t mind this, because sometimes i like to be left wondering how the characters continue with their life. i do agree there could have been more chemistry/development. i did love their friendship and supportiveness though!
overall: this is a sweet, slow burn romance with some fun world travelling, alongside social media/journalist drama. 🌞👒
AD/PR - please note this review is my 100% honest thoughts <3
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence and Bullying
Minor: Homophobia, Abandonment, and Abortion
jelavision's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
4.75
This was such a lovely book about two people on a journey to find themselves and find love. There's a bit of an enemies to lovers and forced proximity vibe as Dylan and Jack go on a trip around the world. Their relationship starts off terse but softens as they get to know each other. The banter throughout the book is really great. It helps reinforce the chemistry between Dylan and Jack. The romance is a drawn out slowburn, but it's done so well. And it leads to a great spicy scene. I appreciated how there wasn't a convoluted third act breakup. Instead the writer has a "break up" of sorts towards the end of the second act, which is refreshing. You get to see Dylan make amends; and, you get to see the relationship rebuild itself in such an organic way.
With the support of the other, Dylan and Jack alsoconfront traumas and parental neglect. Both suffered through instances of bullying and harassment. This helps both of leave behind instances that no longer work for them and move onto better for themselves.
(This would have been a 5 star rating except one particular part in the book aggravated me, so I had to drop it down .25.)
This will be a great book for those looking for an escape! To go on a journey of healing and love while experiencing new destinations!
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC!
With the support of the other, Dylan and Jack also
(This would have been a 5 star rating except one particular part in the book aggravated me, so I had to drop it down .25.)
This will be a great book for those looking for an escape! To go on a journey of healing and love while experiencing new destinations!
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Biphobia, Abandonment, and Abortion
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