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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
Thank you to netgalley for the arc of this book!
WOMEN IN STEM!!
I was really excited for this book since it was advertised as a book with academic rivals to lovers, but after reading it I found out this was not the case. It took me a while to get into it but that might be because I don't know much about robotics. The romance and the characters were written really well and I'm glad the romance didn't feel rushed. Overall I still think it was such a cute read and I would definitely recommend it!
WOMEN IN STEM!!
I was really excited for this book since it was advertised as a book with academic rivals to lovers, but after reading it I found out this was not the case. It took me a while to get into it but that might be because I don't know much about robotics. The romance and the characters were written really well and I'm glad the romance didn't feel rushed. Overall I still think it was such a cute read and I would definitely recommend it!
lighthearted
medium-paced
literally cutest shit ever, this was so adorable and such a quick read. I loved the pacing and the slow burn so much, I also love how it was somehow academic rivals to friends to lovers.. literally my favorite things combined.
One robotics team, a girl who can’t decide her future, and a boy who knows exactly what his future is finally clash and sparks fly. Bel is terrified of the future, she’s been avoiding her college apps, zero extracurriculars, and just wants to get by but when a missing assignment lands her on the robotics team her life is about to get turned upside down. Cue, Mateo Luna, the captain of the robotics club, handsome, talented, rich, and a genius with his life planned out. Teo and Bel couldn’t be more different from each other but surprisingly Bel has a knack for design and Teo is set on winning the competition. Soon they find themselves arguing and slowly getting to know more about each other and surprising the other. Bel couldn’t care less while Teo cares too much, and maybe they’ll both even each other and teach each other something that the other needs. This was a super cute enemies- to- lovers romance with a great focus on girls of color in STEM, the idea of finding a place for yourself at your own pace and knowing your limits, and about first love and finding a balance in your life. This was seriously such a great read and I couldn’t recommend it enough. Bel is a great protagonist and as a girl of color myself who did join a robotics club in high school and had a giant fear of college apps and thinking about my future, her struggles were relatable and she didn’t take things standing. Bel was a wonderful protagonist to read from. Teo was a cute love interest, yes he can be a bit rude but he acknowledges his mistakes and he does try and do better, he’s dealing with a lot of pressure and feeling like he needs to live up to everyone’s expectations and when he finally meets someone who doesn’t want anything from him he’s confused and a little thrown by how blunt and weird Bel is. Together they make a sweet pair, they’re partners in building a robot and friends who support one another, and two people who just want to follow their passions.
*Thanks Netgalley and Holiday House for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
*Thanks Netgalley and Holiday House for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
I enjoyed this much more than I expected!! Very cute!
5 stars i’m actually so fucking sick????? it was so funny and modern. i giggle and smiled and sighed. the story was so good and charming. i genuinely laughed so hard. i love the main character seriously… seriously love her. i don’t even know. my brain is mush its 2am and i read it in one sitting. goodnight thank you for this perfect read
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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:
Yes
So, so excellent. Girls can do ANYTHING. Bel and Tel were so cute and I truly loved the journey this book took me on.
slow-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
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes