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3.52 AVERAGE
3.52 AVERAGE
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A cute light read! Also if you’re interested in those small town stories where everyone knows each other this is for you.
The Only Game in Town
By Lacie Waldon
Rating: ★★.5
Read if you like:
・ Small town
・ Multiple POV
・ Grumpy/sunshine
・ Enemies-to-lovers
The Only Game in Town is a slightly-underwhelming piece of chick lit that posits itself as a contemporary romance. Was this an enjoyable book? Yes, sort-of. Was it a romance? No, not really. I am still on the fence about how many stars to give this book, so I’ll just stick to giving my honest thoughts.
This book started off strong. The enemies-to-lovers, grumpy/sunshine tension was there, the meet-cute was there, the engaging plot was there. The minute this book began to go ary was when it switched to Jess’s Father’s POV. As cute as her father is, I did not want to hear from him during the story of his daughter’s budding romance. Similarly, I most certainly did NOT want to hear from Nikki. While I enjoyed the reconciliation between Jess and Nikki, it should have been a subplot rather than a focal point of the book. Another part of this book that turned me off was the slight sexual tension between Jess’s dad and Nikki. Gross – that is all that needs to be said. Finally, the general plot of the book was too predictable and Carter’s decision toward the end was too out of character for him to feel like a satisfactory ending as a reader.
I will say, however, that this book was unique and fun at times. I loved the town-drama, the intersting personalities, Jasper’s last letter to Carter, and the romance between Carter and Jess. I would recommend this book *if* you like this author, but I want to caution you that this is not *really* a romance and that other books might be a better use of your time.
Much thanks to the author and NetGalley for the advanced readers' copy.
By Lacie Waldon
Rating: ★★.5
Read if you like:
・ Small town
・ Multiple POV
・ Grumpy/sunshine
・ Enemies-to-lovers
The Only Game in Town is a slightly-underwhelming piece of chick lit that posits itself as a contemporary romance. Was this an enjoyable book? Yes, sort-of. Was it a romance? No, not really. I am still on the fence about how many stars to give this book, so I’ll just stick to giving my honest thoughts.
This book started off strong. The enemies-to-lovers, grumpy/sunshine tension was there, the meet-cute was there, the engaging plot was there. The minute this book began to go ary was when it switched to Jess’s Father’s POV. As cute as her father is, I did not want to hear from him during the story of his daughter’s budding romance. Similarly, I most certainly did NOT want to hear from Nikki. While I enjoyed the reconciliation between Jess and Nikki, it should have been a subplot rather than a focal point of the book. Another part of this book that turned me off was the slight sexual tension between Jess’s dad and Nikki. Gross – that is all that needs to be said. Finally, the general plot of the book was too predictable and Carter’s decision toward the end was too out of character for him to feel like a satisfactory ending as a reader.
I will say, however, that this book was unique and fun at times. I loved the town-drama, the intersting personalities, Jasper’s last letter to Carter, and the romance between Carter and Jess. I would recommend this book *if* you like this author, but I want to caution you that this is not *really* a romance and that other books might be a better use of your time.
Much thanks to the author and NetGalley for the advanced readers' copy.
medium-paced
4⭐️
Super cute, fun and easy read. Lacie Waldon is the perfect author if you are in a reading slump or looking for something simple to read on the beach! I also
recommend the layover by her🙃
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Cute storyline but a little slow and repetitive.
Also, why not more on Ross's story? A little too surface level for being that big of a problem for Jess to face.
Nikki was the character I didn't know I needed until the book became a bit of a slog.
Also, why not more on Ross's story? A little too surface level for being that big of a problem for Jess to face.
Nikki was the character I didn't know I needed until the book became a bit of a slog.
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
There is a lot to like about The Only Game in Town by Lacie Waldon. Small town with loveable characters. Whacky competition organized by dead benefactor. Cozy family vibes and enemies that become friends. It’s a sweet book.
This was more about Jess loving her hometown than the relationship between Jess and Carter. It’s a light hearted, cozy story I’m sure many readers will enjoy. 3.5/5 Stars
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for this ARC. #TheOnlyGameinTown #NetGalley
This was more about Jess loving her hometown than the relationship between Jess and Carter. It’s a light hearted, cozy story I’m sure many readers will enjoy. 3.5/5 Stars
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for this ARC. #TheOnlyGameinTown #NetGalley
This book was not your typical romance, and that was fine by me! I loved that we not only got the POV from the MC's but from a few others in the story. We think we know everything, but we never do! When Jasper dies, he leaves the money to the town, but they have to compete to see who will win! He pairs them up with their rivals and that's where the fun happens. When they think they have the worst luck ever and things are not going their way, it turns out that he knew what was best for them. Sometimes you just need to face the thing that is haunting you and it will put your fears to rest.
Carter is in town for his grandpa's funeral but also joins in on the fun. He can't help but fall for the crazy girl Jess, that everyone seems to love, well, except her partner. Jess had come home to be with her father, she has no dreams outside of her little town. Everything here feels like home to her and she doens't ever want to leave. When she starts to get closer to Carter, who is from the big city, she knows it is only fleeting.
Jasper hoped to pass on his love for the town to Carter and hoped that he would find a family there too. The book was just so uplifting and at times, very emotional, but true to form, it has a perfect HEA.
Thank you to Penguin, Lacie Waldon and Netgalley for an early copy.
Carter is in town for his grandpa's funeral but also joins in on the fun. He can't help but fall for the crazy girl Jess, that everyone seems to love, well, except her partner. Jess had come home to be with her father, she has no dreams outside of her little town. Everything here feels like home to her and she doens't ever want to leave. When she starts to get closer to Carter, who is from the big city, she knows it is only fleeting.
Jasper hoped to pass on his love for the town to Carter and hoped that he would find a family there too. The book was just so uplifting and at times, very emotional, but true to form, it has a perfect HEA.
Thank you to Penguin, Lacie Waldon and Netgalley for an early copy.