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elisee's review against another edition
- 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
I followed the hype and, as it sometimes is, the hype was right. I don't think I've ever related to a protagonist so much while having a personality so wildly different to Olive's. She's bubbly, passionate, impulsive and incredibly smart, while Adam is rigorous, strict, closed-off but also ungodly smart. They're so obsessed with each other, they just make sense together.
The academic setting is amazing, and the science makes sense. As a fellow woman in STEM, I appreciate the topic being handled with the care that it deserves. Even the side characters feel like they could easily exist on a college campus. And the audiobook was incredible, Callie Dalton I want you to narrate my dreams.
5 stars
Graphic: Sexism, Sexual assault, and Sexual content
Moderate: Medical content, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Alcohol
readwithde's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
The MCs Olive and Adam were so fun (perfect grumpy/sunshine trope); I couldn't help but picture Daisy Ridley and Adam Driver the whole time. I liked how they took time figuring out the relationship and slowly getting to know each other; it was the best of slow burns with some pops of steam every time they were forced into looking more couple-y.
I wasn't a big fan of Olive's constant lies and fear of the truth, but I'm glad it was brought up several times; it is her character flaw, her defense mechanism after years of being alone.
I feel like the ending was a bit forced, a bit too quick. I feel like I needed a few more chapters
Overall, very cute, very fun, slow burn that explodes into a very steamy scene. Makes me want to go watch The Last Jedi.
Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Cancer, Terminal illness, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
lainiereads's review against another edition
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
One of my favorite things about their relationship is how kind Adam was to Olive the whole time. Even when she messed up, he was super sweet to her and always was making sure that she was okay. This is especially great since their relationship follows the grumpy x sunshine trope, so Adam was nice to her and her alone !! so cute.
Speaking of tropes, this is definitely a trope heavy story. I loved all the different rom-com moments that were included, so if you like trope-y things, you'll love this!
I think if I were to try and look at this book critically, there would be issues that I could bring up, but that's not really the point of reading this I think? I really believe that if you go into this expecting a cutesy romance, you'll love it. That's really all that matters!
My only critique of this book is literally just a personal preference, so really take this with a grain of salt and don't let it affect your feelings towards it: the spice in this book was a bit too much for me? I'm not a big fan of in depth spice scenes, and while there is only one sex scene in this book, it goes on waaaay too long for my comfort and there were just too many details and descriptions that I was not looking for. But I haven't seen anyone else have any issues with this aspect, so unless you are not into spice like I am, it is likely that you will not be bothered at all!
I should also probably mention that I did not love Olive's character as much as everyone else seems to. Don't get me wrong, I think she's fun and I enjoyed reading her perspective, but she was just TOO MUCH. She had an anxious breakdown after every single conversation! And like, I get it and I've been there, but it just felt a bit much that a grown woman had so little confidence! Part of the story deals with her lack of confidence, so it makes sense, but it was just a bit strange at times. Adam also seemed to struggle with his confidence in the relationship at times, so together they seemed more young than they were supposed to be. BUT, this made things cuter at times, so it worked out.
Okay moral of the story: really cute relationship/book, definitely 18+, super quick read. <3
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Cancer, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Alcohol
llamita's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Cancer, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Terminal illness and Grief
Minor: Cursing, Misogyny, Abandonment, and Alcohol
kenziebeck's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Cancer, Death of parent, and Alcohol