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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
SUMMARY:
after being almost cancelled, social media influencer jenny lynton moves back to her hometown, sapphire springs, for a few months to let things cool off. while there, she runs into blake, someone who she thought always hated her in high school, despite being the only two out girls in their year. but blake didn’t actually hate jenny, she’s actually just super awkward around people she has a crush on. they decide to try out a casual fling while jenny is in town. but what happens when she leaves?
WHAT I LIKED:
sapphire springs sounds like the best little town to live in. small town romances are dangerous for me to read as they romanticize the small town life, and i know deep down i’d be miserable (bc i love me some starbies), but in my head it’s always ‘look how happy __ & ___ were!!” elizabeth luly paints the perfect picture of a picturesque little small town that is accepting of everyone. blake and jenny were so sweet together, and i absolutely loved the ending. such a sweet romance!
WHAT I DIDN’T LIKE:
my only criticism is that the ending felt a little rushed to me.
TLDR:
absolutely recommend this book to get you into the fall mood! recommended to anyone who loves small town romances, hopelessly awkward lesbians, and friends-with-benefits (aka lets just get it out of our system aka idiots to lovers 🙂)
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was super sweet! Personally I would have liked a slightly spicier story, but I know for some people that’s going to be a benefit. This definitely has me looking forward to lower temperatures and fall days!
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was cute, like I'd hoped, and the book was filled with fun, cosy scenes. But for some reason, something didn't click for me, and I never felt emotionally invested. I think it was the writing style, which just didn't work for me, and made me cringe a couple of times, especially when it came to the influencer storyline and her being "cancelled" and the things she would post. I don't think this will be very memorable for me.
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
funny
hopeful
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