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bookishllly's review against another edition
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This is a brilliant debut novel and the cover is beautiful. I loved how the past and present were mixed but yet distinct.
It was beautifully written and the author brilliantly captured the issues of race, gender and privilege and I connected with Kal on some level.
The story within the story (Danny’s parents’ love) was very good and interesting. The supporting characters were amazing, especially Bella and Neha and I hope they get their own stories.
As interesting as this was, I felt it was dragging on in some parts and all over the place. Both main characters were all over the place- blowing both hot and cold at the same time never quite reaching the temp to set the story on fire. Also, I would have loved Danny’s point of view.
If you love second chance romance, workplace romance with Hollywood background then you will enjoy this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Misogyny, and Bullying
Minor: Abandonment, Death of parent, and Grief
sdupont's review against another edition
emotional
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
4.0
I feel like this book could make a good limited series with all the drama and backdrop of the movie industry. I found Danny to be frustrating at times, he seemed so wishy washy and often did not think out how his actions or lack thereof would impact Kaliya. Equally as frustrating was the third act breakup. It was lengthy (unnecessarily) with quick resolution. I needed to see more work put in towards resolution as a couple so that it didn’t feel so rushed. That being said I did still enjoy reading this book. It is a solid romance by a debut author.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent, and Racism
Moderate: Classism, Sexism, and Misogyny
Minor: Sexual harassment
arireadsitall's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.0
This was a sweet and steamy second chance romance in the world of Hollywood. A little too much miscommunication for my liking but I did really enjoy the characters and the story building!!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny and Racism
Minor: Death of parent
simplysimone's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
5.0
Beautiful Black love story set in modern Hollywood
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief and Death of parent
Moderate: Misogyny, Racism, and Classism
Minor: Sexual harassment
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