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Chef's Choice by TJ Alexander

ourxstorybegins's review

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emotional funny fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I love Luna! I love Jean-Pierre! I love the roller coaster I was on cuz I really went from “wow this guy is annoying” to ““wow I feel bad for this guy” to “wow I love him actually” and got to experience that cycle AT LEAST twice while reading this book lmao. I love a good cooking romance and wow did this book give us a really punchable villain (Henri can GO STRAIGHT TO HELL) and a satisfying ending. Both characters are trans, and It was interesting seeing what they could relate on and how it contrasted with their personal backgrounds and how that impacted their lives and how they feel about their gender and such. Loved this, no notes, more please. 
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pie_rogue's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

amachattie's review

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emotional hopeful lighthearted tense fast-paced

4.0

apatty187's review

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funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.5

lookatjimmy's review against another edition

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4.0

Thank-you to Simon & Schuster, NetGalley, and TJ Alexander for the eARC!

Okay I won't lie, I was a bit leery at first because the first book in this series was, unfortunately, a bit of a let-down for me. However, I LOVED the concept of this one and, since I didn't DISLIKE the first one, decided to give this a shot and MAN am I glad I did!

This was everything I was hoping for and more. I loved both the MCs (which could not be said for CHEF'S KISS, unfortunately) and was thoroughly entertained with all their antics.

If the series continues — and I hope it does! — I will definitely be checking out future instalments. ◡̈

lablazlay5's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful lighthearted fast-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? No

3.75

kobrien1014's review against another edition

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emotional funny inspiring lighthearted fast-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? It's complicated

4.0

ekhrtly's review against another edition

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medium-paced
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

2.75

so_many_books's review against another edition

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funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

kittykolektor's review against another edition

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emotional funny inspiring fast-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? No

5.0

I loved this queer romance. It had some of my favorite tropes (fake dating and forced proximity/one bed), a cooking competition to win an inheritance, and a kick-ass climactic monologue! Throw in some longing and some spice and you’ve got a recipe for success.