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princessofsongs's review
emotional
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
5.0
sarahbowman101's review
3.0
The good: First of all, soccer players. I mean, come on. Aside from that, and despite the cliche of the heroine being a top-notch sports agent, the characters are completely likable. The sports hero isn't a jerk and the heroine isn't flighty and shallow. I'm not saying that the characters were extremely layered, but the approach to the characters was a bit more nuanced than other romance novels I've read lately. The romance is interracial, so I was worried about when Gemma's Jamaican parents show up. Turns out they aren't used as a comic backdrop or prop but instead have good relationships with both characters. Another plus, the sex was happy, varied, and fun.
The bad: Turns out what I like in a romance is the get-to-know-you bits. I love banter and that whole figuring out process. I don't like it as much when the main characters already know each other and the sizzle is already in process. In this book, when the main characters reunite, their chemistry from their previous relationship just automatically starts up again. No banter, no slow burn. Boo.
If not for that, this would have been an easy four star. Glad I discovered this author and will try others by her!
The bad: Turns out what I like in a romance is the get-to-know-you bits. I love banter and that whole figuring out process. I don't like it as much when the main characters already know each other and the sizzle is already in process. In this book, when the main characters reunite, their chemistry from their previous relationship just automatically starts up again. No banter, no slow burn. Boo.
If not for that, this would have been an easy four star. Glad I discovered this author and will try others by her!
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