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nicolac's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
talkingchicle's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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
Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This was incredibly hilarious to read! I had a ball of a time with it. Yinka is 31 and single and her mum and aunties never let her forget it. On top of this she has just been made redundant at a company she's spent years at. Instead of admitting this though, she get's caught up in the moment and lies.
As a POC this story hit home a bit. You see how Yinka is struggling under the pressures of her culture and you see the lengths she goes to to avoid disappointing her family. On top of all this she's pitted against her friends and family, who are deemed to be 'more successful' than her because they are married and starting families. There's also the gossiping element. Anyone that's grown up in black or brown culture will know gossip spreads like wildfire, especially within the aunties.
This reminded me a bit of Bridget Jones and I was laughing a lot throughout. I also appreciated the London references, as someone who was born and raised in London I enjoyed being able to visualise the places described in the story.
This was incredibly hilarious to read! I had a ball of a time with it. Yinka is 31 and single and her mum and aunties never let her forget it. On top of this she has just been made redundant at a company she's spent years at. Instead of admitting this though, she get's caught up in the moment and lies.
As a POC this story hit home a bit. You see how Yinka is struggling under the pressures of her culture and you see the lengths she goes to to avoid disappointing her family. On top of all this she's pitted against her friends and family, who are deemed to be 'more successful' than her because they are married and starting families. There's also the gossiping element. Anyone that's grown up in black or brown culture will know gossip spreads like wildfire, especially within the aunties.
This reminded me a bit of Bridget Jones and I was laughing a lot throughout. I also appreciated the London references, as someone who was born and raised in London I enjoyed being able to visualise the places described in the story.
a_tanya's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Found the MC self destructive and a little selfish, which I understand is the point, but it’s the kind of character I struggle with when reading. The commentary on desirability was relatable. Not enough side character development, but a nice light read.
readingwithjj's review against another edition
2.0
As someone not of Yinka culture, I didn't relate to this book therefore was very annoyed with her actions. I finished the book because I wanted to know how it would end, but I was over it. I think if I had a better understanding of the culture or lived her experience I would have enjoyed the book more. The plot wasn't horrible or anything which is why I was able to finish it but I was annoyed with Yinka so much and felt like she just needed to grow up and act lie an adult.
lcg527's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
crosara's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
ask_dorrey54's review against another edition
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
3.75
emreadsbooksagain's review against another edition
2.0
Very easy read rom-com type book. Great representation. Writing style felt a bit not fully formed though.
booksrachelreads's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 ⭐️ I liked a lot of the themes and representation in this book: a Christian main character who is struggling with family and social pressures to change herself to find love? Here for that. I loved the strong friendships and the value of emotional and mental health and how counseling can better your life and your relationships. But there were parts of the writing and dialogue that felt simplistic to me which is what kept it from being a higher rating. But this was a fun read overall
readingwithrae's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars.
messy protagonists, you will always be famous. this was so good! ngl, this probably wouldn't have been on my radar if it wasn't my book club's july pick, but i'm so glad i got to chance to read such a poignant and interesting book.
messy protagonists, you will always be famous. this was so good! ngl, this probably wouldn't have been on my radar if it wasn't my book club's july pick, but i'm so glad i got to chance to read such a poignant and interesting book.