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The Love Wager

Lynn Painter

3.84 AVERAGE

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kristin_bee's review

4.0

I liked this one better than the first book! This story revolves around Olivia’s brother, Jack, and the part-time bartender he meets at her wedding. Jack and Hallie have good/instant chemistry and it is obvious from the get-go that these two are end game, but Hallie was burned by a long term relationship and Jack rushed into his last relationship—so they decide to be each other’s wingperson. A good rom com and easy end-of-summer read!
funny lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

jadeylol's review

2.0

why is this the second book in a row that has mentioned Taylor Swift? anyways, this book was annoying. On the positive side, some moments were cute and sometimes the banter was good. It was funny sometimes, as it did make me laugh a little. The negatives outweigh it tho. First of all, why does he call her Tiny Bartender or TB for short. That’s the worst nickname i’ve ever read. Second of all, I couldn’t get over the fact that he was sabotaging her relationship. It just made me dislike him because it was a highkey a red flag. Third of all, the miscommunication my god. Can you both just sit down and talk like actual adults please? Like how could they not tell they were having feelings for each other after weekend of “fake dating”. This book was predictable and bad and I hope I find a good book soon before I loose my mind.
lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

abbycruzan's review

2.0

I’m sorry Lynn, this one didn’t hit for me. It might for others but here are my thoughts:

Oof, bleh, ugh

evieharvatt's review

4.0

so funny and they’re both so cute! a bit of a slow burn but still super enjoyable

gallifreygirl42's review

4.0

This book had all the tropes lol.
emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Loveable characters: Yes
lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
Loveable characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
emotional funny hopeful reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No