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zoelyn's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-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 book started out slow and didn’t really grab my attention ever, but I enjoyed the development of Max and Lina’s characters. The plot was solid. The descriptions of Lina’s “wall” and the progress of it coming down for Max was sweet. I really enjoyed that. Lina’s family is so supportive and strong! I loved learning about Lina's heritage and Brazilian culture.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Minor: Sexism
ticktock's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, and Sexual content
zombiezami's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
While I liked the characters, this felt pretty much like a paint-by-numbers romance plot. Nothing really wowed me, but it was still a solid story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Cursing
Minor: Sexism, Misogyny, Racism, and Toxic relationship
spearly's review against another edition
funny
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? Yes
4.0
“Max, do me a favor, will you?”
He takes a step in my direction, his eyes pleading for forgiveness. “Anything.”
“Get. The fuck. Out.”
When Lina is recruited to interview for an amazing job opportunity at the Cartwright Hotel, the last thing she expects to see is her ex-fiance walk in. What's worse, he's there with his brother, Max, the one who convinced him not to marry her. On their Wedding day. And worst of all, she has to work with Max on her pitch for the job that would solve all her money issues.
What a cute read! I loved the incorporation of Brazilian culture, language, and tradition, and especially loved Lina as a protagonist. She was a dang pleasure to read about. And, as I usually do with dual POV books, I fell a little in love with Max, too. There was something so refreshing about their relationship - you see a lot of melodrama in adult romances, and I was relieved when the conflict of The Worst Best Man veered away from that toward a more mature fall-out.
I wholly understood where Lina was coming from, as a woman of colour existing in the world - specifically an afro-latinx - having to work extra hard not to be seen as ~emotional~ or ~fiesty~, and therefore coming across as unattached and dispassionate. Her past relationships and jobs informed the way she has to move through the world now. And it was extra lovely to see Max break down those walls, to see the way they complimented each other, challenged each other, and were eventually able to be vulnerable with one another.
And Max's own insecurities were some that I struggle with myself. He was never sure of his place with Lina, always worried that, because she'd been engaged to his brother, he would always be second choice. And when it came down to it, I understood how we got from point A to point B. I understood
A quick read. Some good steamy scenes. Mature love. Everything I was craving after a few duds. Can't wait to read more from Mia Sosa!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Sexism, Misogyny, and Racism
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