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jada7aaliyah's review against another edition
4.0
Not as spicy as the title and cover suggest! A good tug of war between the love interests
dhhiggs77's review against another edition
4.0
Passionate...
I enjoyed this story... The passion between Akila and Carlos was palpable. While I like that Akila was focused and principled I was ready to get violent with her for my boy Carlos!!! I was honestly torn by this story. It spoke to my real life sensibilities but my sense of romance was conflicted. That conflict was a testament to the great story that Danielle told. Flawed and layered characters that were relatable, plus grey sweatpants and hot sex!!! Awesome sauce š.
I enjoyed this story... The passion between Akila and Carlos was palpable. While I like that Akila was focused and principled I was ready to get violent with her for my boy Carlos!!! I was honestly torn by this story. It spoke to my real life sensibilities but my sense of romance was conflicted. That conflict was a testament to the great story that Danielle told. Flawed and layered characters that were relatable, plus grey sweatpants and hot sex!!! Awesome sauce š.
snoopybookworm's review against another edition
5.0
This book was really cute in so many ways, but Iām still a bit unsure about the role of race in the story. While Iām pretty certain the main characters are black, the main focus of the book is gender and sexism, which is totally cool, except there were a few situations where I felt race was pertinent.
During a confrontation with a white man, the comments he made about her were mostly sexist, but definitely inspired by feelings of racism too. The dynamic is hard to ignore and I kind of wish there was more recognition of that.
At the same time, POC deserve stories that arenāt centered around their race and this was a beautiful example of that. I really enjoyed this and look forward to more from Danielle Allen!
During a confrontation with a white man, the comments he made about her were mostly sexist, but definitely inspired by feelings of racism too. The dynamic is hard to ignore and I kind of wish there was more recognition of that.
At the same time, POC deserve stories that arenāt centered around their race and this was a beautiful example of that. I really enjoyed this and look forward to more from Danielle Allen!
lsgway04's review against another edition
5.0
Dope
Good lawd this was a great story! The story of how theses "new" dudes think and how they peddle that toxic mindset to those guys who are less sure of themselves. Carlos was the exception, of said attitude toward women and although it took him a while being "trash adjacent", he did get it. Akila, was the voice of many young women need while trying to date and navigate in this new dating game. Can't wait for Cuffing Season
Good lawd this was a great story! The story of how theses "new" dudes think and how they peddle that toxic mindset to those guys who are less sure of themselves. Carlos was the exception, of said attitude toward women and although it took him a while being "trash adjacent", he did get it. Akila, was the voice of many young women need while trying to date and navigate in this new dating game. Can't wait for Cuffing Season
magskabs's review against another edition
5.0
I've been waiting for this book for awhile and I was NOT disappointed. Let me start off by saying I know I wasn't the only one attracted to this because of the cover lol. Going into this I wasn't expecting the feels I would get from this read. I don't think I've ever rooted for a couple like I did Akila and Carlos. The chemistry between the two was off the charts. Akila was a strong woman who EVERYTHING and more! When I say everything I mean, she was a strong heroine who was 100% true to herself and wasn't afraid to tackle things head-on. Danielle Allen didn't disappoint with Carlos the hero was swoon worthy. Like Akila, Carlos stood 100% behind his beliefs, was protective over those he cared about and dedicated to his craft.
The objectification of women has been around for ages, but its become increasingly popular as social media gets more popular. What I loved about this read was the topic it covered and the way Danielle Allen went about it. The fact that the heroine was a strong feminist who wasn't afraid to fight for the cause made me love her even more. I would most definitely recommend this book!!!!
The objectification of women has been around for ages, but its become increasingly popular as social media gets more popular. What I loved about this read was the topic it covered and the way Danielle Allen went about it. The fact that the heroine was a strong feminist who wasn't afraid to fight for the cause made me love her even more. I would most definitely recommend this book!!!!
kayy_jayy's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it!!!
I loved Akila! Her personality was shown effortlessly as the author guided us through her emotions! Carlos was a bit of a mystery! I really enjoyed this book and the themes it explored.
I loved Akila! Her personality was shown effortlessly as the author guided us through her emotions! Carlos was a bit of a mystery! I really enjoyed this book and the themes it explored.
sodrewrites's review against another edition
5.0
Loved. This. Book. So. Much.
Coming back with a review soon.
Coming back with a review soon.
readingwithjanelle's review against another edition
5.0
Loved reading this book. Let me tell you when I started I had no idea who the author was or how she looked but all I could think about the characters before any physical description was given of them were that they HAD to be black. No way in hell could they be anything but black and to my surprise when I looked into the author she was a black woman and as the book progressed my assumptions were correct. There is just something about our culture that when youāre reading and you have the strong opinion about the character being black 99.99% of the time you are right.
I loved Akila homegirl was strong, opinionated, stood up for what she believed in and doesnāt take shit from anyone. Iāve said time and time again that these are my favourite traits in heroines. She also very protective of those she care about and I respect that because just as she did for her sister I would do the same my little brother; no one messes with him and think they can just get away with it. Carlos, Carlos, Carlos I really loved him for her and the synergy that they both had with each other. Iām glad he was raised right and knew how to treat women and that his heart is the right place but at times I just wanted to cuss him out and I thank my girl Akila for making him come to realisation that though you may have morals and standards but if the people around you are a certain way and you donāt hold them accountable for their actions you are just as bad because you are complicit that what they are doing and also enabling them. Iām glad that he made that discovery with the help of one of my now favourite heroineās wise words. I honestly loved the ending of this book and the message Akila gave and the way she portrayed it, what a queen!!
I loved Akila homegirl was strong, opinionated, stood up for what she believed in and doesnāt take shit from anyone. Iāve said time and time again that these are my favourite traits in heroines. She also very protective of those she care about and I respect that because just as she did for her sister I would do the same my little brother; no one messes with him and think they can just get away with it. Carlos, Carlos, Carlos I really loved him for her and the synergy that they both had with each other. Iām glad he was raised right and knew how to treat women and that his heart is the right place but at times I just wanted to cuss him out and I thank my girl Akila for making him come to realisation that though you may have morals and standards but if the people around you are a certain way and you donāt hold them accountable for their actions you are just as bad because you are complicit that what they are doing and also enabling them. Iām glad that he made that discovery with the help of one of my now favourite heroineās wise words. I honestly loved the ending of this book and the message Akila gave and the way she portrayed it, what a queen!!