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Cricket by Willow Hadley

sandidev's review against another edition

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5.0

So sweet

I loved this book. It is a slow burn but so sweet and heartwarming.

I love Cricket she is is strong and secure with herself. They guys are all really great with distinct personalities that are easy to distinguish.

I love the world building and can’t wait to read more about this group.

I also love all the side characters and how supportive they are to Cricket.

I am really looking forward to reading the next book in the series.

rawlsreads's review against another edition

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5.0

This is a sweet, sweet love story between a witch and her (possibly) destined wolf mates. There are so many good vibes in this book. It's such an easy, sweet read. I've used sweet three times already in this review, but honestly, it's the best word to sum it up.

I loved Willow's other book [b:Of Moons and Monsters|57197382|Of Moons and Monsters (Of Moons and Monsters, #1)|Willow Hadley|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1614209255l/57197382._SY75_.jpg|89517674], so I thought I'd dive into this one with the third book coming out later this month.

The FMC
Cricket is a witch who's just coming into her powers. She's moved to Colorado right before her 18th birthday - when a witch's full power comes out. Her vibe is: go with the flow, be her best self and screw everyone else - I'm here for it.

She's a bit of a jack of all trades, but we as the reader are not here for conflict - we just want a nice love story with some good ol group dynamics to work out.

The Guys
Theo, Cas, & Hollis - three best friends that have grown up together and formed a pack. They each have their flaws and pasts, but they are here for each other no matter what. Theo is the alpha outgoing one, Cas is the moody, pretty one, and Hollis is the shy, sweet one. Honestly, I'm here for all these personalities and how they weave together to make a perfect little harem.

There is 100% insta-love in this one, but I'm good with that as this is more of a fated mate plotline than anything. It's really just sweet how they get to know each other and start to work out the dynamics of a group relationship.

The Smut
Guys, this one is a super, super slow burn. You get some kisses and a lot of pining. It'll build over time, but this is more one for all the feels.

vikcs's review

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Too happy-go-lucky, hippy , sunshine for my taste.

bookwormbetty's review against another edition

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5.0

Super cute, I loved this book, it wasn't all doom and gloom. The h knows about her power, she knows who she is and she doesn't care what anyone thinks. This is the first book in the series, the cover caught my attention and decided to give this book a go, and I am so happy I did. I can't wait for the second one.

debbie2232's review against another edition

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5.0

This was such a cute book! I really liked this story and all the characters were really cool!

Overall I’d give this 5 stars. I look forward to continuing this series!

bluepea's review against another edition

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slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

sstevens03's review against another edition

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emotional funny lighthearted relaxing 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

jackiestone's review

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3.0

I enjoyed this book. However, it was kinda cringey sometimes, and fell victim to YA tropes. The most in-your face being the “I’m not like other girls” trope. I cannot count how many times the guys were like, “you’re not like other girls. You eat food. Other girls DON’T like cheeseburgers. Oh my god, you eat SO MUCH, how do u have that incredibly skinny waist.” I don’t know man. It’s tired.

However, I actually really liked Cricket as a character. It’s not often that you have a female YA lead that is secure in her sexuality. Unlike so many other books, this female was not some delicate, pure virgin-flower. She knows what she wants. I appreciated that.

My last gripe with the book; it was incrediblyyyyy slow. Nothing happened throughout the entire book. And everything took place within a couple days. I just spent the entire time like… ok. So… when’s she gonna turn 18?

lthornsl's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

chelleyrenee's review against another edition

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3.25

This is cotton candy lol. Very sweet but it’s probably  won’t stick in my mind long. A very sweet light hearted RH. Low angst not a lot of drama. I’ll probably keep reading it he series in between more serious books. Cricket is a Mary sue but it’s not annoying me as much as it does in other books