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4.0 AVERAGE
4.0 AVERAGE
personally if i was dating a millionaire and he wanted to pay for things for me i would say "yes please"
I received an ARC from Netgalley and I am happy to give my review.
I loved the first book in this series featuring Nesto and Jude. The audiobook was top notch and the characters felt so alive to me. I honestly squealed when I was given the ARC for the second book American Fairytale.
This book definitely didn’t disappoint. It stars Camilo (social worker and friend from the first book) and uber rich Tom. They meet at a fundraising gala, have a steamy hookup, and leave without sharing phone numbers. Not long after Tom decides to donate money to a domestic abuse shelter which coincidentally Camilo works at. Tom wants to know Camilo more so he arranges for weekly meetings to over the status of the project. Boom. They fall in love and live happily ever after. Not.
They have some ups and downs. Tom is learning how to be a better partner after his divorce and knows life is easier when you have money. Camilo is trying to care for his mother who suffers from depression which means long work hours and being available at the drop of a hat. He’s been burned in past relationships by prioritizing his mom and Tom’s nonchalant way of solving issues with taking control irritates him.
This story is heartwarming and these two together were lovely. I was charmed by the diverse cultures in their friend groups and the stories of immigration and family devotion. I’m giving this book four stars only because it seemed a little too easy. I didn’t see a lot of character progression that screamed “I changed for you!” I would definitely recommend this book and this series. I can’t wait for the next book about Easton and Patrice.
I loved the first book in this series featuring Nesto and Jude. The audiobook was top notch and the characters felt so alive to me. I honestly squealed when I was given the ARC for the second book American Fairytale.
This book definitely didn’t disappoint. It stars Camilo (social worker and friend from the first book) and uber rich Tom. They meet at a fundraising gala, have a steamy hookup, and leave without sharing phone numbers. Not long after Tom decides to donate money to a domestic abuse shelter which coincidentally Camilo works at. Tom wants to know Camilo more so he arranges for weekly meetings to over the status of the project. Boom. They fall in love and live happily ever after. Not.
They have some ups and downs. Tom is learning how to be a better partner after his divorce and knows life is easier when you have money. Camilo is trying to care for his mother who suffers from depression which means long work hours and being available at the drop of a hat. He’s been burned in past relationships by prioritizing his mom and Tom’s nonchalant way of solving issues with taking control irritates him.
This story is heartwarming and these two together were lovely. I was charmed by the diverse cultures in their friend groups and the stories of immigration and family devotion. I’m giving this book four stars only because it seemed a little too easy. I didn’t see a lot of character progression that screamed “I changed for you!” I would definitely recommend this book and this series. I can’t wait for the next book about Easton and Patrice.
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
DNF @ 30%. I gave this author another try after not really loving the first book in the series. The storylines have potential, the characters are interesting in themselves, but the writing style doesn’t suit me. The characters’ emotional reactions feel very uneven, and they seem to be in a constant state of see-sawing between instant overwhelming attraction and irritation with themselves and others? It’s an unusual combination that doesn’t work for me. It’s too bad because the narrator Sean Crisden does an excellent job of the voices and accents throughout.
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
I keep loving this series. I love the characters; I love Milo and his family, I love his strength and his love, and his compromise to make the world a bit better.
And I love Tom, even when he keeps making mistakes, keep confusing love with 'fixing' everything for the loved one. It's frustrating, yes, and you'll get angry. but you'll also understand that his actions, albeit misguided, are born of love and compassion.
This is, indeed, a fairy-tale, but one that discusses a lot of hard issues given Milo's work and both, Milo and Tom's family's history. And it feels real, even with the 'charming prince' with lots and lots of money :P
And I'm still loving Sean Crisden's narration. Shee's I hope the third book is already out as an audiobook!
And I love Tom, even when he keeps making mistakes, keep confusing love with 'fixing' everything for the loved one. It's frustrating, yes, and you'll get angry. but you'll also understand that his actions, albeit misguided, are born of love and compassion.
This is, indeed, a fairy-tale, but one that discusses a lot of hard issues given Milo's work and both, Milo and Tom's family's history. And it feels real, even with the 'charming prince' with lots and lots of money :P
And I'm still loving Sean Crisden's narration. Shee's I hope the third book is already out as an audiobook!
challenging
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent
Minor: Gaslighting, Classism
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
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
While I didn't like it as much as [b:American Dreamer|42983586|American Dreamer (Dreamers #1)|Adriana Herrera|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1543514360l/42983586._SY75_.jpg|66820163], I still liked American Fairytale quite a bit. Camilo and Thomas were likable leads, and I think the supporting cast (some of who have/will have their own books) was very well developed. I liked the New York that was depicted and I think the challenges that Camilo and Thomas faced were very real. The resolution to their greatest conflict was also very nice.