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The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren

27 reviews

ms_elchert's review

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Classism

Moderate: Cancer, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Abandonment, and Alcohol

juanat77's review

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective tense 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

5.0

I rarely think that a romance novel is perfect but this one is close. The ending of the story was a bit rushed, but everything else makes up for it. I went in blind when pre-ordering the book and was so glad that I did. While the authors, Christina and Lauren were able to touch upon serious topics such as complicated family dynamics, financial struggles, and abandonment issues they were also able to flawlessly combine it with humor and witty banter. The main character, Anna, is both strong and witty while the the other main character Liam, is initially serious and could be considered a “stick in the mud” he does develop emotionally throughout the story. The chemistry and dynamics between the characters of Anna and Liam worked very well together as well. To me, this is the perfect beach/vacation read. The story made me eager to see what would happen next and I was always excited to get back to the book. I’d love to see some sort of continuation of this story especially with Liam’s brother Jake! I highly recommend!
5 stars!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Bullying, Cancer, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism

meltackett's review

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

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

5.0

Cute, sexy, lighthearted, fun beach or vacation read. Loved it! 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, and Gaslighting

singalana's review against another edition

funny inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I basically picked this book based on the cover because I was trying out a new audiobook app. I would have never guessed how thoroughly I'd end up enjoying this. 

Look, this book is the perfect beach read: fake dating on a paradise island. The only trouble on the horizon are extremely rich and obnoxious relatives. 

I was surprised that the main characters didn't annoy me, in fact I was rooting for them. The family dynamics and friendships were also interesting. 

And I'm sure no one is surprised that there's quite a lot of spice, but I was surprised how much plot there was! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Minor: Bullying, Child abuse, Cursing, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Abandonment, and Alcohol

rioreadsbooks's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

The Paradise Problem
Rating : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Loved it! I don't know how Christina Lauren does it, but they make you feel the coziest vibes whilst still setting the book in the middle of paradise. For me, this book had it all. It was funny, quick, light, serious (but not heavy), and a little spicy. The characters were extremely likable. Well, at least Liam (MMC) and Anna (FMC) were likable. IYKYK. I really enjoyed Anna's lightness and spunk, but I honestly related more to Liam and his structured, uptightness🤣. Together, their relationship development and banter was perfection, and it had me laughing out loud several times. I absolutely loved them together. The plot was well developed and well paced, and so easily kept my attention throughout. Also, another thing I love about this book and the Christina Lauren books I've read, is that the books have felt so well-rounded. The conclusion is so complete that it leaves you wanting nothing else. And not many books have given me that feeling. Basically, if you haven't read this book you should 😉

⚠️Warning⚠️
Language, low to medium spice, adult content

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Cursing and Sexual content

ceruleanseas's review

adventurous emotional funny reflective sad medium-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

4.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, and Classism

Moderate: Body shaming, Cancer, Child abuse, Cursing, and Alcohol

Minor: Drug use, Infidelity, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, and Colonisation

atamano'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? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, and Classism

Moderate: Body shaming, Cancer, Cursing, and Alcohol

Minor: Child abuse, Infidelity, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Injury/Injury detail

bringmybooks's review

emotional funny hopeful fast-paced

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

4.25

✨Bring✨ | Borrow | Bypass

Thank you to Edelweiss, Gallery Books, & Simon & Schuster for the opportunity to read and review this book before it's publication date! This in no way affected my review, opinions are my own.

Review: Another winner from Christina Lauren! (Which is good because the last one I read from them was Something Wilder and that was ... not it)

There was a bit of suspending disbelief to make this one work, but in a way that felt fun and escapist instead of ridiculous. I genuinely loved the relationship between the two MCs, and the fake dating trope worked really well here. 

There's honestly not a whole lot to say other than I've read 13 of Christina Lauren's books (starting after the Beautiful Bastard series, so I can't speak for those) and I would solidly recommend this one!
 

Overall Rating: ★★★★ / 4.25 

 

Rating each element of the book out of 5★ 

Characters ★★★★ 

Atmosphere ★★★ 

Writing ★★★★ 

Plot ★★★★ 

Intrigue ★★★★ 

Logic ★★★ 

Enjoyment ★★★★ 

Pacing ★★★★ 

Dialogue ★★★★ 

★ did not like / ★★ it was okay / ★★★ liked it / ★★★★ really liked it / ★★★★★ loved it

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Bullying, Cancer, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Gaslighting, Alcohol, and Classism

han_pear's review

emotional funny lighthearted medium-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

4.75

I absolutely loved this book from the very beginning, I’ve never related to a main character more in a book. If you’ve ever been in a relationship/ friendship and they are CLEARLY in a much higher tax bracket than you, you’ll relate to Anna Green. Her dialogue had me in stitches the entire book. I wanted so badly to be in paradise with them and watch all this juicy family drama unfold. Absolutely perfect read for the summer, especially on a porch with a rocking chair, highly recommend!!! <3

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Cursing, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, and Classism

Minor: Chronic illness, Stalking, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Sexual harassment

emetrock's review against another edition

emotional funny medium-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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship

Moderate: Cursing and Gaslighting

Minor: Cancer, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment