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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
Well written, still disappointed
I was really hoping when we met Rita that she’d be a good communicator and express her feelings well. The chemistry and slow burn in this book were fantastic… but yet again, we have another heroine running from the man she loves instead of being an adult and properly expressing what she feels in a healthy manner. I was really hoping that aspect of the book would be different- that she’d communicate her worries, they’d solve them together, and we’d get a happy ending without the unnecessary martyrdom that romance heroines seem to put us through.
I was really hoping when we met Rita that she’d be a good communicator and express her feelings well. The chemistry and slow burn in this book were fantastic… but yet again, we have another heroine running from the man she loves instead of being an adult and properly expressing what she feels in a healthy manner. I was really hoping that aspect of the book would be different- that she’d communicate her worries, they’d solve them together, and we’d get a happy ending without the unnecessary martyrdom that romance heroines seem to put us through.
slow-paced
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I loved this book!! I was gonna complain about not getting Luke’s point of view while Rita was in India but then we were graced with an exclusive bonus chapter from his point of view.
I do wonder where his fighting skills came from. I wonder if I missed something or if it wasn’t really explained.
I do wonder where his fighting skills came from. I wonder if I missed something or if it wasn’t really explained.
what a delightful and fun read!! i loved both rita and luke’s characters separately but together ? they were just chef’s kiss
emotional
hopeful
slow-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 really loved these characters. The story fleshed out both emotionally, and gave an engaging story arc in this Cinderella trope story. The issues faced by the FMC are realistic. The MMC is a billionaire, but the notions of the struggle between a work identity and a home identity, and the origins of extreme wealth are explored, as well.
I chose this book specifically because of the BIPOC author, and characters. As an added plus, the book was not set in Britain, rather it was set in Barcelona.
Few books leave me reluctant to leave the characters. I did not want the story to end. I may just have to read it over again, right away to make sure they get that HEA.
I chose this book specifically because of the BIPOC author, and characters. As an added plus, the book was not set in Britain, rather it was set in Barcelona.
Few books leave me reluctant to leave the characters. I did not want the story to end. I may just have to read it over again, right away to make sure they get that HEA.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Toxic relationship, Dementia
4.25⭐️. Rita Singh is a meal-prep chef for billionaire, Luke Abbott - and let’s just say, they do not get along. Despite being employed by Luke, Rita has no problem telling him all the reasons she despises him and his company. Luke has an upcoming business event, where Rita could really help seal the deal. This is an enemies to friends to fake dating (!) to lovers (?) that you won’t wanna miss!
I absolutely adored this story! The banter between Luke and Rita reminded me of Red, White, & Royal Blue in how they roast-flirted with each other. The side stories were interesting, the build up was believable - just all around great book! If you love enemies to lovers, fake dating, one bed, grumps, and billionaire romance, you don’t wanna miss this!
Thank you Sookh for the advanced readers copy!
I absolutely adored this story! The banter between Luke and Rita reminded me of Red, White, & Royal Blue in how they roast-flirted with each other. The side stories were interesting, the build up was believable - just all around great book! If you love enemies to lovers, fake dating, one bed, grumps, and billionaire romance, you don’t wanna miss this!
Thank you Sookh for the advanced readers copy!