Reviews tagging 'Gaslighting'

The Deal by Elle Kennedy

30 reviews

marissaann's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Physical abuse and Rape

Moderate: Child abuse and Gaslighting

booksbymae's review

emotional funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

4.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual harassment, Rape, and Sexual assault

Moderate: Death of parent, Emotional abuse, and Gaslighting

knmed's review against another edition

medium-paced

5.0

This book too me by surprise. After the first few chapters I thought I would be too annoyed by the writing to finish, but decided to give it more of a chance because I like hockey romances and fake dating so much. The writing is actually really good, witty, and realistic. There was no miscommunication or eye rolling “just be adults” moments, like most romances. The spice was pretty good, but I will say “my sex” when referring to a vagina really bothers me and is used by Elle Kennedy. But really this book had me laughing and smiling. I loved the banter and the realness of the book.  

I loved that all the drama of the book was not normal romance plot devices that usually really bother me but instead about Hannah’s recital/sexual assault stuff and Garrett’s dad <\spoiler>.  

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Rape, Domestic abuse, and Sexual assault

Moderate: Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Violence

Minor: Death of parent

ekcd_'s review

lighthearted fast-paced

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

2.75

fake-dating, enemies-to-friends-to-lovers and good spice (chapter 24 I believe) 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Alcohol and Sexual content

Minor: Child abuse, Sexual assault, Rape, Mental illness, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual violence, Stalking, Gaslighting, and Physical abuse

mickeyisnthere's review

emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content

Moderate: Death of parent and Gaslighting

modjeskapup's review

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? Yes

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gaslighting, Child abuse, and Rape

kendrakeuler's review against another edition

funny lighthearted slow-paced

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

4.75

This book is so good. Garret is one of the best men he makes Hannah feel safe and never forced her to do anything he also fell first. Hannah and garrets relationship is gold. There isn't to much sports stuff that's it's  just a sports book. The boys also have such a good friendship that's so supportive.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Grief, Mental illness, Rape, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Gaslighting, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Sexual violence, Terminal illness, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Child abuse, Alcohol, Cancer, Alcoholism, and Death

Moderate: Mental illness, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Alcohol, Cursing, Emotional abuse, and Grief

Minor: Cursing, Grief, Mental illness, Stalking, and Bullying

culzean's review

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective sad tense fast-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Body shaming, Bullying, Cursing, Grief, Death of parent, Drug use, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Alcohol, Cancer, Classism, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Gaslighting, Physical abuse, Blood, Body horror, Misogyny, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Torture, and Violence

writteninthebooks's review

lighthearted fast-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

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content, Gaslighting, Physical abuse, and Rape

booksbytheglass's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted reflective 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

hello new guilty pleasure read!! 😮‍💨🤌🏼

I seriously squealed while reading this book … SQUEALED! and laughed and smiled and teared up - it was the absolute perfect blend of emotions we have to stan

hannah and garrett hit SO many tropes (and favorites of mine thank youuu): fake dating, one bed, enemies to lovers, guy falls first 

like please just unalive me it’ll be less emotional 🫠

the story follows a typical collegiate romance story with a “will they won’t they” followed by a third-act breakup (🤮) - but the DRAMA y’all I was so here for it

I normally hate the very dramatic side characters who seem absolutely determined to ruin the MC’s life - but everyone just fit so perfectly with the story!!

and from someone who has gone through similar situations as hannah, thank you. thank you for making us seem seen and unbroken. healing is a long road, but it’s so wonderful to see yourself in characters’ trauma as well 🫶🏼

I will now be devouring the rest of the series thank you very much 

rating: 5 stars
wine pairing: columbia valley rosé

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, and Gaslighting