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4.02 AVERAGE
4.02 AVERAGE
⭐️ 4.5 stars! ⭐️
There are certain stories that have you smiling without the realization of doing so. Stories that have a gift for lifting spirits and putting readers in an undoubtedly happy mood. Boyfriend Material easily fits under this description, with it’s consistently humorous narrative and lovely romance.
~★~ What is this book about? ~★~
Luc O'Donell is the son of two rock stars ...and its brought him nothing but trouble. He hasn't heard from his father since he walked out on their family when he was three, and now—after two decades of radio silence—his father's decided to make a comeback to the music scene. Which is very bad for Luc and his tendency to attract bad paparazzi.
When a less-than-ideal photo of Luc begins to circulate the internet, Luc decides that a fake-but-respectable boyfriend is what he needs to clean up his public image. His only willing candidate, the very posh Oliver Blackwood, is in need of a fake boyfriend for similar reasons, leading the pair to attempt navigating a relationship that is definitely not real.
~★~
I can’t stop pondering how Alexis Hall maintained a narrative that was as so unfalteringly funny throughout this book. From the opening page, Luc’s internal monologue is effortlessly amusing, and it continues to be so until the very end. Even better still was the fact that Hall knew when to tone things down for more emotional scenes. Luc's mental health is certainly not shied away from, and I loved witnessing his gradual recognition and growth away from his unhealthy coping mechanisms.
I loved the way the romance unfolded. Luc and Oliver both had their trust issues, but were able to work through and road-bumps slowly and reassuringly. There was no rushing, and yet things didn’t drag in the slightest. Every interaction between these two had me glued to the pages, their dynamic was so great! I enjoyed them even more during this re-read.
Alexis Hall’s writing was perfect for this type of romance. I was able to get a sense of Luc’s personality in almost no time, and his character development was wonderfully satisfying. There isn’t much else I could say about this book except it’s bound to be a good time!
There are certain stories that have you smiling without the realization of doing so. Stories that have a gift for lifting spirits and putting readers in an undoubtedly happy mood. Boyfriend Material easily fits under this description, with it’s consistently humorous narrative and lovely romance.
~★~ What is this book about? ~★~
Luc O'Donell is the son of two rock stars ...and its brought him nothing but trouble. He hasn't heard from his father since he walked out on their family when he was three, and now—after two decades of radio silence—his father's decided to make a comeback to the music scene. Which is very bad for Luc and his tendency to attract bad paparazzi.
When a less-than-ideal photo of Luc begins to circulate the internet, Luc decides that a fake-but-respectable boyfriend is what he needs to clean up his public image. His only willing candidate, the very posh Oliver Blackwood, is in need of a fake boyfriend for similar reasons, leading the pair to attempt navigating a relationship that is definitely not real.
~★~
I can’t stop pondering how Alexis Hall maintained a narrative that was as so unfalteringly funny throughout this book. From the opening page, Luc’s internal monologue is effortlessly amusing, and it continues to be so until the very end. Even better still was the fact that Hall knew when to tone things down for more emotional scenes. Luc's mental health is certainly not shied away from, and I loved witnessing his gradual recognition and growth away from his unhealthy coping mechanisms.
I loved the way the romance unfolded. Luc and Oliver both had their trust issues, but were able to work through and road-bumps slowly and reassuringly. There was no rushing, and yet things didn’t drag in the slightest. Every interaction between these two had me glued to the pages, their dynamic was so great! I enjoyed them even more during this re-read.
Alexis Hall’s writing was perfect for this type of romance. I was able to get a sense of Luc’s personality in almost no time, and his character development was wonderfully satisfying. There isn’t much else I could say about this book except it’s bound to be a good time!
lectura divertida, ligera, linda, con personajes con personalidades muy marcadas y bien llevadas
This is an enjoyable read. It is enjoyable. I laughed, I felt some insane tension - it is a good romantic, and bloody hell, a very British read.
I found Luc to be incredibly self-pitying at times and definitely a grade A ass and Oliver to be a little one-dimensional and cardboard-y. Some of the side characters made the read totally worth it whereas others were just bizarre, but overall, it was a fun read! Solid 4 stars.
Honestly, my biggest issue was the lack of a denouement. While it mostly wrapped everything up, I wanted just a few more pages smoothing out the light chaos that happened toward the end.
I wanted a little more fallout from Luc's dad. I wanted more about what was going to happen to Oliver with his family. I wanted Bridget to yell at Oliver (niche want, but still) and ultimately I wanted to feel as though this OTP was going to actually make it. Because that's what HEAs should be and I wish I got that sense, but it all felt so tenuous even with their reconciliation on a doorstep.
I found Luc to be incredibly self-pitying at times and definitely a grade A ass and Oliver to be a little one-dimensional and cardboard-y. Some of the side characters made the read totally worth it whereas others were just bizarre, but overall, it was a fun read! Solid 4 stars.
Spoiler
Honestly, my biggest issue was the lack of a denouement. While it mostly wrapped everything up, I wanted just a few more pages smoothing out the light chaos that happened toward the end.
I wanted a little more fallout from Luc's dad. I wanted more about what was going to happen to Oliver with his family. I wanted Bridget to yell at Oliver (niche want, but still) and ultimately I wanted to feel as though this OTP was going to actually make it. Because that's what HEAs should be and I wish I got that sense, but it all felt so tenuous even with their reconciliation on a doorstep.
alexis hall just gets messy people in messy relationships trying their best
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
hopeful
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
this book is such a fun and lighthearted read!
i caught myself smiling alone at my desk more than i should have~
i caught myself smiling alone at my desk more than i should have~
Ay, me encantó este libro. Mucho más que Rojo, blanco y sangre azul, debo decir... pero siento que el final no le hizo justicia a la hermosa historia de afecto y desarrollo personal que venían dándonos desde el inicio... es por eso que se lleva 4 estrellas para mi, sino, sería un 5 sin dudar, porque lo disfruté muchísimo y volvería a releer a futuro. Super recomendado.
just wow
I’ll like to start off with I was in a slump when I started this but I the beginning did make me dislike the characters a bit but over time I start to love them and understand them. It has genuinely helped me want to read again.
I’ll like to start off with I was in a slump when I started this but I the beginning did make me dislike the characters a bit but over time I start to love them and understand them. It has genuinely helped me want to read again.