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3.85 AVERAGE
3.85 AVERAGE
Evan is hopeless at flirting - he has no idea to h or to flirt and has no idea when someone is flirting with him. Because of this he is still a virgin. Dawson got injured, destroying his college football career and throwing his life into a tailspin.
I absolutely fell in love with Evan. He’s just so sweet and adorable. I love how Dawson slowly made him take time from himself rather than running himself into the ground helping everyone else. Dawson was so conflicted and I loved how he worked through his issue’s and developed as a person. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!
I absolutely fell in love with Evan. He’s just so sweet and adorable. I love how Dawson slowly made him take time from himself rather than running himself into the ground helping everyone else. Dawson was so conflicted and I loved how he worked through his issue’s and developed as a person. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Cute nerd/jock story without being overly fluffy or sweet. While Dawson's transition to sexual exploration wasn't entirely believable, their relationship developed at a great and believable pace. Dawson and Evan felt like real characters because they communicated to each other and that ensured there was no Big Misunderstanding moment. There were a lot of sexy times, but the steam was just so. Wasn't terrible, but nothing memorable or particularly hot.
Even the meddling townspeople were amusing, which is no small feat.
Even the meddling townspeople were amusing, which is no small feat.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Party games should always be played!!!! Evan and Dawson had me crushing hard!! Ugh I fell for them both pretty fast. An then Mr Dawson has to play the never have I ever in the bedroom and made things hotter then Evan could imagine!!! Haha I loved this book. I was whining from beginning to end. An their smutty scenes were very sizzling….an Dawson with his little dirty talk…um yes please!!!!! I can’t wait to see Darren and Linc’s story. That’s gonna be interesting!!!
Never Have I Evan was a really fun, nerd-jock, sexual awakening romance. The common theme among the Games We Play series brings back so many memories of playing those same juvenile, adolescent party games. They could be a good time, if a little awkward and anxiety-inducing, much like an innocent game of Never Have I Ever turns out to be for Evan Moore when his BFF blurts out his biggest secret.
Evan and Dawson are two likable guys working their way through early adulthood hauling some hefty emotional baggage. For Evan, that means keeping his grandfather’s hardware store afloat in spite of a family feud while also trying to gain some traction on his own career path. His character is unassuming and genuine, direct in a way that’s refreshing but maybe a little disconcerting at first. He’s dedicated to those he cares about, and always seems to be putting the wants and needs of others before his own. I admired his drive, tenacity and refusal to settle for less than what he wants.
Dawson’s in Granville looking for a fresh start--a way to reconnect with the sport he loves and put a toxic relationship behind him. It’s pretty clear he’s struggling with his self-worth, which is understandable when so much of his identity has been tied up in being an athlete. When he decided to pack it all up and crash with his cousin in Nebraska, I’m pretty sure he never anticipated quite how that fresh start would actually play out.
Overall, what I liked best about this one was the pace & easy flow from point to point within the story. There’s a perceivable build, and readers can sense the changes in the connection between Evan & Dawson as their relationship evolves. While it’s filled with excitement and uncertainty, it’s not fraught with angst and excessive anxiety. Every single emotion and element seems intentional and serves to intensify the romance, advance the story and further character development.
In addition to the captivating romance, I adored the group of friends DJ Jamison introduces in this series, and while I feel we mostly get to know Evan, Calista & Dawson, I look forward to reading Darren’s book and having a chance to get to know the rest of the crew even better. The set up for book two is GOOD. Manwhore meets the ex’s brother - what could go wrong?
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book*
Evan and Dawson are two likable guys working their way through early adulthood hauling some hefty emotional baggage. For Evan, that means keeping his grandfather’s hardware store afloat in spite of a family feud while also trying to gain some traction on his own career path. His character is unassuming and genuine, direct in a way that’s refreshing but maybe a little disconcerting at first. He’s dedicated to those he cares about, and always seems to be putting the wants and needs of others before his own. I admired his drive, tenacity and refusal to settle for less than what he wants.
Dawson’s in Granville looking for a fresh start--a way to reconnect with the sport he loves and put a toxic relationship behind him. It’s pretty clear he’s struggling with his self-worth, which is understandable when so much of his identity has been tied up in being an athlete. When he decided to pack it all up and crash with his cousin in Nebraska, I’m pretty sure he never anticipated quite how that fresh start would actually play out.
Overall, what I liked best about this one was the pace & easy flow from point to point within the story. There’s a perceivable build, and readers can sense the changes in the connection between Evan & Dawson as their relationship evolves. While it’s filled with excitement and uncertainty, it’s not fraught with angst and excessive anxiety. Every single emotion and element seems intentional and serves to intensify the romance, advance the story and further character development.
In addition to the captivating romance, I adored the group of friends DJ Jamison introduces in this series, and while I feel we mostly get to know Evan, Calista & Dawson, I look forward to reading Darren’s book and having a chance to get to know the rest of the crew even better. The set up for book two is GOOD. Manwhore meets the ex’s brother - what could go wrong?
*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book*
emotional
funny
hopeful
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
Sweet easy, low drama read with pan-awakening. Evan and Dawson complement each other perfectly, supporting and caring for each other through some eventful weeks.
Dual POV first person, friends to lovers, nerd/jock. Medium heat.
I received a copy of this book from the author and have chosen to leave an honest review.
Dual POV first person, friends to lovers, nerd/jock. Medium heat.
I received a copy of this book from the author and have chosen to leave an honest review.
Actual rating 3.5 stars, because I spent a lot of time at the beginning trying to figure out if I was missing context for the book (as in, I felt like I was missing Lyle and Truman's story, and it wasn't until Simon and Parker showed up that I finally realized where this was set).
But I really liked Evan and Dawson, and I didn't even hate the friends. Calista was meddlesome, but I've read worse versions of that and I spent more time disliking Coach Mayfield. The only thing that bugged me was that I think it would have worked better if Evan was a few years older. Not because of any power imbalance, but I just thought it would make more sense.
But I really liked Evan and Dawson, and I didn't even hate the friends. Calista was meddlesome, but I've read worse versions of that and I spent more time disliking Coach Mayfield. The only thing that bugged me was that I think it would have worked better if Evan was a few years older. Not because of any power imbalance, but I just thought it would make more sense.