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ayah_reads's review
2.0
I really should learn to DNF ðŸ˜
This book has a pretty cool premise for a romcom, a plotline that carries itself through the entirety of the novel but the INSTA LOVE JUMPS OUT SO HARD.
I just couldn't with the way these two fell SO unbelievably quickly in love. Insta attraction fine, but in love?? The book literally takes place over the span of like max 2 months, I cannot.
It's well written and I enjoyed parts, but there were other things that irked, like the irony of Naomi running a seminar on modern intimacy when she is so obviously emotionally closed off and unable to be emotionally intimate with people??
Ethan would bust out insecurities that felt like they came out of nowhere and were dropped on us. Only part about this I liked was the internal discussion about what it means for the closet people in your life when your job is literally helping people. As someone who works in the NGO sector I felt that.
So sure, there were parts I liked, but overall unfortunately whilst there was an interesting premise, the insta love had to come and ruin it. And I saw the insta love like 50 pages in and that should have been my cue to drop the book but alas here we are ðŸ˜
This book has a pretty cool premise for a romcom, a plotline that carries itself through the entirety of the novel but the INSTA LOVE JUMPS OUT SO HARD.
I just couldn't with the way these two fell SO unbelievably quickly in love. Insta attraction fine, but in love?? The book literally takes place over the span of like max 2 months, I cannot.
It's well written and I enjoyed parts, but there were other things that irked, like the irony of Naomi running a seminar on modern intimacy when she is so obviously emotionally closed off and unable to be emotionally intimate with people??
Ethan would bust out insecurities that felt like they came out of nowhere and were dropped on us. Only part about this I liked was the internal discussion about what it means for the closet people in your life when your job is literally helping people. As someone who works in the NGO sector I felt that.
So sure, there were parts I liked, but overall unfortunately whilst there was an interesting premise, the insta love had to come and ruin it. And I saw the insta love like 50 pages in and that should have been my cue to drop the book but alas here we are ðŸ˜
Content Warnings
Moderate: Antisemitism, Sexism, and Misogyny
itsawilddanni's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-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
4.0
For what it is, this book is amazing. To be honest, it had my attention from the very start considering the main characters were a Rabbi and a Sex Worker. It was such an odd combination that I NEEDED to see where it went.
The only reason I gave this book a 4 instead of a 5, was because the main drama/peak of the story happened within the last 3 chapters (that might be an exaggeration) which left it to be resolved and for the story to settle back down rather quickly.
Other than that, if you’re into romantic comedy - this book is for you.
The only reason I gave this book a 4 instead of a 5, was because the main drama/peak of the story happened within the last 3 chapters (that might be an exaggeration) which left it to be resolved and for the story to settle back down rather quickly.
Other than that, if you’re into romantic comedy - this book is for you.
Content Warnings
Minor: Religious bigotry, Sexual content, and Sexism
aseel_reads's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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
3.0
I liked that the main characters came from opposing worlds, very wholesome. I really relate to Naomi's attitude to intimacy, felt very seen. Otherwise, the pacing was a bit off and just read a little odd
Content Warnings
Graphic: Biphobia, Sexual harassment, Alcohol, Body shaming, Death of parent, Sexism, Bullying, Grief, Hate crime, Misogyny, and Religious bigotry
leahhmorriss's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
3.5
The pacing of this book felt a little off in the beginning but it quickly redeemed itself. I loved both of the main characters and I really enjoyed seeing their romance blossom. This book was also quite educational as I learnt more about Jewish culture and it had great representation of an empowered and independent woman who works in the sex industry.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment, Sexism, Sexual content, and Misogyny
kristinallard's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Body shaming, Cancer, Religious bigotry, Sexism, Antisemitism, and Death of parent
thefatpaperback's review
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Sexism, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, Bullying, Death of parent, Grief, and Misogyny
Minor: Antisemitism
jdf1027's review
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Grief, Antisemitism, Misogyny, Religious bigotry, Sexism, and Sexual harassment
hellowildflower's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Sexual content, Misogyny, and Antisemitism
Moderate: Biphobia, Bullying, and Death of parent
macykey's review
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I genuinely loved how this book was more focused on intimacy than sex. And Ethan Cohen is a gem of a man, who also seems much more realistic than most romance male love interests. But, and this is my own hang ups, not anything to do with the book, I couldn’t get my head out of the religiosity of this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Misogyny, and Sexual content
Moderate: Antisemitism
kasssidyy's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I enjoyed this one a bit better than The Roommate. I did find that it dragged on a bit. The only reason i liked it more was because of the moments about faith and grief and intimacy and being unafraid of your feelings. I thought Naomi and Ethan complemented each other well (and the one sex scene we got was hotter than all of them in The Roommate)…but they were also kind of boring. The secondary characters didn’t really get much time; I would’ve liked to see more. But, I will always be an avid fan of sex positive books, and books that own pleasure. I thought the intimacy talks themselves were very well written, and I was satisfied with the ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Religious bigotry, Sexual content, and Sexism