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Elle Kennedy

4.04 AVERAGE

funny lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This was a cute easy read. Honestly if I had the time, I likely could have read it in one sitting. The characters were likeable. Good amount of spice. 

I think this is my favorite Off-Campus book. Beau’s death killed me, and deans reaction to it killed me again. The end
emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted medium-paced
emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

the scene where allie asked hannah to call dean & let him come over bc she needs him & then dean storms in looking all worried & goes "baby? what happened?" FAWKKFJKFGJ TOO FREAKING ICONIC. i love deanallie’s dynamic.. i think i expected more from the progress of their relationship though bc 😔‼️ it felt rushed to me.. sure, they were establishing a connection greater than the physical but it’s so djfjdjf lacking or not very well written imo. i feel like they started to lose me when they actually became a couple bc the writing during that part became more of a telling rather than showing. i was waiting for the heart-fluttering inner monologues when they finally realize their feelings, the confessions.. but nada! there’s just these little time jumps & narrations that didn’t really work for me. sorry im just a gurl 🤷🏻‍♀️  i also wish we’ve seen more of dean loser in love era bc ughhhh we did not get enough of that & that’s what i was most seated for tbh ;( i liked dean & allie’s character devt though !! they needed that time apart in the end bc they surely are a better version of themselves at the ending :)
medium-paced

Really enjoying the series. 
emotional funny hopeful inspiring sad 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
emotional lighthearted slow-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

"I will do anything that woman asks. I'd sell my fucking soul to the devil himself if Allie told me to do it." 💙

I love a hockey romance 🏒 and this did not disappoint, it was a deliciously addictive read that I finished in one sitting.  

Dean isn't just a 'bad boy turned good', the layers of his personality, reveal a vulnerability that resonates far deeper than your typical romantic hero. It's easy to write a rake's redemption, but it is written with such genuine emotional honesty that you don't just witness Dean's transformation, you feel it.  Allie is far from being a simple 'good girl', she holds her own with a quiet strength that's both refreshing and compelling.  

The twist that forces Dean's hand 🖤 isn't a cheap plot device; it's a crucible, forging a deeper understanding of his hidden depths, and ultimately, a more authentic connection with Allie. 

The book doesn't shy away from the messy, uncomfortable parts of personal growth, and that's precisely why it's so rewarding. It's a testament to the power of vulnerability, showcasing that even the most charming rogues can find a love that transforms them from the inside out. This isn't just a story about romance; it's about the courage to rewrite your own narrative, and the beauty of finding someone who sees the potential for a better version of yourself.

I need this like now OMG I can't wait for Deans Story Ugh!!! Love the Off Campus Series!!! <3
adventurous challenging emotional funny 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