Scan barcode
happyblkhippie's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Violence, Stalking, Mental illness, Infidelity, and Grief
Minor: Alcohol, Racism, and Injury/Injury detail
apolen's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Mental illness and Sexual content
Moderate: Stalking and Alcohol
Minor: Racism and Death of parent
Break in Attempted kidnapping Anxiety PTSDnoellelovesbooks's review against another edition
4.25
This was a fun read, we get a somewhat slow-burn romance between two co-stars as well as getting to read some of the actual scenes their characters go through. I love when any book, involving actors, gives us bits of the script to read through instead of just mentioning the show/movie they're working on without giving us details.
I have to say though...I needed more groveling. Things were said that were harsh, hurtful, and just plain mean. I feel like the resolution just happened much too quickly. I would have liked to see a bit longer separation before the open heart that leads to total forgiveness and the HEA.
Really enjoyed getting to know these characters and I look forward to picking up the next book in the Primas of Power series to see what couple is next!
Graphic: Sexual content, Stalking, and Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Racism and Toxic relationship
kfmcf's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I'm definitely excited to read the sequels (only one is out so far, I think?). Big fan of Daria's writing!
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Stalking, and Toxic relationship
meremesch's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Racism, Mental illness, and Stalking
shaipanda's review against another edition
- 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
5.0
I actually think I might have liked this one even more than the sequel (which tbh I now am so tempted to reread lol) cause I just believed in the couple so much and their chemistry was unbelievable
Loved itttt
Graphic: Sexual content, Panic attacks/disorders, and Stalking
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Toxic relationship, Alcohol, and Death of parent
Minor: Racism
coacklebee's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Death of parent, Mental illness, Racism, Sexual content, Alcohol, and Stalking
Minor: Cancer
libbylou905's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Toxic relationship
Minor: Death of parent, Grief, Mental illness, Racism, and Stalking
plumpaperbacks's review against another edition
- 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
I loved Jasmine and Ashton from the very first chapter, and immediately sensed the chemistry between them. Seeing that grow as their relationship developed was delightful, and honestly, their entire dynamic was brilliant.
I also really liked the relationship Jasmine had with Michelle and Ava. Though they’re cousins, not sisters, their dynamic reminded me of Chloe, Dani, and Eve from Talia Hibbert’s The Brown Sisters trilogy, which are some of my all-time favorite romance books. There’s plenty of banter and teasing between the three women, but also a strong friendship and unrelenting support. I love to see it.
Something that made this book stand out to me was the focus on Jasmine and Ashton’s roles in the new TV show that brought them together. She was cast as the protagonist and he as the love interest in Carmen in Charge, and a good portion of the story took place on set or involved learning lines and rehearsing. Daria even included the episodes they filmed, written like chapters, sprinkled in between regular chapters. Surprisingly, I really enjoyed this aspect of the story, and became nearly as invested in the show’s romance as I was in the actors’ romance. If it was a real show, I’d totally watch.
What I look for in every romance novel I read is a good balance between the story and the steamy scenes. In this case, the latter didn’t overpower the former, and I appreciate that very much. I like seeing relationships built on more than just ridiculously frequent sexual activity.
I was totally surprised by just how much I enjoyed this book. I’ll absolutely purchase my own copy, and I look forward to reading Michelle’s story when A Lot Like Adiós releases in September. Daria has a new fan in me.
Representation
- Puerto Rican-Filipino protagonist
- Puerto Rican love interest
- Latinx side characters (one is trans and in a m/m relationship, one is sapphic and in a f/f relationship)
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Stalking, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Cancer, Death of parent, Grief, and Infidelity
stalking occurred prior to the storyk_tiches's review against another edition
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Moderate: Grief, Racism, Stalking, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Medical content