No. Absolutely not.

This was just... Awfully written! I knew from page 1 that this novel was not for me, but I did keep on trying... Until page 50 when I could not do it any more. Awful. Simply awful.
challenging dark emotional funny inspiring reflective 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
funny hopeful lighthearted 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

it was fine and cute, but the main guy irritated me with his moodswings and i also didn’t realize it was a batb retelling until like too far in to quit lol

I loved everything about this book. Beauty and the Beast set in Cali with 2 writers? Are you kidding? Loved every second.
lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
Loveable characters: Yes
emotional lighthearted relaxing medium-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

Super cute rom-com book.
funny hopeful lighthearted
funny 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

A modern reimagining of Beauty and the Beast, with Isabelle working at a book publisher and Beau as a first time author more than a year late turning in his manuscript. They both have challenges moving forward in their lives, and butt heads, but there is a glorious house, a wonderful library,  and a powerful connection forming as they work together. The magic isn't witchcraft,  curses, or enchanted roses, it is compassion,  support, and the willingness to reach for new insights that weave a love story for all book lovers.