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All I've Wanted All I've Needed by A.E. Valdez

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karly_rose_reads's review

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

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

4.25

(4.25/5) Heart warming. Inspiring. Cozy. All I've Wanted All I've Needed is a feel-good, contemporary romance that follows Harlow's journey of self discovery. It is told in 1st person, dual POV, and I'd say it has a medium pace, overall.

If you're like me and shop for romances by tropes:
🌻 Friends to lovers
🌻 Slow burn
🌻 Grumpy x sunshine
🌻 Rom com

Overall I really enjoyed this book and A.E. Valdez's writing style (warning: if you don't like casual curse word usage, you may not love it). What else did I like?
🌼 Inspirational moments that made me stop and reflect on my own life
🌼 Harlow's relatable journey
🌼 Witty banter and moments that had me giggling
🌼 Dynamic between FMC and MMC
🌼 The beautiful portrayal of a healthy, soft love

Why did I not give this a full 5⭐?
👉 This was a very, very SLOW slow burn
👉 The pacing was a bit off for me—a lot was packed into the first few chapters, then it slowed down and then sped up again at the end
👉 Timeline gets a bit jumpy at times

I recommend picking up this book when you're in the mood for a cozy read—it's also available on Kindle Unlimited, if you subscribe.

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