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rainbowbookworm's review against another edition
4.0
I am not a fan of Spalding's previous work so I picked this one p with a bit of trepidation. However, I was pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed the storyline, the supporting characters, and how respectful Ari was. Nina did get on my nerves sometimes, but her ex really did a number on her so it was understandable.
brookevol's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.75
chandraleereads's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
elliv's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content and Toxic relationship
iamkelina's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
3.75
cabbagecakes's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
ashdoesalot's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sincerelykayladawn's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
groundsatpemberley's review against another edition
4.0
A big thanks to NetGalley and Kensington Books for the ARC!
If you are looking for a WLW romance in Hollywood or a book filled to the brim with Queer community or an MC experiencing some major personal growth or…I’ll stop there…this might be the book for you!
So first things first, this book has some really great things going for it…
1. While the romance is obviously very central to the story, a lot of attention is paid to Nina’s relationships with her friends and family and at work. Nina’s growth throughout the book relied heavily on people outside of her romantic relationship and those relationships felt as important as her relationship with Ari.
2. Nina's issues might stem from a bad breakup, but I feel that any reader who has struggled with depression and self-imposed isolation will be able identify with her struggles.
3. Nina is a curvy girl who loves her body and we don’t have to really deal with a lot of (any?) derogatory comments about her body. I feel the representation was done really well—without dwelling too much on Nina’s body.
4. Nina's profession was unlike any that I've read about before. Ghostwriting celebrity emails—is that really a thing? It felt super original and gave a whole extra layer of interest to the book.
Now, I do feel that there were quite a few things that didn't feel completely worked out or were a little unrealistic. I won't get into it because if others don't feel that way then, well, great! I will say that for those who aren’t fans of a third act breakup (especially with little cause)—you’re going to struggle with this one.
If you are looking for a WLW romance in Hollywood or a book filled to the brim with Queer community or an MC experiencing some major personal growth or…I’ll stop there…this might be the book for you!
So first things first, this book has some really great things going for it…
1. While the romance is obviously very central to the story, a lot of attention is paid to Nina’s relationships with her friends and family and at work. Nina’s growth throughout the book relied heavily on people outside of her romantic relationship and those relationships felt as important as her relationship with Ari.
2. Nina's issues might stem from a bad breakup, but I feel that any reader who has struggled with depression and self-imposed isolation will be able identify with her struggles.
3. Nina is a curvy girl who loves her body and we don’t have to really deal with a lot of (any?) derogatory comments about her body. I feel the representation was done really well—without dwelling too much on Nina’s body.
4. Nina's profession was unlike any that I've read about before. Ghostwriting celebrity emails—is that really a thing? It felt super original and gave a whole extra layer of interest to the book.
Now, I do feel that there were quite a few things that didn't feel completely worked out or were a little unrealistic. I won't get into it because if others don't feel that way then, well, great! I will say that for those who aren’t fans of a third act breakup (especially with little cause)—you’re going to struggle with this one.
evedavisx's review against another edition
3.0
It had me in the first half but the rest kinda tapered off for me but still a fun sapphic rom com time