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Windy City # 2 - The Right Move - Tome 2 by Nicolas Ancion, Liz Tomforde
100 reviews
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Emotional abuse, Infertility, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Stalking, Pregnancy, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
UMMMMMM HOW DO YOU REVIEW A BOOK THAT IS ABSOLUTELY PREFECT
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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
This book is out of this freaking world!!! I’m obsessed with it and this couple and will definitely be rereading this series after the third installment comes out.
The first interactions between Indy and Ryan happens in the first book Mile High and it’s funny to see how those first impressions of Indy put off Ryan once she moved in. When Ryan lies to his GM about her being his girlfriend, they come up with a plan to make it work which has their tension at an all time high. Between their insta-lust and slowburn friends to lovers, their chemistry is amazing and omg can this man dirty talk🤭 Their banter is adorable and I love how it’s a true depiction of grumpy x sunshine bc their personalities are exactly that. Where Ryan is reserved, quiet and doesn’t really show his emotions, Indy is the opposite by outgoing, social, and not afraid to cry when the moment calls for it. I love these two and am in love with the progression of their relationship from beginning to end. Seeing Ryan open up to Indy was heartwarming and the angst made me want to cry, which made it a true 5 star read☺️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Infertility, Infidelity, Sexual content, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Alcohol
Minor: Toxic relationship, Medical content, Grief, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
Indy is a flight attendednt and best friend to Stevie. After catching her boyfriend of 6 years cheating, she is in a rough place. She is struggling emotionally and financially. Ryan, Stevie's twin brother, is one of the top NBA players, but due to his anxiety with his popularity he has become withdrawn and closed off. He prefers his own company and rarely leaves his apartment (other than work) for fear of ruining his reputation. Indy is struggling to find a place to live and, reluctantly, Ryan lets her live in his apartment.
Both Ryan and Indy have been through some trauma and are dealing with it in very different ways. He has isolated himself from the world where as she is trying to be optimistic. They are completely opposites he is a clean freak, she is messy, he is an introvert, she is an extrovert.
Indy is so kind and loves so fiercely. She wants nothing more than to take care of those she loves, but has never be taken care of. She has always put others first and has made herself small. Her asshole ex is a manipulative misogynist who wants nothing more than to put her down.
Enter Ryan. Ryan has been put through the ringer. His college "girlfriend" ended up being a manipulative liar who made him believe she was pregnant with his baby but it was all a scheme to get money out of him. After that, he spent years dealing with depression and not taking care of himself properly. He then made the decision to close himself off, keep everyone at arms length, and trust hardly anyone. He was terrified of being used and his reputation being destroyed. He had his life plan and was sticking to it no matter what.
Indy turned his plans completely on their heads. As they slowly fell for one another, he opened up to her and began to trust again. He started to put her needs above his plans and wanted to protect her at all costs. He fell for her hard and struggled to deal with those feelings. He may not be a man of words, but did he ever show Indy how much he truly loved her (I mean he learned sign language so he could communicate with her dad!).
Indy's reluctance to open her heart and Ryan's inability to trust lead to some miscommunication and arguments, but I think that these were all understandable considering what they had been through. They both needed time to process the feelings they had for each other.
They balance each other out so well and work together so perfectly. He made her feel loved and protected and made sure she put herself first. She helped him trust again and slowly helped him gain the confidence to make connections with others.
Also, Indy's friends are the worst. Who tries to guilt their friend into getting back with their cheating ex. Gross.
I loved seeing Rio, Zanders, and Stevie throughout this book. I appreciated getting glimpses into the progression of Stevie and Zanders relationship. I cannot wait for Rio's book!
Tropes: best friends brother, forced proximity, sports romance, slow burn, fake dating
Both Ryan and Indy have been through some trauma and are dealing with it in very different ways. He has isolated himself from the world where as she is trying to be optimistic. They are completely opposites he is a clean freak, she is messy, he is an introvert, she is an extrovert.
Indy is so kind and loves so fiercely. She wants nothing more than to take care of those she loves, but has never be taken care of. She has always put others first and has made herself small. Her asshole ex is a manipulative misogynist who wants nothing more than to put her down.
Enter Ryan. Ryan has been put through the ringer.
Indy turned his plans completely on their heads. As they slowly fell for one another, he opened up to her and began to trust again. He started to put her needs above his plans and wanted to protect her at all costs. He fell for her hard and struggled to deal with those feelings. He may not be a man of words, but did he ever show Indy how much he truly loved her (I mean he learned sign language so he could communicate with her dad!).
Indy's reluctance to open her heart and Ryan's inability to trust lead to some miscommunication and arguments, but I think that these were all understandable considering what they had been through. They both needed time to process the feelings they had for each other.
They balance each other out so well and work together so perfectly. He made her feel loved and protected and made sure she put herself first. She helped him trust again and slowly helped him gain the confidence to make connections with others.
Also, Indy's friends are the worst. Who tries to guilt their friend into getting back with their cheating ex. Gross.
I loved seeing Rio, Zanders, and Stevie throughout this book. I appreciated getting glimpses into the progression of Stevie and Zanders relationship. I cannot wait for Rio's book!
Tropes: best friends brother, forced proximity, sports romance, slow burn, fake dating
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Infertility, Misogyny, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, Medical trauma, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Sexual content, Pregnancy
Moderate: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Vomit, Abandonment
emotional
funny
inspiring
relaxing
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
I'd give this book and all its lovable characters 10 stars!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Infidelity, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Infertility
Manipulation. Gaslighting. Toxic friends.
emotional
funny
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:
Yes
I absolutely loved this book! I loved Ryan and Indy as individuals but even more what they brought out in each other. I enjoyed the progression of their relationship- roommates to fake dating to a full on relationship. Ryan and Indy love each other so deeply and really are so tender with their care. I couldn’t put this book down. It made me smile and laugh along with the characters one moment and fanning myself from the spice the next. Honorable mention to getting to see more of Zanders, Stevie, and Rio. I definitely recommend this book (and Mike High). I can’t wait to continue on with the series!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Infidelity
Moderate: Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Toxic friendship
Minor: Miscarriage
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
slow-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Infertility, Infidelity, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail
emotional
funny
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
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Miscarriage
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility, Sexual content, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Infidelity, Mental illness, Toxic friendship
Minor: Toxic relationship, Pregnancy