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just when you think the book is coming to an end, in the last 100 pages you’re thrown a curve ball of a plot twist!
max monroe has such an amazing way of telling a story. from beginning to end, learning curve just touches you in the most emotional ways. the relatability of the character’s lives, the humor, the real life circumstances we’re faced with. absolutely LOVED this one!
max monroe has such an amazing way of telling a story. from beginning to end, learning curve just touches you in the most emotional ways. the relatability of the character’s lives, the humor, the real life circumstances we’re faced with. absolutely LOVED this one!
Since I expected this first book in the Billionaire Bad Boys next generation series to be as funny, irreverent and sexy as the original, I was surprised at how emotionally heavy it got. This isn’t a criticism, but more of a heads up that the writing duo Max Monroe seems to have taken a turn away from their lighthearted fare (which started with their last book, What I Should’ve Said). Yes, we still get the hijinx from Thatch and Cassie’s older son Ace and frequent appearances from all the billionaires and the Winslow brothers, but there are also some pretty serious topics including physical abuse, alcoholism, sexual harassment, and more.
Finn (much younger half-brother to the Winslow’s) is Ace Kelly’s freshman year roommate. With the same captivating personality, loyalty, and mischievousness as his dad Thatcher, it’s no surprise that they become fast friends. We also get to know Ace’s best friend Julia who is Kline and Georgia Brooks’ daughter (and, with all the the hints dropped, probably the FMC in a future friends-to-lovers entry in the series), see Winnie Winslow and Wes Lancaster’s autistic daughter Lexi not give the Dickson U star quarterback, Blake Boden, the time of day (theirs is the next book in the series), and learn more about what became of the Winslow’s deadbeat dad who abandoned them all when they were kids.
Despite a curveball or two, I really enjoyed seeing all of the older generation as parents. Although they’re only 18 when the story opens, both Scottie and Finn had troubling childhoods that forced them to grow up too quickly. This hard fought maturity made it easy to believe that they could have a happily ever after. Highly recommended.
Finn (much younger half-brother to the Winslow’s) is Ace Kelly’s freshman year roommate. With the same captivating personality, loyalty, and mischievousness as his dad Thatcher, it’s no surprise that they become fast friends. We also get to know Ace’s best friend Julia who is Kline and Georgia Brooks’ daughter (and, with all the the hints dropped, probably the FMC in a future friends-to-lovers entry in the series), see Winnie Winslow and Wes Lancaster’s autistic daughter Lexi not give the Dickson U star quarterback, Blake Boden, the time of day (theirs is the next book in the series), and learn more about what became of the Winslow’s deadbeat dad who abandoned them all when they were kids.
Despite a curveball or two, I really enjoyed seeing all of the older generation as parents. Although they’re only 18 when the story opens, both Scottie and Finn had troubling childhoods that forced them to grow up too quickly. This hard fought maturity made it easy to believe that they could have a happily ever after. Highly recommended.
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This book kicks off the Dickson University series, introducing us to Finn and Scottie—two characters with complicated pasts, and plenty of chemistry. There are some cameos from Max Monroe books of old as well... Thatch is fluffing back! I will say, I didn't get as much of the typical Max Monroe banter in this book as I am used to. These characters were less banter, more substance. Ace is definitely a character that needs his own book and I can see the banter being off the charts in his book!
What’s the story?
Finn heads to Dickson University with a secret family connection driving him, while Scottie comes to school with a toxic long term boyfriend to ditch and family baggage. Their initial meeting sparks instant attraction, but life throws them curveballs at every turn. Think emotional rollercoasters, tough choices, and a lot of personal growth along the way.
While Finn's driver felt a bit cliche to me, I did appreciate his growth and ability to figure out that retribution was not the path he needed to go down. Scottie also came into her own throughout the story and grew into a person that could stand up for herself. The MAJOR life challenge she faces at the end of the book was wholly unexpected and threw me for a loop. I was torn on whether it was needed to add to their story. I appreciated how Scottie learned to deal with it, but I also was grumbling about it...like did she really need to go through that? I'm still on the fence.
All in all, I did love the growth in these two and I think their story was a true love story that is worth experiencing. The future is bright for them! The supporting cast was also a huge part of the reason I liked this book. The friendships and budding romances you see amongst them are a joy to behold.
This next generation series is going to have some great books in the future. I can't wait for the next books to come out!
Finn heads to Dickson University with a secret family connection driving him, while Scottie comes to school with a toxic long term boyfriend to ditch and family baggage. Their initial meeting sparks instant attraction, but life throws them curveballs at every turn. Think emotional rollercoasters, tough choices, and a lot of personal growth along the way.
While Finn's driver felt a bit cliche to me, I did appreciate his growth and ability to figure out that retribution was not the path he needed to go down. Scottie also came into her own throughout the story and grew into a person that could stand up for herself. The MAJOR life challenge she faces at the end of the book was wholly unexpected and threw me for a loop. I was torn on whether it was needed to add to their story. I appreciated how Scottie learned to deal with it, but I also was grumbling about it...like did she really need to go through that? I'm still on the fence.
All in all, I did love the growth in these two and I think their story was a true love story that is worth experiencing. The future is bright for them! The supporting cast was also a huge part of the reason I liked this book. The friendships and budding romances you see amongst them are a joy to behold.
This next generation series is going to have some great books in the future. I can't wait for the next books to come out!
WOW. This was a roller coaster of a story and I could not stop reading it.
ARC Review✨
Title: Learning Curve
Author: Max Monroe
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Favorite Quote: “But I’m more than him. And you’re more than your mom. And together, we’re more than all the mistakes we’ve made in the past.”
This book gave me serious college nostalgia. From the house parties, on campus secret club shenanigans, to the college football games, I felt like I was submerged right back in school with Finn and Scottie. A classic bad boy falls for the star cheerleader, I really loved Finn and Scottie’s story. Learning Curve is truly a story of finding love when you least expect it. Finn, out to seek revenge on his half brother who also just so happens to be his professor, gets his entire plan hijacked by a girl he just can’t keep his mind off of. The sense of found family between Finn and his college friends and newly discovered siblings was so powerful in this book. Both Scottie and Finn go through it in Learning Curve; the drama is STRONG and I would definitely be lying if I didn’t say my heart ached for these two throughout reading this entire book. They say love conquers all and having supportive family and friends is truly everything. The banter between all the friends I absolutely loved and cannot wait for Blake & Lexi’s book ❤️
Title: Learning Curve
Author: Max Monroe
Stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Favorite Quote: “But I’m more than him. And you’re more than your mom. And together, we’re more than all the mistakes we’ve made in the past.”
This book gave me serious college nostalgia. From the house parties, on campus secret club shenanigans, to the college football games, I felt like I was submerged right back in school with Finn and Scottie. A classic bad boy falls for the star cheerleader, I really loved Finn and Scottie’s story. Learning Curve is truly a story of finding love when you least expect it. Finn, out to seek revenge on his half brother who also just so happens to be his professor, gets his entire plan hijacked by a girl he just can’t keep his mind off of. The sense of found family between Finn and his college friends and newly discovered siblings was so powerful in this book. Both Scottie and Finn go through it in Learning Curve; the drama is STRONG and I would definitely be lying if I didn’t say my heart ached for these two throughout reading this entire book. They say love conquers all and having supportive family and friends is truly everything. The banter between all the friends I absolutely loved and cannot wait for Blake & Lexi’s book ❤️
We find two college freshman at Dickson University, Scottie and Finn. Both have interesting back stories that relate to why they’ve ended up at Dickson. This is pretty much a “I love you, but can’t have you” kind of situation.
I had high hopes for this story when I first started reading it. However, some things just didn’t make sense. Underground secret clubs at the university? The FMC suffering a life altering tragedy, even though she’d gone through enough trauma? Found family that just accepts you without any hesitation? I just feel like there were many unnecessary plot elements that didn’t really add anything to the story.
On a positive note (the reason I gave it three stars), I did enjoy the writing style! I feel like most college romances that I read often tend to be a bit juvenile. The writing of this story felt age appropriate for the characters.
Growth
These two had so much against them, including themselves. But they overcame SO much. I loved their growth with each other and I loved how he never gave up!
These two had so much against them, including themselves. But they overcame SO much. I loved their growth with each other and I loved how he never gave up!
Learning Curve brings us the 2md generation of the BBB world. Those diving in are going to need to be ready for multiple story lines, and multitude of connections from the first series by the dynamic author duo.
Finn is one of 5, and is attending Dickson U so that he can tell his half brother that their dad had a second family after abandoning the first. Once there he meets Scottie, a cheerleader with a jerk boyfriend. The two are the main characters and have much of their own story told through dual POVs.
The ties to prior books comes from Finn's dorm roommate, who is none other than Ace, and you get Thatch and Cassie along with him. His BFF is Julia, and her parents Georgie and Klien are included. As college students, there's an "underground society" run by Lexi Winslow (Winnie Winslow-Lancaster and Wes), and eventually, the other Winslow crew.
Whole there is a twist, a HEA, and a story line that sets up future books in this series, it was much longer than other books (or maybe it seemed that way because of the sheer numbers of people in this book).
Finn is one of 5, and is attending Dickson U so that he can tell his half brother that their dad had a second family after abandoning the first. Once there he meets Scottie, a cheerleader with a jerk boyfriend. The two are the main characters and have much of their own story told through dual POVs.
The ties to prior books comes from Finn's dorm roommate, who is none other than Ace, and you get Thatch and Cassie along with him. His BFF is Julia, and her parents Georgie and Klien are included. As college students, there's an "underground society" run by Lexi Winslow (Winnie Winslow-Lancaster and Wes), and eventually, the other Winslow crew.
Whole there is a twist, a HEA, and a story line that sets up future books in this series, it was much longer than other books (or maybe it seemed that way because of the sheer numbers of people in this book).
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Book Review: Learning Curve
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Author: Max Monroe
Publisher: Max Monroe
A huge thank you to @hambright_pr and @authormaxmonroe for the opportunity to read the ARC of this book and to receive a gifted copy of this beautiful book.
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Book Review: Learning Curve
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Author: Max Monroe
Publisher: Max Monroe
A huge thank you to @hambright_pr and @authormaxmonroe for the opportunity to read the ARC of this book and to receive a gifted copy of this beautiful book.
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