Reviews tagging 'Grief'

The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

176 reviews

luna_lovelace's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective sad 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? It's complicated

5.0

 “I wish you could see yourself the way I see you" - Adam

Tropes:

Opposites Attract, He Falls First, Slow Burn, Fake Dating

I loved reading this book from beginning to end. The opening was hilarious and immediately drew me in, leaving me thoroughly engrossed until the final page. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I laughed throughout the book, making the reading experience truly enjoyable. Although the spice level was on the low side, the build-up more than made up for it. 

Olive is an incredibly selfless person who always puts the needs of others before her own, even when she knows she will be at a disadvantage.

For instance, she helps her best friend, Anh, pursue her crush, even though Olive used to have feelings for him too. This is where the fake dating comes in, but Olive did it for the sake of her friend. Additionally, there's a moment when she doesn't want to reveal to Adam what Tom said and tries to do to her because she's afraid he'll miss out on an important opportunity.

It's heartwarming to see how much Olive cares about the people she loves. 

I also found Adam's character interesting. He's a highly dedicated professor who takes his research seriously, which unfortunately doesn't make him very popular. However, he has many close personal relationships that speak volumes about how much he's respected for his work.

Sadly, not all of his friends have his best interests at heart—looking at you Tom. There were several hints that Tom wasn't kind, especially when Holden warned Olive about him. I was shocked when Olive's friends found out the truth about Tom.

Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed reading this book and I can't wait to read more books by this author!

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Bullying, Grief, Sexual content, Death of parent, Cancer, Cursing, and Sexual harassment

temia04's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted relaxing tense 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

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Sexual harassment

Minor: Death of parent and Grief

jadeandherbunny's review against another edition

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment

Moderate: Grief

rat_girly's review against another edition

lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

A fun and quick read, but overall I found the storyline predictable, the characters boring, and the affirmative consent lacking

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Sexual violence, Cancer, and Sexual harassment

Minor: Death of parent, Alcohol, Violence, Sexism, Emotional abuse, Grief, and Toxic friendship

jordan_noel's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful 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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Cursing, Death of parent, Cancer, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment

Minor: Grief

azileotulp's review against another edition

funny lighthearted relaxing fast-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

It was very cute, but definitely frustrating at times, especially when

Olive didn't tell Adam about Tom sexually harrasing her until she found proof

. Although, part of my frustration might be a result of me seeing too many of my own negative personality traits in Olive. Overall, it was a great read, and I wish it had been longer.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Misogyny, Cursing, Sexism, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment

Moderate: Death of parent, Grief, and Cancer

hiraeth_'s review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

I've read 'love on the brain' and 'love, theoretically' first, so it was very interesting to see ali hazelwood's writing improvement backwards. Ngl, the whole "big, brooding, insanely smart and unapproachable guy and small, dainty, sunshiney, quirky, also insanely smart girl" trope is on another level in her work, but most of the time i quite enjoyed it (and just kind of read over those lines). i do find the MCs to be kind of over the top quirky sometimes, but i think the combination of women in STEM and romance is a refreshing read. 
Personally, i had to put down the book a few times bc i cringed too much but u do u.
The thing i love (and sometimes roll my eyes over) most about Ali Hazelwoods novels is how head over heels the guys always are while the MC is completely clueless. This always makes me want to read it in one sitting and leaves me giggling and kicking my feet at some point. 

All in all her books are just very enjoyable, especially for comfort reads without too much angst.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual harassment and Sexual content

Moderate: Death of parent, Cancer, and Grief

Minor: Misogyny

peggy_racham's review against another edition

4.75

Turns out Im a romance reader. I loved this start to finish. Their friends and side characters were also well written and lovable.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Grief, and Sexual harassment

katievallin's review against another edition

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

2.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual harassment, Grief, Sexual content, and Cursing

Moderate: Alcohol, Cancer, Death of parent, and Toxic friendship

Minor: Emotional abuse and Animal cruelty

livvmarks's review against another edition

emotional lighthearted tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Grief, Sexual harassment, Toxic friendship, Cancer, Cursing, Death of parent, Death, Gaslighting, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Alcohol