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kshertz's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I definitely know that I love this author and I knew that this book was going to be a cute love story that was very lighthearted. It definitely was but it was enjoyable to follow along with their story. The only unbelievable thing was traveling back-and-forth from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Luckily they had jobs where they got paid a lot of money but it’s still slightly unbelievable. But I’m glad they got their happy ending.
Content Warnings
Minor: Medical content, Sexual content, and Chronic illness
greenlivingaudioworm'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? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Chronic illness, Sexual content, and Racism
nothingforpomegranted's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
When lawyer-turned-civil-servant Alexa Monroe and pediatric surgeon Drew Nichols get trapped in a hotel elevator, sparks fly over cheese and crackers. Drew asks Alexa to pose as his fake girlfriend at his ex's wedding to one of his best friends, and they enjoy a weekend of great chemistry, cute banter, and steamy sex, which quickly turns into regular weekend trips to see each other for more of the same, with the addition of some deliciously described takeout and countless donuts and cups of coffee.
Though our primary couple could have used a few more deep conversations to avoid the mopey chapters (miscommunication is an unfortunate trope of the genre), I generally appreciated Guillory's ability to integrate real-life issues into the story. That Drew and Alexa are an interracial couple is significant to the story without overwhelming their relationship, and I appreciated reading about their interests and personalities beyond the (literal) surface. Alexa's art rehabilitation program for at-risk youth had powerful motivations and legs to stand on, and Drew's relationship with his young patients was heartbreaking and beautiful. I loved the way the characters--Drew and Alexa, as well as all the friends and family that popped in--supported each other and balanced their discussions of serious and playful topics.
Though our primary couple could have used a few more deep conversations to avoid the mopey chapters (miscommunication is an unfortunate trope of the genre), I generally appreciated Guillory's ability to integrate real-life issues into the story. That Drew and Alexa are an interracial couple is significant to the story without overwhelming their relationship, and I appreciated reading about their interests and personalities beyond the (literal) surface. Alexa's art rehabilitation program for at-risk youth had powerful motivations and legs to stand on, and Drew's relationship with his young patients was heartbreaking and beautiful. I loved the way the characters--Drew and Alexa, as well as all the friends and family that popped in--supported each other and balanced their discussions of serious and playful topics.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Cancer, Chronic illness, Medical trauma, and Medical content
Minor: Racial slurs
isabellarob73's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Super cute romantic read. At times it felt a little repetitive, but it was generally really fun.
Content Warnings
Minor: Body shaming, Cancer, Chronic illness, Cursing, Fatphobia, Medical content, Racism, Sexism, and Sexual content
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