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aliciasrealm's review against another edition
4.0
Elsie Hannaway is a theoretical physicist, stuck working as an adjunct professor until she can land a better job that offers a liveable wage and health insurance. To make ends meet, she has a side gig as a fake girlfriend, a job that is perfectly complimented by her people pleasing nature. When she discovers that Jack, the older brother of her favorite client, is actually the infamous experimental physicist who singlehandedly destroyed her mentor's career and the entire field of theoretical physics, her side gig just might end up costing her career. But while Elsie has every reason to hate the man, his ability to make her feel like it's okay to be herself just might win her over.
On the surface, the setup feels expectedly similar to The Love Hypothesis and Love on the Brain, featuring a woman in STEM whose career aspirations are threatened by a man who is a complete jerk (but also handsome and intelligent). She's struggling financially while he has a great career. He's a hulk of a man who wears Henleys and feels the need to conceal his feelings for her. There's the fake dating plot and a fairly expected betrayal. Still, I can't deny that this was a fun read, and if you liked the two prior novels then you'll probably like this one.
I liked Elsie and Jack. The banter is fun. I really wish we could get one story that doesn't rely so much on miscommunication or deliberate withholding of information to create an unnecessary conflict, but at least in this one the worst example is resolved sooner than later, and the rest are somewhat tempered with some unexpectedly honest conversations early in the story. The main conflicts and resolutions are believable. I skimmed over the sex scenes so I won't comment on those. Overall, I liked this one a lot more than LotB, even if at the core it still feels formulaic.
On the surface, the setup feels expectedly similar to The Love Hypothesis and Love on the Brain, featuring a woman in STEM whose career aspirations are threatened by a man who is a complete jerk (but also handsome and intelligent). She's struggling financially while he has a great career. He's a hulk of a man who wears Henleys and feels the need to conceal his feelings for her. There's the fake dating plot and a fairly expected betrayal. Still, I can't deny that this was a fun read, and if you liked the two prior novels then you'll probably like this one.
I liked Elsie and Jack. The banter is fun. I really wish we could get one story that doesn't rely so much on miscommunication or deliberate withholding of information to create an unnecessary conflict, but at least in this one the worst example is resolved sooner than later, and the rest are somewhat tempered with some unexpectedly honest conversations early in the story. The main conflicts and resolutions are believable. I skimmed over the sex scenes so I won't comment on those. Overall, I liked this one a lot more than LotB, even if at the core it still feels formulaic.
mojidaa's review against another edition
4.0
A bit boring at the start, but once everything was set, pretty entertaining. Took me to the book slump for a while but it’s ok, I read 60% of the book in one go. Also. The plot is..starting to get repetitive. Academic rivals again? Though Jack and Elsie were great together. They were too cute. Also I hate people-pleaser.
dblanch's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
martheisreading's review against another edition
4.5
My favorite Ali Hazelwood's books so far. It's been such a long time I didn't relate to a FL this much ! And Jack is my new bookboyfriend. ❤️
aleidner's review against another edition
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
3.5
haba2901's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Okay hear me out!
Dieses Buch hat sich für mich wie ein Unfall angefühlt, irgendwie war es so kitischig und vorhersehbar, dass ich nicht wegschauen könnte aber gleichzeitig war es so cringe und unangenehm, dass ich aufhören wollte zu lesen.
Wir alle lieben starke nicht-männliche Hauptcharaktere, vor allem wenn diese im wissenschaftlichen Bereich tätig sind, aber Elsie ist gleichzeitig auch eine damsel in distress. Alles an dem Buch schreit Klischee, teilweise unangenhemer Humor und dann ist der Lieblingsfilm von Elsie auch noch Twilight. Aber gleichzeitig ist es so perfekt geschrieben, dass ein ein Komfortbuch ist. Ein perfekter Typ, der offensichtlich von einer Frau geschrieben wurde und offen seine Gefühle und Gedanken kommuniziert? Ein lesbisches Ehepaar, dass keine große Rolle einnimmt und trotzdem ein wichtiger Bestandteil ist? Sexy Menschen die über Dinge reden die ich nicht verstehe, aber es Dinge sind die sie lieben? Ein fucking IGEL als Haustier? Count me in!
Nachdem ich die ersten 50 Seiten überwunden habe hab ich die restlichen 300 in zwei Tagen verschlungen und liebe Ali Hazelwood noch mehr als davor!
P.s. diese Frau kann unglaublich gut spicy Szenen schreiben ohne, dass sie irgendwie seltsam wirken oder unnatürlich.
Dieses Buch hat sich für mich wie ein Unfall angefühlt, irgendwie war es so kitischig und vorhersehbar, dass ich nicht wegschauen könnte aber gleichzeitig war es so cringe und unangenehm, dass ich aufhören wollte zu lesen.
Wir alle lieben starke nicht-männliche Hauptcharaktere, vor allem wenn diese im wissenschaftlichen Bereich tätig sind, aber Elsie ist gleichzeitig auch eine damsel in distress. Alles an dem Buch schreit Klischee, teilweise unangenhemer Humor und dann ist der Lieblingsfilm von Elsie auch noch Twilight. Aber gleichzeitig ist es so perfekt geschrieben, dass ein ein Komfortbuch ist. Ein perfekter Typ, der offensichtlich von einer Frau geschrieben wurde und offen seine Gefühle und Gedanken kommuniziert? Ein lesbisches Ehepaar, dass keine große Rolle einnimmt und trotzdem ein wichtiger Bestandteil ist? Sexy Menschen die über Dinge reden die ich nicht verstehe, aber es Dinge sind die sie lieben? Ein fucking IGEL als Haustier? Count me in!
Nachdem ich die ersten 50 Seiten überwunden habe hab ich die restlichen 300 in zwei Tagen verschlungen und liebe Ali Hazelwood noch mehr als davor!
P.s. diese Frau kann unglaublich gut spicy Szenen schreiben ohne, dass sie irgendwie seltsam wirken oder unnatürlich.
jessicaharleee's review against another edition
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
3.5
amanda_hyland's review against another edition
5.0
Quite possibly the best romance I have read ever?! I adored this book. This was my second Ali Hazelwood novel, and I am addicted to her writing style! I laughed out loud repeatedly (especially during the appearances by Elsie's roommate, Cece, who I found HILARIOUS) and thought this love story was adorable. I want a sequel for Jack and Elsie! Can't wait for my next Ali read!
ivysinconsistentreads's review against another edition
4.0
these books are my guilty pleasure but seriously though, sometimes all a person needs in a reading slump is a really corny romcom with a really well written subplot and a cringy tall guy short girl trope.