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sara_says_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.75
joyfulgirl's review
3.0
I would say 3.5 stars. It’s a good story, low angst. The FMC was a little grating. The issue of “communication is the only conflict,” is basically it on her end and it’s aggravating I guess. The story isn’t super well developed, but great if you are just looking for an easy read.
andy_reads13's review
funny
relaxing
medium-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? Yes
3.0
kaydanielsromance's review
5.0
Hilarious new romcom by Avery Flynn. I not only fell in love with Caleb and Zara and their ultimate genuineness, but also their adorable banter, hot chemistry and all around charming odd pairing (which is perfectly made for each other). Parental Guidance will melt your heart and tickle your funny bone.
Can you imagine your mother setting you up on your next date?
I'd rather stick a stick in my eye.
Then can you imagine that your mother is involved because you've screwed up - viral-video-level screwed up and she's now involved to help save not only your image, but also that of the team you play for.
I'd still rather pick death, but...
Caleb opts for five dates and saving his face and that of his team. Not only does Caleb go on the dates, he does it with humility, humor, and he finds that he actually enjoys them more than expected.
Zara is a small redhead filled with lots of gumption, saying what she thinks, and Caleb can't help it, he's drawn to her instantly. However, they both decide their "dates" are just for the duration of his penalty and once he's out of the sin bin they can each go their separate ways, even if each date proves to be less and less of a punishment. How can he spin this to keep her without breaking all the rules once again?
Zara joins the dating app on a bet and decides to go on the dates to help her dad. Once she meets Caleb she knows that rules must be instituted, a man who landed himself in his predicament obviously needs guidance and Zara is a woman who likes order, rules and she isn't about to let Caleb get past her defenses. Five dates and that's it, no matter how charming and sexy he is.
Caleb and Zara set out, each with their own goals to meet, never expecting that their goals would mesh in the middle and that they might actually have a good time. Who would expect that having your mother pick out your date would actually mean having a good time on one?? Certainly not either of them.
Pick up Parental Guidance and hold on to your funny bone because it will be tickled over and over again.
Can you imagine your mother setting you up on your next date?
I'd rather stick a stick in my eye.
Then can you imagine that your mother is involved because you've screwed up - viral-video-level screwed up and she's now involved to help save not only your image, but also that of the team you play for.
I'd still rather pick death, but...
Caleb opts for five dates and saving his face and that of his team. Not only does Caleb go on the dates, he does it with humility, humor, and he finds that he actually enjoys them more than expected.
Zara is a small redhead filled with lots of gumption, saying what she thinks, and Caleb can't help it, he's drawn to her instantly. However, they both decide their "dates" are just for the duration of his penalty and once he's out of the sin bin they can each go their separate ways, even if each date proves to be less and less of a punishment. How can he spin this to keep her without breaking all the rules once again?
Zara joins the dating app on a bet and decides to go on the dates to help her dad. Once she meets Caleb she knows that rules must be instituted, a man who landed himself in his predicament obviously needs guidance and Zara is a woman who likes order, rules and she isn't about to let Caleb get past her defenses. Five dates and that's it, no matter how charming and sexy he is.
Caleb and Zara set out, each with their own goals to meet, never expecting that their goals would mesh in the middle and that they might actually have a good time. Who would expect that having your mother pick out your date would actually mean having a good time on one?? Certainly not either of them.
Pick up Parental Guidance and hold on to your funny bone because it will be tickled over and over again.
blklitmagic's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
autumnkirsten's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-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? It's complicated
3.75
kelread's review
3.0
Three stars by a thread. Last two chapters were rushed. Epilogue dialogue was cringey.
caseyblue75's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0