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Happily Never After by Lynn Painter

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kstarr321's review

Started out really liking the characters and enjoying the read. Had some good humorous parts. But then it descended into a sophomoric story of sexual tension and denial of attraction. Also overuse of swearing which got annoying. Might have liked it better if there were more stories of the weddings they were hired to object, which I thought was the premise of the book.

graceforester's review against another edition

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funny inspiring 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? Yes

3.5

meggem221's review

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medium-paced

3.5

thebookishboymom's review against another edition

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funny fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

It's been decided: I love Lynn's adult books much more than her YA novels. I just really struggle with YA in general so please know this is a "me" thing.

Their name? The objectors. Their job? To break off weddings as hired. Their dilemma? They might just be in love with each other.

As a fan of contemporary romance and lighthearted stories, I really enjoyed the humorous and playful tone of "Happily Never After". With its themes of fake dating, friends-to-lovers, and romance, this book gave me all the warm and fuzzies. Painter balances the rom with the com perfectly in this standalone novel.

aflseniors09's review against another edition

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3.5

I have a personal dislike for the "get yours" phrasing that's used several times in the book and there also seemed like there was unnecessary filler (her and her coworkers saying hello 1 by 1 multiple times), I didn't hate it but didn't love it either