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le3713's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Mental illness
kbbongiovanni's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
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
5.0
AMAZING!!!! I love Guillory’s work and this most recent addition was NO EXCEPTION! The plot was so enjoyable and reminded me of my favorite movie of all time (Notting Hill). The characters were also deeply relatable in my favorite way and watching them grow together and separately was lovely! There were some incredibly sexy bits but in the best way!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
samieron97's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
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
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Mental illness
stevie's review against another edition
funny
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual content
chelleivancic's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Fatphobia and Mental illness
allisonwonderlandreads's review against another edition
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
3.0
This love story is such a Guillory Whirlwind. There are repressed feelings, stolen weekends, and a deep appreciation for food-- all infectious qualities in a book. It stars Ben, emotionally unavailable playboy and genuine gentleman, and Anna, an anxious actress trying to climb back to normalcy and success after a difficult year, mental health-wise. Their fling becomes a fake relationship when the positive press can be put towards solidifying Anna's chances at an Oscar-worthy role.
There was a lot to enjoy in this fluffy romance. I enjoyed all the sneaking around to hide Anna from the paparazzi, especially a certain contortionist suitcase scene. I also stan the open conversations and respect between our two lovebirds. Anna was a great heroine; she's seeking perfection in a profession (a whole world, actually) where being fat and being Black set her at unfair disadvantage. She's coming to terms with seeing the progress in her life and not judging herself for needing help or for prioritizing her own well-being. The story is a rallying cry for therapy and for leaning on each other.
It was all a bit too fast and furious for my personal taste, but I think the pacing suited the characters. Also, the banter didn't leave me either swoony or laughing out loud, which are my preferred outcomes. However, I liked all the ideas in this story, and I thought both leads were genuinely excellent people. I think that fans of the author will find that this latest installment does not disappoint.
There was a lot to enjoy in this fluffy romance. I enjoyed all the sneaking around to hide Anna from the paparazzi, especially a certain contortionist suitcase scene. I also stan the open conversations and respect between our two lovebirds. Anna was a great heroine; she's seeking perfection in a profession (a whole world, actually) where being fat and being Black set her at unfair disadvantage. She's coming to terms with seeing the progress in her life and not judging herself for needing help or for prioritizing her own well-being. The story is a rallying cry for therapy and for leaning on each other.
It was all a bit too fast and furious for my personal taste, but I think the pacing suited the characters. Also, the banter didn't leave me either swoony or laughing out loud, which are my preferred outcomes. However, I liked all the ideas in this story, and I thought both leads were genuinely excellent people. I think that fans of the author will find that this latest installment does not disappoint.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual content
Moderate: Abandonment, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Mental illness, and Racism
meganpbennett's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
4.25
I've been looking forward to book six in The Wedding Date series ever since I finished Party of Two, and I was so excited when I saw that NetGalley had eARCs of it. So excited. Immediate request when I saw that. And it was worth it. It's not my favorite of the series (that belongs to Royal Holiday), but a very solid romance novel built on what is both a very unique and very common trope-filled plot, including there's only one bed, and fake dating.
Ben Stephens, brother to Theo from The Wedding Party, is not looking for a serious or full-time thing when movie star Anna Gardiner ends up as the lead actress for an ad campaign he's running. It's lust at first sight for both of them. They share an emotional drive from San Fransisco to LA one night, and learn that there's only one bed in the only hotel room left. Shortly thereafter, Anna's manager tells her that she needs to appear to be in a relationship, and she chooses Ben, who says he'll be good, he won't fall for her as he's playing her boyfriend and sleeping with her. Can he keep from falling for her? Can she keep from falling for him? Does her fake dating ploy get her the role she wants? Read to find out.
Ben Stephens, brother to Theo from The Wedding Party, is not looking for a serious or full-time thing when movie star Anna Gardiner ends up as the lead actress for an ad campaign he's running. It's lust at first sight for both of them. They share an emotional drive from San Fransisco to LA one night, and learn that there's only one bed in the only hotel room left. Shortly thereafter, Anna's manager tells her that she needs to appear to be in a relationship, and she chooses Ben, who says he'll be good, he won't fall for her as he's playing her boyfriend and sleeping with her. Can he keep from falling for her? Can she keep from falling for him? Does her fake dating ploy get her the role she wants? Read to find out.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Sexual content
Moderate: Fatphobia
Minor: Abandonment
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