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art_books_chemistry's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
As ridiculous as the concept of this book is, I found it weirdly believable! I would like to think nobody would try to sue Disney over the loss of their "happily ever after" but y'all are in this world with me and we all know people are crazy. I seriously couldn't tell through most of the book if the author was pro-Disney or anti-Disney; in fact I wasn't totally sure until the Author's Note at the end. That's part of what lent credibility to the story, I think. It is a romcom so you can absolutely predict part of the ending, though you might be surprised at how some pieces come together. I did think some of the drama felt a bit forced, like it was needed but it wasn't transitioned into the story super well.
I appreciated all the Legally Blonde references and laughed at some of the fake-Disney (Kingston) Disney references. I suppose the point wasn't to try and hide them super hard since this is princess oriented and the biggest names there are all public domain, but I kind of wished some of them were a little cleverer than Ricky the Rat and Ilsa.
I honestly disliked most of the characters. I found them all to be at best vapid and shallow, and I really didn't care if either side succeeded or failed. My coworker from Cali says the LA area really is all like that but oof, just not relatable. This is my second contemporary Cali-based book in the past couple years and I felt similarly of the other one as well so maybe it's a sign to just not read anything contemporary that's based in California.
I thought the narrators did a good job on the audiobook and recommend this to anyone who loves a solid romantic comedy.
I appreciated all the Legally Blonde references and laughed at some of the fake-Disney (Kingston) Disney references. I suppose the point wasn't to try and hide them super hard since this is princess oriented and the biggest names there are all public domain, but I kind of wished some of them were a little cleverer than Ricky the Rat and Ilsa.
I honestly disliked most of the characters. I found them all to be at best vapid and shallow, and I really didn't care if either side succeeded or failed. My coworker from Cali says the LA area really is all like that but oof, just not relatable. This is my second contemporary Cali-based book in the past couple years and I felt similarly of the other one as well so maybe it's a sign to just not read anything contemporary that's based in California.
I thought the narrators did a good job on the audiobook and recommend this to anyone who loves a solid romantic comedy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Minor: Infidelity, Alcohol, and Addiction
bookameme's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Someone’s a Disney Fan
Thoughts💡
Some parts of this were cute and I enjoyed the audio. There was a strong focus on family and friends which was nice. The characters have all had major heartbreaks and struggles but persevered to find their happy ending and the magic in their lives.
Some parts of this were cute and I enjoyed the audio. There was a strong focus on family and friends which was nice. The characters have all had major heartbreaks and struggles but persevered to find their happy ending and the magic in their lives.
The legal drama was very similar to the pageantry of the Legally Blonde movies and Drop Dead Diva. The entertainment conglomerate that the MC wanted to sue was called Kensington but was very clearly the big mouse, that no one is ever allowed to name directly without forking over the big bucks. It’s very clear that the author is pro-Disney and Disney magic and goes on to sing the praises of the company in her author’s note, so if you’re a fan of the company I’m sure you will find this book very pleasant and entertaining.
There were references to real court cases, but they aren't accurately represented, namely the reference to the woman that sued McDonald’s for hot coffee. I don’t fully blame the author for that one, instead I chalk it up to one of the most successful uses of propaganda from a conglomerate. However, the propitiation of the propaganda was quite irksome to me and did negatively affect my thoughts on the book. There’s a very clear stance that Disney, God, and the power of belief are wonderful things. And the author seems to be a very positive person in general. So if those are things that you believe in as well then I’m sure you will enjoy this book.
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Clean RomCom: left at the altar, courtroom drama, forbidden crush, rivals to lovers, emotional scars, redemption, female friendship, WF + RomCom crossover
First Person, Past Tense, Dual POV
⚠️ There are tidbits of church talk and scriptures with religious/ salvation talk at the very end. She basically delivers a sermon.
cris_is_in_crisis's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
mamabear81's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
bookish_aly_cat's review against another edition
5.0
This was such a fun read! I absolutely loved everything about this book. I adored the characters, I loved all of the “Disney” references, and the story itself was perfect. This story had the perfect combination of drama, romance, and twists.
I found this story to have a refreshing take on romance, as the love interests didn’t even spend time together throughout the book. Yet, somehow the premise was still believable enough for me. I loved it.
Read this if you like:
- Left at the alter trope
- Dual POV
- Witty banter
- Court room setting
This is one of my new favorites and I highly recommend picking this one up.
asanden's review against another edition
5.0
Wonderful writing with perfect pacing. The dialogue was witty and I felt the characters were friends. More than your average rom com!!
alaynamendoza's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Stephanie Mack is consistent in coming up with refreshing premises that I’ve personally never been exposed to before. She makes these “big ideas” believable and truthfully makes me think her storylines can REALISTICALLY happen. I noticed this in her novel When We Blinked and I’m especially noticing it now for Suing Cinderella. *spoiler* like when Peyton describes how the McDonald’s cases gave her inspiration in the delectably described nail salon. This made me truthfully believe, wow, this premise is likely, which I’m always looking for in books even if I typically read fantasy novels*spoiler*. I loved that the dialogue was believable, witty, and most of all funny between Peyton & Scottie.
Loved the Male love interest too!! A real life prince.
This was a tear-jerker for me. Maybe because of my very personal experience with foster care, maybe because of references to things I’ve experienced on my own that felt so personal. My love for Disney and how those fairy tales inspired me to keep going (Go the Distance from Hercules was an anthem for me when I needed it). Overall, I loved the observation and commentary of family dynamics, especially non-traditional family dynamics. Highly recommend!
Loved the Male love interest too!! A real life prince.
This was a tear-jerker for me. Maybe because of my very personal experience with foster care, maybe because of references to things I’ve experienced on my own that felt so personal. My love for Disney and how those fairy tales inspired me to keep going (Go the Distance from Hercules was an anthem for me when I needed it). Overall, I loved the observation and commentary of family dynamics, especially non-traditional family dynamics. Highly recommend!
sarahsbookstack's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
At first glance you might think "Really? Suing a company (a lá Disney) because you were left at the altar and they are "to blame"? But it worked
I had a blast with this book. Yes, a little far fetched, but I loved Scottie's conviction in seeing this lawsuit through to the end! I loved all the references that I could pinpoint being a "Disney nerd" myself. One thing I really, really liked about this book is what happens with Scottie and a certain someone who left and what it brings them at the end. It's bittersweet, but in a way very heartwarming.
The small, not so talked about, romance was just a small blip in my radar... What really sold me was the relationship with Scottie and her best friend Peyton. P was just the kind of girl I'd want by my side if I lived Scottie's life.
I had a blast with this book. Yes, a little far fetched, but I loved Scottie's conviction in seeing this lawsuit through to the end! I loved all the references that I could pinpoint being a "Disney nerd" myself. One thing I really, really liked about this book is what happens with Scottie and a certain someone who left and what it brings them at the end. It's bittersweet, but in a way very heartwarming.
The small, not so talked about, romance was just a small blip in my radar... What really sold me was the relationship with Scottie and her best friend Peyton. P was just the kind of girl I'd want by my side if I lived Scottie's life.
chelz286's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I feel that most of us can relate to Scottie and having been raised with fairytales, and princesses, and happy ever after endings from our childhood movies. This novel is a fun twist on Scottie trying to get comeuppance for the false belief of the happy ever after with the fairytale wedding after her groom leaves her at the alter. With the help of her lawyer bestie, they decide to file a case against the Kingston company, one of the largest companies in the world. For Scottie can't be the only one to have had her heart broken from believing in these fairytales that have a hand in almost everything. From movies, to clothing, to products, to theme parks - it is everywhere for everyone. As the trial gets underway, the truth of how Scottie was raised, and someone from her past is called to testify. This could change the whole outcome of the trial and make Scottie realize that the new romance in her life, may just be another false dream. Can fairy tale weddings and happy ever afters really happen or is that just in the movies? Thank you to Suzy Approved Book Tours for the invite and to the author for the complementary novel.
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