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4.03 AVERAGE
4.03 AVERAGE
Meghan Quinn's baseball books just keep getting better and better! Really they are all great, and each time I read a new one, I fall in love with the hero and say "He's my favorite!". In all actuality, I love them all, just like a mom can love all her kids for their unique characteristics. Holt is pretty fantastic- he's so flipping charming and I LOVED his persistence with Harmony. They had amazing chemistry and my favorite feature in a romance novel- believable witty banter. Harmony's roommate Priya was such a great side character and I hope we get to see more of her because she's just the best. The Strike Out succeeded at only only making me swoon and laugh, but it pulled on my heartstrings too. Such an amazing read to start out 2021!
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
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
Yet again, I was nervous about an unexpected pregnancy, but Meghan Quinn knows what she is doing! I loved Holt and Harmony; their banter was top notch and I liked the enemies-to-lovers energy. We also got to see some of the Knox/Emory and single Carson and Jason in this book from their days at Brentwood. Loved Harmony’s friend Priya in this book and her friendship with Holt.
3.5⭐️ 2
3.5⭐️ 2
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-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
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
I am not sure how Meghan Quinn does it, but she can blend humor, feels, and just the right amount of angst to leave you breathless but satisfied at the end of her books. Oh, and tears, frequently there are tears as an added bonus. The Strike Out is all this and more. I have to admit I have not read several of the books in this series, but I have met these boys in The Trade, and I have every intention of reading their stories as soon as I can. I especially like this glimpse into their college days. I really need to read Carson's book, though, after reading this one. Oh, and Jason kept me in stitches ("I have junk in my trunk") just like in The Trade, so I feel I need to read The Line Up soon too.
Holt is a charmer, but more importantly, his most outstanding quality is his zest for life. This characteristic is defined in the book--but spoilers. Let it be said that his charm, wit, passion, and dogged determination are all part and parcel of his, as Iggy Pop says, lust for life. He's a great baseball player, handsome, and smart, but that does not impress Harmony when they meet. Holt sets out on a plan to win her, and she puts up quite the fight.
Harmony decided she would make her way, and in there, she's lost sight of where she wants to be in her quest to be independent at all cost. The relationship with Holt requires her to re-evaluate her whys and hows. She has to learn to accept and not be afraid of losing herself. So the budding relationship with Holt is a thing of beauty to behold. But her roommate Priya (probably one of the most incredible friends and wingman ever) was so wise when she said their relationship was a tornado and they needed to step out of the whirlwind.
Their story was so sweet, but at the same time bumpy with the painful growth both had to do and the reality checks they received. The Strike Out is a great read and continues to solidify this author at the top of her game regarding college sports romance or romance in general. I'm still reeling from the Romantic Pact, and now my book hangover is being sweetly prolonged with The Strike Out. Hello, Meghan (*waves hand*) we need another epilogue for them--please and thank you.
Holt is a charmer, but more importantly, his most outstanding quality is his zest for life. This characteristic is defined in the book--but spoilers. Let it be said that his charm, wit, passion, and dogged determination are all part and parcel of his, as Iggy Pop says, lust for life. He's a great baseball player, handsome, and smart, but that does not impress Harmony when they meet. Holt sets out on a plan to win her, and she puts up quite the fight.
Harmony decided she would make her way, and in there, she's lost sight of where she wants to be in her quest to be independent at all cost. The relationship with Holt requires her to re-evaluate her whys and hows. She has to learn to accept and not be afraid of losing herself. So the budding relationship with Holt is a thing of beauty to behold. But her roommate Priya (probably one of the most incredible friends and wingman ever) was so wise when she said their relationship was a tornado and they needed to step out of the whirlwind.
Their story was so sweet, but at the same time bumpy with the painful growth both had to do and the reality checks they received. The Strike Out is a great read and continues to solidify this author at the top of her game regarding college sports romance or romance in general. I'm still reeling from the Romantic Pact, and now my book hangover is being sweetly prolonged with The Strike Out. Hello, Meghan (*waves hand*) we need another epilogue for them--please and thank you.
emotional
funny
hopeful
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