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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
This book was the most solid 4 star book ever. Like it was so just fun to read and it just kind of flowed. And it obviously was just a book that didn’t take anything super seriously and I loved that. Because it was just laid out and all these fun little adventures and extra-ness things! I enjoyed it thoroughly.
this was not worth spending my time on instead of studying for finals. i have regrets
Alexis Hall is a wonderful writer, but this book was not for me.
Bonny gave me the ick and his sister was an unhinged maniac.
Bonny gave me the ick and his sister was an unhinged maniac.
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:
Yes
A very silly book but wow some of the writing was exquisite
Loved this, laughed out loud particularly in the first half.
Some of the situations were a bit annoying and I didn’t quite understand how they were happening and I also hated Belle’s character! but Valentine is one of my favourite characters for ages!
Some of the situations were a bit annoying and I didn’t quite understand how they were happening and I also hated Belle’s character! but Valentine is one of my favourite characters for ages!
I had such high hopes for this one but sadly it didn’t deliver.
Whilst I enjoyed the relationship and it’s development - which is the only real reason for three stars - I found the plot at times to be overly silly and ridiculous, and really repetitive to the extent that I found myself skipping huge chunks that I felt I’d already read before. I also hated Belle’s character and her behaviour throughout was entitled, selfish and unwarranted. I found the sections with her in almost impossible to read, which really spoiled my overall enjoyment of the book.
I also had a problem with the steamy scenes - as although I enjoy a bit of smut as much as the next person, I felt they were poorly executed and unnecessarily lewd rather than effective.
Really hoping Boyfriend Material impresses me more!
Whilst I enjoyed the relationship and it’s development - which is the only real reason for three stars - I found the plot at times to be overly silly and ridiculous, and really repetitive to the extent that I found myself skipping huge chunks that I felt I’d already read before. I also hated Belle’s character and her behaviour throughout was entitled, selfish and unwarranted. I found the sections with her in almost impossible to read, which really spoiled my overall enjoyment of the book.
I also had a problem with the steamy scenes - as although I enjoy a bit of smut as much as the next person, I felt they were poorly executed and unnecessarily lewd rather than effective.
Really hoping Boyfriend Material impresses me more!
3.5⭐
Thank you so much to Montlake and Netgalley for providing an e-arc copy! All thoughts and opinions are still my own.
I absolutely adore Alexis Hall and was so excited to see that they were writing a historical romance! This was such an adorable and laugh out loud funny addition to the genre and I really hope they write more in the future.
I have a few mixed feelings about this book so I'm going to break this into what I loved and what I didn't.
What I Loved
1. This book is hilarious. There were so many moments that had me laughing out loud. The banter was fantastic and there was just so much charm and wit to the dialogue and writing style. This book didn't take itself too seriously and it was just so much fun to read!
2. The way this book discussed gender and sexuality was perfection and honestly so refreshing for the genre. I loved this queer cast of characters and this discussions Alexis Hall had throughout this book.
3. The romance was everything I wanted. This has a fantastic opposites attract, grumpy/sunshine romance that you won't be able to help but fall for. These 2 have so much chemistry and I really loved them together.
What I Didn't Love
1. It got to be a little repetitive. I could have done with a couple less scenes of them "catching" the sister. But part of that may be because....
2. I really couldn't stand Arabella... I'm sorry but she was unbearable. While I understood where she was coming from at times, she was too outrageous and unreasonable for me. I grew really frustrated with her character by the end because I just couldn't understand why she wouldn't just explain how she was feeling. Rather than acting like a petulant child (sorry...)
But despite that, I really enjoyed this historical romance! Alexis Hall always writes hilarious romances full of fantastic characters and timely themes. And this was no exception! If you want a refreshing, queer take on historical romance, full of duels, carriage chases, and laugh out loud banter, definitely pick this book up!
Thank you so much to Montlake and Netgalley for providing an e-arc copy! All thoughts and opinions are still my own.
I absolutely adore Alexis Hall and was so excited to see that they were writing a historical romance! This was such an adorable and laugh out loud funny addition to the genre and I really hope they write more in the future.
I have a few mixed feelings about this book so I'm going to break this into what I loved and what I didn't.
What I Loved
1. This book is hilarious. There were so many moments that had me laughing out loud. The banter was fantastic and there was just so much charm and wit to the dialogue and writing style. This book didn't take itself too seriously and it was just so much fun to read!
2. The way this book discussed gender and sexuality was perfection and honestly so refreshing for the genre. I loved this queer cast of characters and this discussions Alexis Hall had throughout this book.
3. The romance was everything I wanted. This has a fantastic opposites attract, grumpy/sunshine romance that you won't be able to help but fall for. These 2 have so much chemistry and I really loved them together.
What I Didn't Love
1. It got to be a little repetitive. I could have done with a couple less scenes of them "catching" the sister. But part of that may be because....
2. I really couldn't stand Arabella... I'm sorry but she was unbearable. While I understood where she was coming from at times, she was too outrageous and unreasonable for me. I grew really frustrated with her character by the end because I just couldn't understand why she wouldn't just explain how she was feeling. Rather than acting like a petulant child (sorry...)
But despite that, I really enjoyed this historical romance! Alexis Hall always writes hilarious romances full of fantastic characters and timely themes. And this was no exception! If you want a refreshing, queer take on historical romance, full of duels, carriage chases, and laugh out loud banter, definitely pick this book up!