3.93 AVERAGE

emotional hopeful 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

DNF at page 94

It gave me nothing to desire, no pacing at all.
The spice was given within the first 7 chapters so for me there was no reason to keep reading honestly, with these kinds of 'taboo' books I want to feel the desire and building but it did not unfortunately.
emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

What a whirlwind! I thought this book did a really good job at handling the moral dilemma of a best friend’s dad trope and all that can ensue. It was steamy, sexy, and smutty. I enjoyed Theo and Avery and felt they were well-matched. Their relationship progressed in what felt like a natural, real, raw way—it didn’t ever crossover to creepy (thank god). I had a good time reading this book and getting to know these characters. It did feel like a bit of an abrupt ending from the last chapter to the epilogue, but overall, I enjoyed this book! 
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4.0
emotional fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
medium-paced
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No

it’s a no from me, dawg

 The Worst Kept Secret had a lot going on, but it was such a fun read.  I cracked up laughing several times, and totally swooned at Theo and Avery's story.  This book was just as dirty, filthy, sexy as the last one and I absolutely loved it.  There's something about the hot dad next door in a forbidden way that just made this story so hot.  These two were pure perfection together.  I listened to the audiobook and it was very well done.

QB Tyler can do no wrong. Perfectly done age gap as always. I’m obsessed with Theo. I loved Avery and Lucas’ friendship and how it came around at the end. 10/10
fast-paced

Such a good read! Another great time. I literally enjoy anything Q.B. writes