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Come As You Are

Jess K. Hardy

4.04 AVERAGE

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amandajeanne's review

3.5
emotional hopeful reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

3 Stars! The cozy setting and swoony chemistry make for a good story but this book just wasn't my cup of tea.

I don't know what it was other than the fact that I didn't find any of the characters particularly likeable except Tex. Tex was my favorite.
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yeahorneighreviews's review

4.0

I was happily surprised to have a story revolve around two main characters closer to my own age! They've both overcome challenging obstacles and have come out on the better side.

The audio was great and drew me in almost immediately. I can't wait for the second book to release in audio format as well, and will be listening asap.
emotional lighthearted reflective 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

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emotional funny hopeful slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
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sparklingpynk's review


There were points where I almost DNF and in the beginning this all felt really cliché. But as the story progresses and certain things start to come to light, I quite enjoyed getting to know the whole group. 
I enjoyed that the main characters where in their 40s and 50s which I think made for a romance free of so much miscommunication. I like that this is a series and would be open to reading the other books.

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bookishlc's review

4.0

It's so nice to see a book with older characters! This was such a cute, semi-steamy romance! I also enjoyed that it was slow burn. The chemistry between Madigan and Ashley was delicious! It got a bit rushed at the end but even with that it was wonderful. I can't wait to read more by Jess K. Hardy!

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!

I loved this book! It was so fun, I loved drama, and I loved the spicy times! Ashley and Madigan were so cute, and I loved how Madigan wasn't the "rough and tough" toxic masculinity type, but actually talked about emotions and being vulnerable in a healthy way. I also really enjoyed getting to know the guys! I hope we get to see more of them!

5/5 Stars. Highly recommend.

Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved this book! It was so fun, I loved drama, and I loved the spicy times! Ashley and Madigan were so cute, and I loved how Madigan wasn't the "rough and tough" toxic masculinity type, but actually talked about emotions and being vulnerable in a healthy way. I also really enjoyed getting to know the guys! I hope we get to see more of them!

5/5 Stars. Highly recommend.

Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
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decameters's review

3.0
lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes