Reviews with content warning for Vomit - The Hating Game

I watched the movie, multiple times, before I knew it was based on a book. So, of course, I had to read it! Although I love the movie, the book goes into detail about how their relationship develops.

Lucy was such a sweet person and I couldn't understand why Josh couldn't stand her being nice to everyone,

until much later when you realize people just walk all over her because she's nice and wants people to like her.

I definitely did a lot of awhing and laughin for a hate-to-love relationship!

I wasn't ready for the book to end, I wanted to see some more interaction with Lucy's parents, they seemed so sweet!

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ahen's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-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

4.0

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sarahflanders's review against another edition

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emotional 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? It's complicated

3.5

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mattiedancer's review against another edition

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funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Writing: 3.75⭐️/5

Serviceably written, with some very fun sections!

Characters: 4⭐️/5

I mean, I might just be in love with Joshua, but I thought the characters we focus on were both fun and fresh in their development. I loved their quirks and personalities, and I loved getting to know both of them. However, the side characters definitely lacked some depth and, despite the fact that I love the main characters, I would have loved to see the development of side characters even just a touch more.

Plot: 4⭐️/5

A coworker who hates you, a merger that pushes you to work hard to save jobs, and a hot guy you have to stare at all day. Throw in a momentary illness, a wedding in which one of you needs a date, and a very hot scene in an elevator, and you have a captivating story. Sure, the paintball section drug on way too long in my opinion. Sure, the wedding section could have been condensed to include all the spicy scenes and fewer tense moments. Sure, I could have gone without the misunderstanding tropes times a few times. Sure, the ending lacked a little something something. But, damn, I had fun.

Who Should Read This Book?

Fans of a fast slow burn (trust me, it makes sense)
Fans of enemies to lovers
Fans of there’s only one bed!
Romance readers who are looking for a read with a bit more than just spice

Content Warnings?

Sexual content, vomit, illness, medical content, gaslighting, bullying, toxic family, toxic relationships,

Post-Reading Rating: 4⭐️/5

Cute, I love them.

Final Rating: 4⭐️/5

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briast4r's review against another edition

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challenging funny lighthearted tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.25

The hating game is definitely something to hate. They talked about jokingly killing each than suddenly chapter like 9 they are making out in an elevator? Shes is acts like a pick me a little and collects smurfs .. I only finished the book because it'll bother me forever if k didnt... it took 2 months for me to finish reading it. I would not recommend

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purplepenning's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No

3.75

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naslaf's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

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