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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
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:
N/A
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
As a nonbinary person, I loved this book. There were parts that were hard to read, because they reflect my lived experiences. Overall I would recommend this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Bullying
Cooking program books are not my jam, and yet I wanted to give this one a chance because I wanted to try a full length book by this author. And I'm glad I've read it, even if I didn't love it.
Those characters were sweet and that cover superb (the reason why I chose to read that book by this author, instead of continuing their Moonlighters series). I especially appreciated London, who wanted to be out as nonbinary on a prime time foody program. With the consequences affiliated to that: on one side sadly the expected queerphobes who don't want us to invade their beloved cooking program, and on the other the many others who support their bravery (I wish for a world someday where being your true queerself will not be 'brave' anymore) but most importantly for all the queer out there who finally see themselves represented. I remembered that very queer season 13 of Masterchef Australia. Seeing several candidates openly queer was so southing to watch every week.
I loved seeing Dahlia & London slowly falling for each other. I really thoughtthe producers would capitalise on their romance in the show to get more viewers. But it wasn't the case, which was a good thing. I was also surprise how Dahlia got kick out of the show way sooner than I expected but it was necessary for her to do her own growth on her own. Their romance went faster and hotter than I expected at first. Those two were hoooot together. Always love to see bi rep in books. It was interesting to get here a young divorce woman who get the chance to act and explore her own bisexuality.
But even if I like this storyexcept that third act breakup which felt way too pushy with Dahlia angry at London for no reason but miscommunication , so far my favorite cooking romance is still sapphic The Romance Recipe by Canadian Ruby Barrett.
Those characters were sweet and that cover superb (the reason why I chose to read that book by this author, instead of continuing their Moonlighters series). I especially appreciated London, who wanted to be out as nonbinary on a prime time foody program. With the consequences affiliated to that: on one side sadly the expected queerphobes who don't want us to invade their beloved cooking program, and on the other the many others who support their bravery (I wish for a world someday where being your true queerself will not be 'brave' anymore) but most importantly for all the queer out there who finally see themselves represented. I remembered that very queer season 13 of Masterchef Australia. Seeing several candidates openly queer was so southing to watch every week.
I loved seeing Dahlia & London slowly falling for each other. I really thought
But even if I like this story
A steamy love story that takes place during a cooking competition. I was rooting for them from the very beginning.
Great, swoony read!
A queer (nb/f) romance set during a cooking competition?? Yes, please! I loved this novel and the leading characters, Dahlia and London. Can’t wait to read more from Anita Kelly!
A queer (nb/f) romance set during a cooking competition?? Yes, please! I loved this novel and the leading characters, Dahlia and London. Can’t wait to read more from Anita Kelly!
This book was fun! Dahlia and Londons' dynamic was fresh and tender. As a nonbinary person myself, I thought I'd relate the most to London, but Dahlia is just as much of a mess as I am. All characters are loveable (except Lizzie) and make for a well-rounded cast. London and Dahlia both endured and conquered their conflicts whilst also delivering boiling hot scenes. This book was a good time ❤️
This was cute as hell! The beginning felt a little slow for me, but I stuck around because I love cooking show/ competition stories. And food (that’s a given).
The romance was alright, but the ending definitely gave it more life in my opinion.
4/5 stars
The romance was alright, but the ending definitely gave it more life in my opinion.
4/5 stars
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Finding love on a cooking competition? Yes please. Recently divorced and on the verge of bankruptcy, Dahlia Woodson wants to change her life and finds herself on a popular reality cooking competition show called Chef’s Special. Too bad her first impression is falling face first and sending her fish tacos flying on the first episode, and the first person she bumps into is a super attractive person who might be the first person she actually might have a crush on ever since her divorce. Dahlia wants to win the prize money to help pay off her debts and possibly just be able to afford a living space in the future... but this competition might give her something she never even expected... or rather someone. London Parker has officially come out on national television and has laid out their pronouns, now all they have to worry about is winning the competition, the super cute klutzy girl who has stolen their attention, and getting their dad to accept their pronouns. Neither London or Dahlia expected to fall in love, but soon both of them can’t help but fall for the other... but what will their future hold as the competition draws closer and closer to the end. Do both of them have the right ingredients to make this relationship last or will they lose their happily ever after. This was a super great read! It’s sweet, romantic, relatable, and just an overall fun read! The chemistry between Dahlia and London was gorgeous and both of them had relatable struggles and I just adored them. The story is told from alternating POVs between Dahlia and London and it just works so well.
*Thanks Netgalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing), Forever for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
*Thanks Netgalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing), Forever for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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