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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
DNF at 30%. It’s cute and quirky. The story itself isn’t terrible but lacking in magic. It felt dry. And I can not handle Daliha’s character. The way she talked and dismissed everything London said was annoying and rude at times. I am assuming it was supposed to be “cute banter” but it wasn’t cute or healthy communication at all.
lighthearted
medium-paced
medium-paced
adventurous
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Delightful cooking show setting that was structured like a Top Chef/GBBS hybrid. The characters read clunky to me, and some of the elements of their relationship (e.g., their class differences) were brought up repeatedly but never explored in a satisfying way.
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This book was so cute and I loved the glimpses into the cooking components because that part is always so interesting to me in cooking romance novels
Content Warnings
Moderate: Transphobia
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-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:
Complicated
Dahlia’s vibrant and larger-than-life personality, while just as skillfully embodying London’s more reserved and thoughtful demeanor. The way she allows you to truly feel Dahlia’s presence is nothing short of amazing! Together, London and Dahlia are the perfect yin and yang. Even as someone who doesn’t usually enjoy cooking, cooking shows, or reality television, I found this book’s magic irresistible—all thanks to Anita Kelly and Lindsey Dorcus!
I’m still crying while writing this review after sitting in the same spot without moving ever since I started the book today. Save to say, it’s gonna take a while to come down from the rush this beautiful read gave me.
This book.. oh wow. I was not prepared for the level of pure sweetness, charmingly honest characters and sizzling tension. The balance between hilarious and lighthearted banter, nerdy flirting and raw, multi dimensional and real characters full of struggles and insecurities was just perfect. I laughed so much, I cried almost as much from sheer emotional overload. This is the BEST kind of books and I’m so so so glad I finally picked it up. I already know it’s gonna be a constant re-read to chase that wholesomeness.
This book.. oh wow. I was not prepared for the level of pure sweetness, charmingly honest characters and sizzling tension. The balance between hilarious and lighthearted banter, nerdy flirting and raw, multi dimensional and real characters full of struggles and insecurities was just perfect. I laughed so much, I cried almost as much from sheer emotional overload. This is the BEST kind of books and I’m so so so glad I finally picked it up. I already know it’s gonna be a constant re-read to chase that wholesomeness.
emotional
lighthearted
medium-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Transphobia
Moderate: Blood, Injury/Injury detail