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literarymary95's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Cursing
natafiguu's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
sad
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? It's complicated
3.75
first of all, this book as a LOT (more than 3) of jokes about being a slave of some sort. it weirded me out a lot. this book also drops the r slur. also, one more reference to how short and tiny the protagonist was and i may have died. i literally like the trope of the girl being smaller because i myself am the same height as the protagonist, but it went very overboard. the romance aspect of this book was spectacular and if it weren't for the literal slur being dropped I would've given it a much higher rating. the final chapter was actual perfection, their dynamic was amazing. i found the part when Lucy was yelling at Josh's dad pretty cringe though.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing and Sexual content
Minor: Ableism
mishaps's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Emotional abuse, Vomit, Body shaming, Fatphobia, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Ableism
sebradley29's review against another edition
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Vomit
tiredtori's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Content Warnings
Minor: Medical content, Misogyny, Toxic friendship, Sexism, Sexual content, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Classism, and Toxic relationship
matildai's review against another edition
funny
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? Yes
3.5
The Hating Game was another loaner book from my sister (we do a lot of book swaps). If you like the likes of authors like Sophie Kinsella or Emily Henry, then Sally Thorne will be right up your alley.
A witty and cute office romance that will make you laugh out loud and swoon over the enemies’ rivals-to-lovers trope.
Lucy Hutton and Joshua Templeman are executive assistants to the co-CEOs of B&G Publishing. A company that resulted from a merger of two rival firms.
They hate each other. Not dislike. Not begrudgingly tolerated. Hate. Their dislike is fueled by a passion to compete for everything, including a promotion to chief operating officer (COO). But when they are forced to work together on a team-building exercise, they discover that there is more to their relationship than mutual loathing. They start to feel an undeniable attraction that leads to some steamy encounters and surprising revelations. But can they overcome their fears and insecurities and admit their true feelings for each other?
This is my first Sally Thorne novel and it was a delightfully addictive read that kept me hooked from the first page to the last.
Sally creates a dynamic but realistic chemistry between Lucy and Joshua. Both are flawed but totally relatable. Lucy is a quirky and charming who struggles with her self-esteem and loneliness, while Joshua is a brooding and mysterious hero who hides his vulnerability and kindness behind a cold facade. Their banter is witty and sharp, their games are fun and clever, and their romance is sweet and sexy.
This book is so much more than a rivals-to-lovers trope. It explores some deeper themes such as family, career, identity, and trust, which add depth and emotion to the story.
If you want a chick-lit, modern office romance, rivals-to-lovers tread, then The Hating Game is for you.
This book made me laugh, smile, and feel annoyed, but ultimately it made me fall in love with the characters. I think we can all see a little bit of ourselves in Lucy & Josh.
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content
mollyalex's review against another edition
funny
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? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Vomit
thebookishpersuasion's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
gingerspark_96's review against another edition
emotional
funny
sad
tense
medium-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? No
5.0
LOVED IT!! Totally the hype worth.
I definitely knew from the get go that Joshua loved her since the day he first layed eyes on her.
I loved the writing style, I honestly wanted to know how it was gonna play out. I wasn't blindsided by anything other than Lucy's rabid lioness outburst post wedding - I did not see that coming, which made me love that moment so much!
But, I gotta be honest, about halfway through, I was standing on a 4* rating. The thing that put me off was the feeling that Lucy only wanted Joshua for his body. Which embarrassingly reminded me of myself when I just met my husband...
This whole book has bits & pieces of me & my husband in it & I could relate to it on such a deep level. Which is probably why I'm giving it a 5* rating, so many memories & feelings came back & I absolutely enjoyed the ride.
When I reached chapter 25 I was like: about damn time! Finally! But, in all honesty, I'm so glad Josh made Lucy his Easter Egg!
Can I just say 2 words. Joshua Templeman! 😍
I definitely knew from the get go that Joshua loved her since the day he first layed eyes on her.
I loved the writing style, I honestly wanted to know how it was gonna play out. I wasn't blindsided by anything other than Lucy's rabid lioness outburst post wedding - I did not see that coming, which made me love that moment so much!
But, I gotta be honest, about halfway through, I was standing on a 4* rating. The thing that put me off was the feeling that Lucy only wanted Joshua for his body. Which embarrassingly reminded me of myself when I just met my husband...
This whole book has bits & pieces of me & my husband in it & I could relate to it on such a deep level. Which is probably why I'm giving it a 5* rating, so many memories & feelings came back & I absolutely enjoyed the ride.
When I reached chapter 25 I was like: about damn time! Finally! But, in all honesty, I'm so glad Josh made Lucy his Easter Egg!
Can I just say 2 words. Joshua Templeman! 😍
Content Warnings
Minor: Cursing, Ableism, Sexual content, Vomit, and Bullying
chainsiren's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, and Vomit