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keepingitread's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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? Yes
4.5
I loved this book. It was so much more than just a romance book and it wasn't what I was expecting however I like that. It so has so do with trying step out of your family's shadow and trying to no repeat mistakes that you witnessed growing up, and how that affects you emotionally as well as trying to break down these walls you feel like you had to build to stop yourself from losing control of yourself.
Content Warnings
Minor: Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, and Emotional abuse
rickireadss's review against another edition
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
3.0
i really thought i was going to like this more than book 1. the chemistry between the couple was definitely more present to me, but i honestly didn't really care about or for either mc. also all the description of the interior design was hella boring. i could have survived without it for sure. also that ending just felt so quick and unrealistic, idk. i honestly wouldn't recommend, but there is probably someone out there who would like this.
⚠️tw/cw: toxic relationship (fmc and mom), emotional abuse, gaslighting, death, panic attacks/disorder
⚠️tw/cw: toxic relationship (fmc and mom), emotional abuse, gaslighting, death, panic attacks/disorder
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Death
alisonreadsitall's review against another edition
- 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
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship
Moderate: Gaslighting and Emotional abuse
_thelitlibrarian's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
4.0
4.00 stars
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TW: Toxic Relationship, Gaslighting, Emotional Abuse, Death, Sexual Content.
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For once in Grace's life she has it all figured out - between working odd jobs and finishing up design school, she's been left a house that used to belong to her grandparents. Grace finds the perfect opportunity to renovate the house and make it hers, in walks in Noah Jansen real estate developer who has it all, and wants to buy Grace's house in efforts to make his own property his 'dream home'. I absolutely loved the banter between these two, I was a fan of how Grace wouldn't budge on her decision to sell the house no matter what.
By a twist of fate, Grace is hired on to decorate the interior of Noah's house - she accepts as it's a good way to get her work out there and in publications. This was the perfect mix of sunshine meets grump trope. I really enjoyed reading about how the two characters learned from each other allowing their personalities and values to grow. The book had me laughing out loud, but enjoyed all of the serious moments as well, it was nice seeing the two of them bond over their own personal parental dysfunctions.
It was clear from the start that the two of them would end up together, they had immediate chemistry - it would have been nice to see a bit more love/hate banter and not immediately have us figure out the two of them were falling for one and the other.
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TW: Toxic Relationship, Gaslighting, Emotional Abuse, Death, Sexual Content.
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For once in Grace's life she has it all figured out - between working odd jobs and finishing up design school, she's been left a house that used to belong to her grandparents. Grace finds the perfect opportunity to renovate the house and make it hers, in walks in Noah Jansen real estate developer who has it all, and wants to buy Grace's house in efforts to make his own property his 'dream home'. I absolutely loved the banter between these two, I was a fan of how Grace wouldn't budge on her decision to sell the house no matter what.
By a twist of fate, Grace is hired on to decorate the interior of Noah's house - she accepts as it's a good way to get her work out there and in publications. This was the perfect mix of sunshine meets grump trope. I really enjoyed reading about how the two characters learned from each other allowing their personalities and values to grow. The book had me laughing out loud, but enjoyed all of the serious moments as well, it was nice seeing the two of them bond over their own personal parental dysfunctions.
It was clear from the start that the two of them would end up together, they had immediate chemistry - it would have been nice to see a bit more love/hate banter and not immediately have us figure out the two of them were falling for one and the other.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Death
jmbibliophile's review against another edition
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.0
How to Love Your Neighbor is a grumpy-sunshine, enemies-to-lovers romance that’s sure to put a smile on your face!
Grace Travis has it all planned out: finish interior design school, get her dream job, and renovate the cozy little beach home her grandparents left her. But the day she moves in, she meets handsome real-estate developer, Noah Jansen – her neighbor and the man who’s been desperate to take her house to expand his own lot. Grace and Noah have big personalities and a fiery chemistry that leads to short tempers. When Noah is looking to get a magazine spread for his home renovation, the author sees their chemistry, and wants them both for the spread – with Grace as his designer for the project. When they both agree, Noah and Grace start to realize they have a lot more in common than they first thought, and against their better judgment, start to fall for each other.
I really enjoyed the authenticity of both Noah and Grace’s characters – they both had flaws which played a role in the development of the story and their romantic relationship. I found Grace to be incredibly relatable, with her independent, strong-willed, and driven nature. I also really appreciated the clear communication between the two. With Grace in her mid-twenties and Noah in his early thirties, they actually worked out disagreements like adults. Never shying away from apologies or learning from their mistakes.
Another highlight of this book is the support systems behind Noah and Grace. Morty, Rosie, Josh, and Chris, especially, were charming additions to the book that never overshadowed the main story. They helped Noah and Grace keep a level head and provided support in tough moments.
Occasionally, there were some dull moments and over-the-top corny dialogue, but overall, I found it to be an enjoyable read. If you like strong-willed characters, enemies-to-lovers, and home renovation, I definitely recommend How to Love Your Neighbor.
*Content Warning: Toxic Relationship with Parents*
(Note: I was provided an advanced copy of How to Love Your Neighbor by the publisher via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.)
Grace Travis has it all planned out: finish interior design school, get her dream job, and renovate the cozy little beach home her grandparents left her. But the day she moves in, she meets handsome real-estate developer, Noah Jansen – her neighbor and the man who’s been desperate to take her house to expand his own lot. Grace and Noah have big personalities and a fiery chemistry that leads to short tempers. When Noah is looking to get a magazine spread for his home renovation, the author sees their chemistry, and wants them both for the spread – with Grace as his designer for the project. When they both agree, Noah and Grace start to realize they have a lot more in common than they first thought, and against their better judgment, start to fall for each other.
I really enjoyed the authenticity of both Noah and Grace’s characters – they both had flaws which played a role in the development of the story and their romantic relationship. I found Grace to be incredibly relatable, with her independent, strong-willed, and driven nature. I also really appreciated the clear communication between the two. With Grace in her mid-twenties and Noah in his early thirties, they actually worked out disagreements like adults. Never shying away from apologies or learning from their mistakes.
Another highlight of this book is the support systems behind Noah and Grace. Morty, Rosie, Josh, and Chris, especially, were charming additions to the book that never overshadowed the main story. They helped Noah and Grace keep a level head and provided support in tough moments.
Occasionally, there were some dull moments and over-the-top corny dialogue, but overall, I found it to be an enjoyable read. If you like strong-willed characters, enemies-to-lovers, and home renovation, I definitely recommend How to Love Your Neighbor.
*Content Warning: Toxic Relationship with Parents*
(Note: I was provided an advanced copy of How to Love Your Neighbor by the publisher via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship and Gaslighting
decklededgess's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
trigger warnings: gentrification, death of loved ones, abusive parents, emotional abuse
HAHAHHAHA I hated this. Everyone was so annoying. The gentrification was truly the worst thing ever. The guy was so self pitying that no one believed in him as if his track record wasn't evidence of it. I hated the girl too although less so. That's really all I have to say. It's remarkably unmemorable.
HAHAHHAHA I hated this. Everyone was so annoying. The gentrification was truly the worst thing ever. The guy was so self pitying that no one believed in him as if his track record wasn't evidence of it. I hated the girl too although less so. That's really all I have to say. It's remarkably unmemorable.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol, Death, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Panic attacks/disorders
soulwinds's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Gaslighting and Sexual content
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