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aishallnot's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
5.0
UGH HONESTLY ONE OF MY FAVES IF NOT MY FAVE BOOK OF THE YEAR š«¶š½ā¤
i havent read romance a whole lot this year but this one really did it for me. its been so long since I've read a book and i didn't want to the story to end. i really loved the romance in this story. as someone who is *slowly* getting out of the people pleasing mindset (and a constant overthinker) i relate so much to janelle and not looking after herself when she needs to. she was such a sweetheart fr and i loved the confidence she has. and rome š„¹š« that's a book boyfriend fr or dare i say book husband.
I honestly wish this was longer and i think stories like this have the potential to be a novel. Some things were told to us rather than shown and i think if the story had more pages, we get to see certain moments in the relationship. other than that i had a good time y'all. the love story really stood out and i think bc of that this book holds a special place in my heart
i havent read romance a whole lot this year but this one really did it for me. its been so long since I've read a book and i didn't want to the story to end. i really loved the romance in this story. as someone who is *slowly* getting out of the people pleasing mindset (and a constant overthinker) i relate so much to janelle and not looking after herself when she needs to. she was such a sweetheart fr and i loved the confidence she has. and rome š„¹š« that's a book boyfriend fr or dare i say book husband.
I honestly wish this was longer and i think stories like this have the potential to be a novel. Some things were told to us rather than shown and i think if the story had more pages, we get to see certain moments in the relationship. other than that i had a good time y'all. the love story really stood out and i think bc of that this book holds a special place in my heart
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Violence and Alcohol
Minor: Infidelity
mels_reading_log's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Janelle is the maid of honor at her sister, Amerieās destination wedding to Janelleās ex boyfriend. Janelle is genuinely happy for them, but no one will believe she doesnāt feel scorned, and her sister is acting like a bridezilla. This is not the stress free two weeks Janelle was hoping for. In comes Rome, the best man and he has a plan to get rid of all of Janelleās stress.
Okay, so I have a new favorite book boyfriend. Iām obsessed with Rome, the way he takes care of Janelle is so hot. This whole book was so sexy and sensual, I mean even the model on the cover is gorgeous. This was the first book Iāve read by Natasha Bishop, but it will not be the last!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Violence
jennireadsmaybe's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
I can finally say I understand the hype behind this book. I started it and finished it within 24 hours. I just didn't want to put it down. J. Shani Michaels and Winston James did a phenomenal job at bringing the characters to life in the audio! I was straight up blushing while listening š³
Only for the Week is a vacation, friends (sort of) with benefits, "only for the week" hookup romance. It's short, steamy, and a wild ride. Janelle wants temporary and Rome knows that one week isn't enough. It's delectable. Their chemistry was off the charts. The smut!!!!
My favorite part was Janelle learning to stand up for herself!! It's always nice to read about a character that struggles in her familial relationships (definitely not speaking from personal experience here š«¢). Rome was all about giving her what she wanted just because he could!! Loved them both.
Thanks to @kendrareadswithlove for constantly sharing about this book!!!
Only for the Week is a vacation, friends (sort of) with benefits, "only for the week" hookup romance. It's short, steamy, and a wild ride. Janelle wants temporary and Rome knows that one week isn't enough. It's delectable. Their chemistry was off the charts. The smut!!!!
My favorite part was Janelle learning to stand up for herself!! It's always nice to read about a character that struggles in her familial relationships (definitely not speaking from personal experience here š«¢). Rome was all about giving her what she wanted just because he could!! Loved them both.
Thanks to @kendrareadswithlove for constantly sharing about this book!!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Gaslighting, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Alcohol, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Minor: Infidelity and Cancer
peachani's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? It's complicated
3.5
The proposal was the cutest thing I've ever read. Had me grinning like a fool.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Alcohol, Emotional abuse, Sexual harassment, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Gaslighting, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, and Infidelity
readtomea97's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Definitely cute but the characters pissed me off so bad. Rome and Javier were the heroes of this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Gaslighting, and Cursing
Moderate: Violence
sariereads's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Sexual content, and Gaslighting
backitupmoony's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Violence, Toxic relationship, and Alcohol
Minor: Cancer, Infidelity, and Misogyny
bookishkellyn's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The week before the rest of the wedding guests arrive, Rome offers to be a human stress reliever for Janelle as sheās bogged down by the friction with her jealous sister. Romeās motto is: āWhatever you need and want, whenever you need and want it.ā As a high quality book boyfriend, he doesnāt disappoint in the infamous yacht scene (where they became a book club of two) or the snorkeling and room service scenes. He rides for her when sheās not there and even when sheās present and chooses not to speak up for herself. This book wasnāt just about finding love but also about creating boundaries and lived up to all the hype.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Gaslighting and Emotional abuse
Minor: Violence and Sexual harassment
bcope84's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Bullying, Child abuse, Sexual harassment, and Violence
michelle_my_belle's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
tense
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? Yes
5.0
This book was so well written! For being such a fast-paced romance the depth and character development was amazing. There are characters you'll love and root for as well as characters you'll just want to punch in the face. Rome was a swoon-worthy book boyfriend. Not only was their relationship so fun to watch, bu they were so good for each other. The way he helped Janelle to stand up for and prioritize herself! And the banter between all the characters was fun.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Alcohol, Blood, Cursing, Drug use, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail, Sexism, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Moderate: Sexual assault and Infidelity
Minor: Cancer