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3.65 AVERAGE
3.65 AVERAGE
Just from the blurb on the back, I knew I wanted to read this someday. But once I finally did, it was completely not what I was expecting, in both a good way and a not-so-good way.
I went into That Boy thinking it revolved around a teenage girl with romantic feelings for her two best guy friends; that she would like both of them but end up with that boy. And while this is the central plot, it wasn't that simple. This book tells Jayden's life story - literally, because it starts off with her as a child, then a teenager, and finally an adult, and it revolves not only around which boy she'll fall in love with, but her life in general. It tells both the ups and downs, exploring a few situations besides romance and friendship: loss, mistakes, second chances. I'm not exactly sure if I liked the book better because of this, but it was nice to be surprised.
However, I wasn't that big a fan of Jayden. I guess it's because I've never read a book where the female protagonist is an absolute flirt (yup, that's it), and I never did connect with her.
The boys? I want two hot BFFs that are guys! Both are athletic and sweet (Danny in his own way), and it was quickly obvious why Phillip is the one meant for Jayden (it was pretty much a given, though, that she would end up with him); she's hotheaded and stubborn to a fault, and he balances her out.
Another complaint I had was the writing. It just didn't do it for me, what with all the bold and italicized words, plus Jayden's voice bothered me a bit for some reason.
I've rated this a 3 because I think the series has potential, and I honestly did like, but no where near loved, this book. I'll be checking out That Wedding, and hopefully if I like it, the final book.
I went into That Boy thinking it revolved around a teenage girl with romantic feelings for her two best guy friends; that she would like both of them but end up with that boy. And while this is the central plot, it wasn't that simple. This book tells Jayden's life story - literally, because it starts off with her as a child, then a teenager, and finally an adult, and it revolves not only around which boy she'll fall in love with, but her life in general. It tells both the ups and downs, exploring a few situations besides romance and friendship: loss, mistakes, second chances. I'm not exactly sure if I liked the book better because of this, but it was nice to be surprised.
However, I wasn't that big a fan of Jayden. I guess it's because I've never read a book where the female protagonist is an absolute flirt (yup, that's it), and I never did connect with her.
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Also, when her parents die, I didn't entirely feel like her reaction was very well written; she finds out her mother's dead and her father probably will die, and somehow she managed to stay calm for the most part. I don't really see that happening in real life. But you could argue that she takes it so well because she's such a strong person, which she is in her own way. Still, I didn't like the execution.The boys? I want two hot BFFs that are guys! Both are athletic and sweet (Danny in his own way), and it was quickly obvious why Phillip is the one meant for Jayden (it was pretty much a given, though, that she would end up with him); she's hotheaded and stubborn to a fault, and he balances her out.
Another complaint I had was the writing. It just didn't do it for me, what with all the bold and italicized words, plus Jayden's voice bothered me a bit for some reason.
I've rated this a 3 because I think the series has potential, and I honestly did like, but no where near loved, this book. I'll be checking out That Wedding, and hopefully if I like it, the final book.
lighthearted
medium-paced
It was a nice/sweet story. It wasnt as cliche as I thought it would be. Dodd took a typical storyline and shook it up. So even though you know what's going on, you're still emotionally invested.
And the fact that I see myself in JJ and know I need a Prince... :-)
And the fact that I see myself in JJ and know I need a Prince... :-)
A silly little story where everything ends up as expected with a small amount of incredible sadness that was written well enough to make me cry. Overall an easy read that doesn’t require a lot of thought.
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
medium-paced