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alexleigh20's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Moderate: Car accident
arireadsitall's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved everything about this book. It deserves allllll the hype! Sadie and Jack are two characters you’ll fall in love with and want to root for. Watching their friendship blossom into more melted my heart
Content Warnings
Minor: Car accident, Death of parent, and Emotional abuse
amccarthy's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Alcohol, Car accident, Grief, Bullying, and Death of parent
mishale1's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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? Yes
3.5
In Sadie and Jack’s story everything is in a different order than usual.
Sadie and Jack move in together immediately after meeting. After some time, despite Sadie being absolutely adamant that Jack was not her type, they start to fall for each other. Given that they already live together, it’s a big step to date because if it goes wrong then Sadie loses her dream house, right?
Sadie had a stable job. She had a plan to get out of debt. Then she lost the job. She knew then that the responsible thing to do would be to rent somewhere less expensive. She hasn’t quite pulled the trigger on this plan yet but must have already downloaded the app to look for rentals.
She goes out with her super supportive friend group and gets very drunk and thinks she lined up a date on a dating app. When she shows up for the date she realizes that she had actually connected with someone looking for a roommate.
The guy seems sweet, dorky and harmless to her. So she goes to check out his place and it’s love at first sight: with a brownstone.
She decides to move in. The rent is shockingly cheap and the house is amazing. This even gives her a chance to pursue her actual dream which is being a florist.
Jack and Sadie’s friends help her at every chance. Despite everyone always being there for her, Sadie always feels like she’s selfishly taking advantage of them.
She also starts falling for Jack. He’s falling for her too.
But Jack and Sadie both have major baggage. It isn’t going to be easy. Both characters probably need therapy before they can be happy together.
Jack lost his parents and he’s felt all alone in the world since then.
Sadie has a narcissist father who verbally and emotionally abused her.
I’ll be honest, I found Sadie irritating sometimes. And then I felt bad for finding her irritating because a lot of her bad choices were connected to her childhood.
I liked Jack the whole time. He was a good guy and a likable character.
I also liked the best friend characters. Sadie’s best friends could easily fill a novel of their own. I could see them with spin-off stories.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. I’d mention the verbal/emotional abuse as a content warning.
I got to read an early ebook edition from NetGalley. Thanks!
Sadie and Jack move in together immediately after meeting. After some time, despite Sadie being absolutely adamant that Jack was not her type, they start to fall for each other. Given that they already live together, it’s a big step to date because if it goes wrong then Sadie loses her dream house, right?
Sadie had a stable job. She had a plan to get out of debt. Then she lost the job. She knew then that the responsible thing to do would be to rent somewhere less expensive. She hasn’t quite pulled the trigger on this plan yet but must have already downloaded the app to look for rentals.
She goes out with her super supportive friend group and gets very drunk and thinks she lined up a date on a dating app. When she shows up for the date she realizes that she had actually connected with someone looking for a roommate.
The guy seems sweet, dorky and harmless to her. So she goes to check out his place and it’s love at first sight: with a brownstone.
She decides to move in. The rent is shockingly cheap and the house is amazing. This even gives her a chance to pursue her actual dream which is being a florist.
Jack and Sadie’s friends help her at every chance. Despite everyone always being there for her, Sadie always feels like she’s selfishly taking advantage of them.
She also starts falling for Jack. He’s falling for her too.
But Jack and Sadie both have major baggage. It isn’t going to be easy. Both characters probably need therapy before they can be happy together.
Jack lost his parents and he’s felt all alone in the world since then.
Sadie has a narcissist father who verbally and emotionally abused her.
I’ll be honest, I found Sadie irritating sometimes. And then I felt bad for finding her irritating because a lot of her bad choices were connected to her childhood.
I liked Jack the whole time. He was a good guy and a likable character.
I also liked the best friend characters. Sadie’s best friends could easily fill a novel of their own. I could see them with spin-off stories.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. I’d mention the verbal/emotional abuse as a content warning.
I got to read an early ebook edition from NetGalley. Thanks!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Death of parent
katrinaward's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, and Emotional abuse
sdupont's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
4.0
Lease on Love offers some great banter and supportive friends that are chosen family. Sadie and Jack have tension and chemistry that slowly builds overtime. I will say this book features a lot of negative self-talk, particularly from Sadie who is constantly calling herself an asshole and selfish . I felt like this detracted from the book and wish she had experienced growth and development in that area sooner. Overall, this book is an enjoyable read and I would recommend it!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Emotional abuse, and Grief
danielleeejames's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Death of parent
rachrreads's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I received an eARC from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Check this book out on February 1st, it is definitely worth the read!
Sadie has devoted her life to her cushy job at the accounting firm— working long hours in the hope she will get the promotion that will allow her to live more comfortably. When Sadie is passed up for the promotion she deserves—she loses it, thus losing her job. Sadie goes into a tailspin and drunkenly mistakes an app to find roommates as a dating app. The next day she finds herself at Jack Thomas' gorgeous brownstone with rent that is dirt cheap. Sadie signs the lease and moves in two weeks later, ready to start the floral business she always dreamed of.
Jack, who is still grieving from his parent's passing years before, begins to open up to Sadie. As they get to know each other, their feelings for each other begin to bloom. But, Sadie does not want to ruin a good thing— like she always does.
This had everything I wanted in a slow-burn romance. Sadie and Jack truly grew as friends and the tension between the two of them was immaculate. Sadie is sarcastic and pushy, but also so kind—even if she does not believe it herself. Jack is nerdy and sweet, but also hides himself from those around him. Watching these two learn to love themselves, and each other, was great to see.
Read this if you like:
*Slow-burn romance
*Roommates to friends to lovers
*Focus on healing themselves first
*Sadie following her dreams
*Great group of best friends
*Mysterious and sweet men
Check this book out on February 1st, it is definitely worth the read!
Sadie has devoted her life to her cushy job at the accounting firm— working long hours in the hope she will get the promotion that will allow her to live more comfortably. When Sadie is passed up for the promotion she deserves—she loses it, thus losing her job. Sadie goes into a tailspin and drunkenly mistakes an app to find roommates as a dating app. The next day she finds herself at Jack Thomas' gorgeous brownstone with rent that is dirt cheap. Sadie signs the lease and moves in two weeks later, ready to start the floral business she always dreamed of.
Jack, who is still grieving from his parent's passing years before, begins to open up to Sadie. As they get to know each other, their feelings for each other begin to bloom. But, Sadie does not want to ruin a good thing— like she always does.
This had everything I wanted in a slow-burn romance. Sadie and Jack truly grew as friends and the tension between the two of them was immaculate. Sadie is sarcastic and pushy, but also so kind—even if she does not believe it herself. Jack is nerdy and sweet, but also hides himself from those around him. Watching these two learn to love themselves, and each other, was great to see.
Read this if you like:
*Slow-burn romance
*Roommates to friends to lovers
*Focus on healing themselves first
*Sadie following her dreams
*Great group of best friends
*Mysterious and sweet men
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol and Sexual content
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Car accident, Emotional abuse, and Death of parent
bookedupchick's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
4.0
“‘Today’s been perfect, but not gonna lie I’m excited to get home’ [...]’ I’ve been home all day’ […] ‘My home is you.’” 🥺♥️
Sadie has just lost her soul sucking job and has no desire to find another one. She goes out with her friends to get her mind off of it, ends up tipsy, and decides to on a whim pop on her dating app. She finds a match and then makes a coffee date. ☕️ When she shows up at the coffee shop, she sees Jack, her date. Jack starts interviewing her and come to find out this wasn’t a date at all….she by accident swiped right on a roommate match! 😬💖
This is a roommates to lovers romance that was heartwarming with a little spice thrown in along the way. I loved the chemistry between the two. Their friends group texts were the best! At times their “ mental struggles” were a little over the top, but at the same time they had great character depth. Overall this was a beautiful love story and absolutely loved it! 🥰🥰🥰
Read this if you like ⤵️
💐 Roommates To Lovers
💐 Forced Proximity
💐 Slow Burn
💐 Second Chances
💐 Normalizing Therapy
💐 Amazing Friends Group
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Lease On Love by Falon Ballard
Thank you to NetGalley and GP Putnam for sharing a reviewer copy of this book with me in exchange for my honest opinion. 💖
Sadie has just lost her soul sucking job and has no desire to find another one. She goes out with her friends to get her mind off of it, ends up tipsy, and decides to on a whim pop on her dating app. She finds a match and then makes a coffee date. ☕️ When she shows up at the coffee shop, she sees Jack, her date. Jack starts interviewing her and come to find out this wasn’t a date at all….she by accident swiped right on a roommate match! 😬💖
This is a roommates to lovers romance that was heartwarming with a little spice thrown in along the way. I loved the chemistry between the two. Their friends group texts were the best! At times their “ mental struggles” were a little over the top, but at the same time they had great character depth. Overall this was a beautiful love story and absolutely loved it! 🥰🥰🥰
Read this if you like ⤵️
💐 Roommates To Lovers
💐 Forced Proximity
💐 Slow Burn
💐 Second Chances
💐 Normalizing Therapy
💐 Amazing Friends Group
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Lease On Love by Falon Ballard
Thank you to NetGalley and GP Putnam for sharing a reviewer copy of this book with me in exchange for my honest opinion. 💖
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Alcohol, Car accident, Death of parent, and Emotional abuse
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