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zoe_m's review against another edition
4.0
At first I was wary of the premise. "Who," I thought, "do these men think they are, coming into the sanctum sanctorum that romance novels provide for women?"
I finished the book realizing the error of my ways and ready to recommend it to both the most die-hard romance readers and romance newbies alike.
Adams has written not only a great romance, but has provided an insightful meta commentary of the genre as a whole: the structure of the books, their inherent feminism... and also how exploring a woman's happily ever after can mean seeing a man fight for his by confronting toxic masculinity.
My main qualm with the book is the ending. I agree the second Big Grovel had to happen, but I wish the personal growth that went into it was more evenly spread throughout the book, rather than rushed into the last few chapters.
But all-in-all, THE BROMANCE BOOK CLUB is a solid romance novel that also manages to be an entertaining crash course in what an important role the genre does--and can--play in our society.
I finished the book realizing the error of my ways and ready to recommend it to both the most die-hard romance readers and romance newbies alike.
Adams has written not only a great romance, but has provided an insightful meta commentary of the genre as a whole: the structure of the books, their inherent feminism... and also how exploring a woman's happily ever after can mean seeing a man fight for his by confronting toxic masculinity.
My main qualm with the book is the ending. I agree the second Big Grovel had to happen, but I wish the personal growth that went into it was more evenly spread throughout the book, rather than rushed into the last few chapters.
But all-in-all, THE BROMANCE BOOK CLUB is a solid romance novel that also manages to be an entertaining crash course in what an important role the genre does--and can--play in our society.
taylorardoin's review against another edition
5.0
4.5/5 stars rounded up to 5.
This book was so cute!! It's definitely one of my favorite books of the year and I'm going to go ahead and add it to my all-time favorites list.
I knock it half of a star (for the purpose of this review) for the predictable fight that happens near the end of all of the typical romance novels that can usually just be solved by open communication.
That being said, there's just something about reading about married couples in romance novels. There's a deeper connection between the characters that I can relate to on another level since I'm also married. I love it - I need to read more books about married couples.
Also, I loved the fact that I live in Franklin, Tennessee and my husband works in Brentwood and we're familiar with the Nashville area. So, I'm fairly familiar with some of the places talked about within the novel. So, that was kinda cool. I hadn't read the synopsis prior to reading, I just trusted my friends' opinions to read this book. So, that was a nice surprise.
It's worth mentioning that this book has more to it than just the synopsis gives you. If you've been curious about this book, just pick it up. It's worth it.
This book was so cute!! It's definitely one of my favorite books of the year and I'm going to go ahead and add it to my all-time favorites list.
I knock it half of a star (for the purpose of this review) for the predictable fight that happens near the end of all of the typical romance novels that can usually just be solved by open communication.
That being said, there's just something about reading about married couples in romance novels. There's a deeper connection between the characters that I can relate to on another level since I'm also married. I love it - I need to read more books about married couples.
Also, I loved the fact that I live in Franklin, Tennessee and my husband works in Brentwood and we're familiar with the Nashville area. So, I'm fairly familiar with some of the places talked about within the novel. So, that was kinda cool. I hadn't read the synopsis prior to reading, I just trusted my friends' opinions to read this book. So, that was a nice surprise.
It's worth mentioning that this book has more to it than just the synopsis gives you. If you've been curious about this book, just pick it up. It's worth it.
lilalayachi's review against another edition
5.0
What a fun reading!
I laughed hard so many times and I was tearing up once or twice.
Gavin and Thea's story actually so related to real life. And I can relate to some parts of their story. I loved their progress and their ending.
But the part I loved the most is the bromance book club hahahaha They were so funny until the end. I love Russian and Mack the most.
There was no part of this book I don't like. I loved this book, to make me laughed so hard and actually learn something.
Can't wait for the second book! It will be about Mack and Liv. Eventho I get annoyed by Liv in this book but she made up for it and I am excited!!!!
I laughed hard so many times and I was tearing up once or twice.
Gavin and Thea's story actually so related to real life. And I can relate to some parts of their story. I loved their progress and their ending.
But the part I loved the most is the bromance book club hahahaha They were so funny until the end. I love Russian and Mack the most.
There was no part of this book I don't like. I loved this book, to make me laughed so hard and actually learn something.
Can't wait for the second book! It will be about Mack and Liv. Eventho I get annoyed by Liv in this book but she made up for it and I am excited!!!!
kayyylaaa's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
saritsars's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
rachelisreading91's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
nallelyjael's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
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
4.0
drjorgensen's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
hey_itsshelby's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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? No
4.0
At first I was unsure of if I’d love this book. It has been on my TBR/libby hold list for MONTHS and I finally got 3 or 4 of my Libby holds and was just cranking them out. And let me tell you this book exceeded all expectations. I loved the sports aspect, the family dynamic, the development of the characters. It had me laughing and kicking my feet. I immediately went to borrow the next two books on kindle. It was such a fun easy read.