A review by jls6283
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood

lighthearted medium-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

3.5

Things I liked: FMC’s inner monologue of self-doubt is relatable, the 🌶️ scenes are realistic especially for women who are more naturally guarded and/or introverted (or ever experienced sexual anxiety and/or vaginismus. It was a very mild example, but this was the first time I’ve seen something even similar in a romance novel and appreciated it.)

Things I didn’t like as much: fake dating trope, miscommunication trope, the fact that she lies to him, some of the cheesiness, the numerous “big” references, I found the ending revelation with
him silently pining after her for 3 years after one short interaction
to be a little unrealistic…

Will I listen to the other “Steminist Romances” by Ali Hazelwood? Yes. Yes, I will.
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