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A review by mari98
Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood
funny
hopeful
relaxing
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? It's complicated
4.5
Although it took me a while to finish this, I was hooked by the second half and I am amazed that I loved this more than The Love Hypothesis.
I loved loved loved (Jonathan)Jack Smith-Turner, whatever his name was. He was the right level of brooding, reassuring, comfort character I've searched in books for a long time. I would reread this book a million times just to 'listen' to what he has to say. But I couldn't wrap my head around the fact that Elsie was so CLUELESS to Jack's advances. Even when he was showing her just how much he cared about her, we could always see her inner monologue doubting everything. Which threw me off completely, but I was willing to read on because I love Ali Hazelwood's writing.
The story is simple and sweet and takes you into the world of academia and the 'physics politics' was really interesting to read. The author's note gave insight to a lot of the issues raised in the book and I'm glad deep hidden issues are brought to light in a light-hearted romance book.
I loved loved loved (Jonathan)Jack Smith-Turner, whatever his name was. He was the right level of brooding, reassuring, comfort character I've searched in books for a long time. I would reread this book a million times just to 'listen' to what he has to say. But I couldn't wrap my head around the fact that Elsie was so CLUELESS to Jack's advances. Even when he was showing her just how much he cared about her, we could always see her inner monologue doubting everything. Which threw me off completely, but I was willing to read on because I love Ali Hazelwood's writing.
The story is simple and sweet and takes you into the world of academia and the 'physics politics' was really interesting to read. The author's note gave insight to a lot of the issues raised in the book and I'm glad deep hidden issues are brought to light in a light-hearted romance book.