A review by nabaraditi
Love Redesigned by Lauren Asher

funny hopeful lighthearted 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? Yes

3.5

I was reluctant to read a romance novel of over 500 pages. But then I am a book club member of a YouTuber Destiny Sidwell so I decided to give this book a try and I’m glad I did. By the first chapter I was hooked. I love that there’s dual POV. I love knowing the male character’s feelings and thoughts. If I'd want a book boyfriend, it would be Julian. He is God made! Top tier!! I loved their banter with the back and forth! I loved the mental health representation of anxiety and depression in the book.

Although the book was 530 pages, once I started reading it, it didn't feel that long. There are multiple tropes in the book but all made perfect sense.

This book had some of my favorite tropes:
Childhood friends to lovers
Friends to Lovers
He Falls First
Emotional Scars

I think the only think I wasn't a fan of is the spice. I guess I like closed door romances or like a little ajar door romances hehe if that's a thing.
One beautiful quote from the book that will forever stay with me: "No one but you defines your life’s purpose.”

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