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A review by shannonigans322
The Intimacy Experiment by Rosie Danan
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
What a charming romance. I checked out the audiobook on Libby while on the hunt for another title. Though I haven't yet read Danan's first novel (The Roommate), there was minimal crossover, so it was easy enough to keep up. Shoutouts to bisexual/Jewish/and former sex worker representation. I think that the topics of former sex work and belonging, as well as religious identity and community are handled very nicely. There are a few steamy scenes, but nothing too intense. I wish that we had gotten the chance to know more of the side characters a bit better, so this clocks in at a solid 3.5 stars for me.
Graphic: Sexual harassment
Moderate: Biphobia
Minor: Antisemitism