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A review by readthatromance
Looking for Like by Ravina Hilliard
4.0
The banter in this was a thing of beauty.
I picked this up because it was a no-nonsense female detective being forced to work with a billionaire Hollywood star. And on that front, it absolutely did not disappoint. I loved how the characters were portrayed, complete with witty banter, angst, and sudden unexpected attraction that slowly led to more.
I thought that the case they were working was something they could reasonably achieve, but it was difficult enough that it kept me guessing and drove the story forward. And I have to say, I did not see the twist coming at all, but it made everything fall into place so nicely.
All told, these two had the witty banter you want from a rivals to lovers style romance, all the chemistry and sizzle that has the windows steaming, and more than enough drama to go around. I loved how their relationship developed in a way that made sense for them, and I really loved how that element tied into the title of this novel.
I personally would have preferred jumping a little more into the story without the prologue, or else getting a little more of a hint in the prologue of what I was about to see regarding the twist. I also would have liked a little more of a distinct voice from Patrick, and felt that at times the story moved a little slower than I wanted.
I don’t think these things detract too much from the story, though, and would definitely recommend this book if you are into spicy scenes, female detectives, billionaire Hollywood actors, or enemies-to-lovers style banter.
3.5 / 5 Stars.
I was granted a review copy of this title in order to facilitate this voluntary and honest review.
I picked this up because it was a no-nonsense female detective being forced to work with a billionaire Hollywood star. And on that front, it absolutely did not disappoint. I loved how the characters were portrayed, complete with witty banter, angst, and sudden unexpected attraction that slowly led to more.
I thought that the case they were working was something they could reasonably achieve, but it was difficult enough that it kept me guessing and drove the story forward. And I have to say, I did not see the twist coming at all, but it made everything fall into place so nicely.
All told, these two had the witty banter you want from a rivals to lovers style romance, all the chemistry and sizzle that has the windows steaming, and more than enough drama to go around. I loved how their relationship developed in a way that made sense for them, and I really loved how that element tied into the title of this novel.
I personally would have preferred jumping a little more into the story without the prologue, or else getting a little more of a hint in the prologue of what I was about to see regarding the twist. I also would have liked a little more of a distinct voice from Patrick, and felt that at times the story moved a little slower than I wanted.
I don’t think these things detract too much from the story, though, and would definitely recommend this book if you are into spicy scenes, female detectives, billionaire Hollywood actors, or enemies-to-lovers style banter.
3.5 / 5 Stars.
I was granted a review copy of this title in order to facilitate this voluntary and honest review.