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doengels 's review for:
The Love Wager
by Lynn Painter
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I enjoyed this book overall, especially Kristen DiMercurio's narration. The story hits all the right notes in all the right spots, with one or two exceptions that may be more about me than than genre.
I know it's a standard part of HEA romances, but the 3rd act breakup in this one is not great. Actual adults not being able to use their words until it's all blown up is frustrating. I am so tired of the male possessiveness and jealousy being a primary element of the FMC characterization and the breakup. It's trite and tired. Being jealous and possessive is NOT a good thing! It happens, it has to be dealt with, but it isn't a positive character trait.
I know it's a standard part of HEA romances, but the 3rd act breakup in this one is not great. Actual adults not being able to use their words until it's all blown up is frustrating. I am so tired of the male possessiveness and jealousy being a primary element of the FMC characterization and the breakup. It's trite and tired. Being jealous and possessive is NOT a good thing! It happens, it has to be dealt with, but it isn't a positive character trait.