A review by bellebookcorner
Didn't See That Coming by Jesse Q. Sutanto

emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective 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

4.25

Pick up this YA contemporary romance if you love: 
✨️ friends-to-lovers 
✨️ hidden identity 
✨️ high school romance 
✨️ funny & lighthearted 
 
This book is not just about a simple and sweet teenage love story, but it also brought up several important topics like cyber-bullying, sexism, toxic masculinity, and school bullying that still happen in real life. 
 
Kiki’s (FMC) character is loveable and feels very relatable. I can feel her rage and her sadness of being helpless to the point of losing her old self. 
I also admire her for being able to stand up for herself and how she encourage others to do the same with the help of her supportive friends and family. 
 
Kiki’s rebellious act and her relationships with her best friends had me laughing and smiling since I used to did the same thing with my friends in real life like shorten the uniform’s skirt, going to a café after school, texting during class, etc. 
I also love the blooming sweet romance between Kiki and Liam. Liam is such a sweetheart and I kinda wished he had his own POV in this book. 
 
The ending was a little bit rushed but overall it’s such a page turner! 
As an Indonesian, I can totally relate to a few things mentioned here which I found enjoyable and entertaining. 
Highly recommended especially for teenagers and I’m really looking forward to read the next book from this author! 
 
Didn’t See that Coming is a standalone book but a few characters from 'Well That was Unexpected' made an appearance here and if you’re curious about Sharlot and George’s story then you can check that one out. 
Nevertheless, you can enjoy reading this book without having to read 'Well That was Unexpected'.
 
Thank you to TBR and Beyond Tour, Netgalley, the author and publisher for giving me an e-ARC of the book and for having me on this book tour. I’m leaving this review voluntarily!
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