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shelby1994 's review for:
The Slowest Burn
by Sarah Chamberlain
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A little too heart-on-its sleeve for me - Kiernan and Ellie's chef-themed enemies to coworkers to lovers romance fits perfectly inside a Bon Appetit inspired world, but could use a little more maturity, particularly when it comes to Kiernan's character.
I really really appreciated the complex family dynamics in Ellie's life though. Early widowhood (which is also explored in one of my Faves, Float Away) and eldest-daughter syndrome are primed to break your heart here, but not in a cheap way. I loved the conflict between Ellie and her in-laws, and almost wished that had been the primary story line, with the romance as more of a supporting role.
Thank you to St Martin's for the ARC, out 26 September
I really really appreciated the complex family dynamics in Ellie's life though. Early widowhood (which is also explored in one of my Faves, Float Away) and eldest-daughter syndrome are primed to break your heart here, but not in a cheap way. I loved the conflict between Ellie and her in-laws, and almost wished that had been the primary story line, with the romance as more of a supporting role.
Thank you to St Martin's for the ARC, out 26 September