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The Love Haters by Katherine Center
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
5.0
Thank you St. Martin's Press for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
Book Review: The Love Haters by Katherine Center
Katherine Center has a way of writing stories that feel like a warm hug—filled with humor, depth, and characters so real they practically step off the page. The Love Haters is no exception. This book isn’t just about romance; it’s about all kinds of love—the kind between family, best friends, and perhaps the hardest love of all, the one we give ourselves.
At the heart of the story is Katie, a talented but somewhat reluctant videographer who unexpectedly finds herself in the Florida Keys filming a semi-famous rescue swimmer named Hutch. What starts as a work assignment quickly turns into something much more as Katie and Hutch navigate their undeniable chemistry, personal struggles, and the kinds of emotional walls that take more than a little courage to break down.
Like all of Center’s novels, The Love Haters isn’t just about the two main characters falling in love—though their romance is swoon-worthy. It’s about healing, self-acceptance, and the deep, complicated ties that connect us to the people in our lives. The book beautifully explores familial love, the strength of true friendship, and the way we often stand in our own way when it comes to happiness.
One of the things that makes this book so special is its cast of lovable characters, and none more so than Rue. Everyone needs a Rue in their lives—the kind of friend who sees you, believes in you, and isn’t afraid to call you out when you need it. Rue’s presence in the story adds so much heart (and plenty of humor), making it impossible not to fall in love with this book even more.
Some parts of this book had me laughing out loud, others were so heartwarming I couldn’t stop smiling, and more than once, I found myself wiping away tears. Katherine Center has a gift for writing stories that feel like real life—messy, beautiful, and full of unexpected joy.
This was an easy 5-star read for me, the kind of book I know I’ll want on my shelves so I can revisit it again and again. If you love stories that make you laugh, cry, and believe in love (of all kinds), The Love Haters is one you won’t want to miss.
Book Review: The Love Haters by Katherine Center
Katherine Center has a way of writing stories that feel like a warm hug—filled with humor, depth, and characters so real they practically step off the page. The Love Haters is no exception. This book isn’t just about romance; it’s about all kinds of love—the kind between family, best friends, and perhaps the hardest love of all, the one we give ourselves.
At the heart of the story is Katie, a talented but somewhat reluctant videographer who unexpectedly finds herself in the Florida Keys filming a semi-famous rescue swimmer named Hutch. What starts as a work assignment quickly turns into something much more as Katie and Hutch navigate their undeniable chemistry, personal struggles, and the kinds of emotional walls that take more than a little courage to break down.
Like all of Center’s novels, The Love Haters isn’t just about the two main characters falling in love—though their romance is swoon-worthy. It’s about healing, self-acceptance, and the deep, complicated ties that connect us to the people in our lives. The book beautifully explores familial love, the strength of true friendship, and the way we often stand in our own way when it comes to happiness.
One of the things that makes this book so special is its cast of lovable characters, and none more so than Rue. Everyone needs a Rue in their lives—the kind of friend who sees you, believes in you, and isn’t afraid to call you out when you need it. Rue’s presence in the story adds so much heart (and plenty of humor), making it impossible not to fall in love with this book even more.
Some parts of this book had me laughing out loud, others were so heartwarming I couldn’t stop smiling, and more than once, I found myself wiping away tears. Katherine Center has a gift for writing stories that feel like real life—messy, beautiful, and full of unexpected joy.
This was an easy 5-star read for me, the kind of book I know I’ll want on my shelves so I can revisit it again and again. If you love stories that make you laugh, cry, and believe in love (of all kinds), The Love Haters is one you won’t want to miss.