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A review by moonlightamelia
The Sweetest Oblivion by Danielle Lori
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
i had very low expectations going into this, so you can imagine my shock when i got 6 chapters in and found that it was actually quite good???
this book is exactly how it comes across - a trashy mafia romance; and it serves its purpose incredibly well.
okay, so objectively it might be a bit repetitive at times, with the first half of the book basically consisting of the 2 families going to a lunch or dinner occasion and drama happening over and over again, nico’s pov is just the same horny shit the first 3 times, and the lack of communication between nico and elena in the second half of the book was a bit frustrating at times, but honestly it’s decently written and most of the characters are interesting and likeable, all with distinct personalities and quirks.
the plot was ok too, and i would’ve liked to have seen more of the backstory of the mafia world but maybe that’s something the sequels examine.
the double standards are atrocious though, this book might singlehandedly set back feminism a good few years.
also minibar in the library????
would reread it though, so honestly not a waste of time. would be lower if i was rating it objectively but i had fun reading it and it serves its purpose well so 4/5
this book is exactly how it comes across - a trashy mafia romance; and it serves its purpose incredibly well.
okay, so objectively it might be a bit repetitive at times, with the first half of the book basically consisting of the 2 families going to a lunch or dinner occasion and drama happening over and over again, nico’s pov is just the same horny shit the first 3 times, and the lack of communication between nico and elena in the second half of the book was a bit frustrating at times, but honestly it’s decently written and most of the characters are interesting and likeable, all with distinct personalities and quirks.
the plot was ok too, and i would’ve liked to have seen more of the backstory of the mafia world but maybe that’s something the sequels examine.
the double standards are atrocious though, this book might singlehandedly set back feminism a good few years.
also minibar in the library????
would reread it though, so honestly not a waste of time. would be lower if i was rating it objectively but i had fun reading it and it serves its purpose well so 4/5
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape