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A review by theostone3
Hot Summer by Elle Everhart
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
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
4.75
Hot Summer is just that: hot and summery. And I loved it.
Cas has been passed over for a promotion at her job time and time again for years. So when an opportunity to star on hit reality dating show Hot Summer, and finally get a promotion, falls into her lap, Cas accepts without hesitation. Her plan is simple: be likeable enough for the other contestants and the audience to want to keep her around until the finale so she can open up doors for brand partnerships and make a name for herself at work. What was not part of her plan, however, was falling for her co-contestant Ada. Over the summer, Cas and Ada grow closer, and the attraction is undeniable. Cas has to decide which is more important to her– the big promotion she's been waiting for, or her blossoming romance with Ada.
I devoured this book. From the very beginning, I was obsessed with Cas and Ada, as well as a few other contestants of Hot Summer, specifically Femi, Sienna, and Freddie. The cast of characters was written wonderfully; even with the amount that there were, I was able to keep track of who was who and could see each of their different personalities. I am a sucker for reality show premised books, and this one was amazing.
I loved the pacing of Cas and Ada's romance. It was slow enough to give a nice burn, but quick enough to where it didn't get boring or dragged on for too long. And the main conflict was written pretty realistically. My only complaint with it is that I wished there was better communication from Cas, but it makes sense why there wasn't.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book!! I will definitely be purchasing it when it releases. It's such a fun and quick read, perfect for a day at the pool!
Thank you to NetGalley and Putnam Books for an eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Cas has been passed over for a promotion at her job time and time again for years. So when an opportunity to star on hit reality dating show Hot Summer, and finally get a promotion, falls into her lap, Cas accepts without hesitation. Her plan is simple: be likeable enough for the other contestants and the audience to want to keep her around until the finale so she can open up doors for brand partnerships and make a name for herself at work. What was not part of her plan, however, was falling for her co-contestant Ada. Over the summer, Cas and Ada grow closer, and the attraction is undeniable. Cas has to decide which is more important to her– the big promotion she's been waiting for, or her blossoming romance with Ada.
I devoured this book. From the very beginning, I was obsessed with Cas and Ada, as well as a few other contestants of Hot Summer, specifically Femi, Sienna, and Freddie. The cast of characters was written wonderfully; even with the amount that there were, I was able to keep track of who was who and could see each of their different personalities. I am a sucker for reality show premised books, and this one was amazing.
I loved the pacing of Cas and Ada's romance. It was slow enough to give a nice burn, but quick enough to where it didn't get boring or dragged on for too long. And the main conflict was written pretty realistically. My only complaint with it is that I wished there was better communication from Cas, but it makes sense why there wasn't.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book!! I will definitely be purchasing it when it releases. It's such a fun and quick read, perfect for a day at the pool!
Thank you to NetGalley and Putnam Books for an eARC in exchange for my honest review.