A review by kassielovestoread
Funny You Should Ask by Elissa Sussman

hopeful reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I seriously cannot believe I read this entire book in only a matter of hours. It was addicting! Before I knew it, I had already reached the halfway point of this book and decided, fuck it, just finish it in one go.

I was bummed that this book wasn't a dual POV as it is a must have in rom-coms for me, but I realized that the book probably wouldn't have worked if we got a Gabe pov on top of everything else. I thought the book was a little busy in the switching timelines and the articles/reviews/blog posts in between the chapters. It took some adjusting! Once I overcame that hurdle, I literally couldn't put this book down. Chani and Gabe remind me why I love reading contemporary romances- some moments were so deeply romantic that I had to put the book down to squeal of joy
(Teddy. "I thought we'd established that I've read everything you've written." Gabe Parker-Horrowitz. AGHHHHH)
It was just so darn good!

This book does pack an emotional punch however. It deals with some heavy themes: addiction, grief and sexism being the most prevalent. Gabe has done his fair share of fucked up things and at first, I was shaking my head at Chani to protect herself from his charm. But the way his trauma and addiction is explored is deeply impactful, you can't help but want to protect Gabe from just about everything. 

I'd absolutely recommend this book to all. It's got a little something in it for everyone, I think! 
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