A review by natashaleighton_
Deep End by Ali Hazelwood

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Hands down my favourite Ali Hazelwood book to date! 

With an addictive, character driven narrative and a DEEP focus on trust, overcoming fears, trauma and healing— I loved every second!

The emotional growth and journey our endearing MC, Scarlett, takes and the slow but swoonworthy relationship that grows between her and Lukas (who is far more caring and cinnamon roll-y than he first appears) was amazing. And the chemistry was absolutely scorching! 

As was the level of trust, support and love that we see grow between them. Not to mention the pressures of their physically taxing disciplines (Scarlett’s a diver and Lukas an Olympic medal winning swimmer), the conflicting feelings Scarlett has about their arrangement, her best friend (who happens to be Lukas’ ex) and her growing feelings for Lukas.

I was seriously addicted and soo emotionally invested, I literally couldn’t put this down! 

Oh, and before I forget, we’re also blessed with a cameo from my former fave Ali Hazelwood couple (Scarlett and Lukas have now stolen first place) I won’t spoil who they are, but if you’ve read Hazelwood’s previous STEM romances you’ll certainly recognise them! 
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