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A review by chaconne
This Time It's Real by Ann Liang
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Kinda sad that I gave below 4 stars for this book, maybe I set my expectations high because I’ve read Ann Liang’s first work, but let’s move on to the actual review.
First, I truly enjoyed every single bit of this book, I savored it and yes I had to admit that I giggled (then proceed to kick my blanket) from the very start because the book is filled with FLUFF, FLUFF, AND MORE FLUFF. This is how I picture teen romance in my head (which I could only dream of, I haven’t had this kind of rls when I was a teenager).
Second, although that I enjoyed this book, there are some parts that I find underwhelming; such as Eliza’s stubborn characteristic and how rushed the ending is.It would’ve been better if there were a few parts (or even chapters!) where they go on a date after getting the closure they deserve and when Eliza finished her ‘This Time It’s Real’ essay then how the public reacts to it. It was an okay read for me though, I’d still recommend this book to people who are looking for a light read!
First, I truly enjoyed every single bit of this book, I savored it and yes I had to admit that I giggled (then proceed to kick my blanket) from the very start because the book is filled with FLUFF, FLUFF, AND MORE FLUFF. This is how I picture teen romance in my head (which I could only dream of, I haven’t had this kind of rls when I was a teenager).
Second, although that I enjoyed this book, there are some parts that I find underwhelming; such as Eliza’s stubborn characteristic and how rushed the ending is.