A review by arielle_joy
The Deal by Elle Kennedy

slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

This book does talk about rape as a trigger warning. 

Fairly average in my opinion. Honestly did not realize this was practically all smut although seeing the old cover really explains it. It did somewhat take a fix me approach to SA which is complicated and also had lots of slut shaming. The story itself was a a chill quick read to fill the gaps and Garret Graham is a new standard in many ways