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Well, That Was Unexpected
by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Jesse Q. Sutanto’s latest novel, Well, That Was Unexpected, is a love letter romantic comedy to her home country of Indonesia. Filled with laughs, meddling side characters and picturesque scenes, this is a young adult romantic comedy that one will want to read.
When Sharlot’s mom catches her in the worst position, she is whisked away to mother’s home country of Indonesia. Mom is there for a job, Sharlot is there to measure back up to expectations.
George Clooney’s father (no, sadly not the actor) has caught his son in an unfavorable situation. The only male heir in the family legacy, George needs to change his ways in order to be the face of the family’s latest media application.
Two different parents wanting the best for their children, dating partners included. Two parents who strike up a conversation on a digital dating app pretending to be their son/ daughter. One meeting at a cafe store later, and well, the rest is a wild ride. Will true love be knocking in an unexpected way?
Sutanto’s passion for her latest novel shines through the pages as she describes the beautiful cities of Indonesia through the eyes of Sharlot. Both Sharlot and George’s point of views are interwoven every other chapter to allow the reader to see all “behind the scenes” feelings. While I loved the meddling families and exciting premise, I do wish the story was a tad shorter. I recommend this novel for anyone who enjoys young adult romantic comedies or any of Sutanto’s other works.
Thank you Random House Children’s and Netgalley for my earc in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
When Sharlot’s mom catches her in the worst position, she is whisked away to mother’s home country of Indonesia. Mom is there for a job, Sharlot is there to measure back up to expectations.
George Clooney’s father (no, sadly not the actor) has caught his son in an unfavorable situation. The only male heir in the family legacy, George needs to change his ways in order to be the face of the family’s latest media application.
Two different parents wanting the best for their children, dating partners included. Two parents who strike up a conversation on a digital dating app pretending to be their son/ daughter. One meeting at a cafe store later, and well, the rest is a wild ride. Will true love be knocking in an unexpected way?
Sutanto’s passion for her latest novel shines through the pages as she describes the beautiful cities of Indonesia through the eyes of Sharlot. Both Sharlot and George’s point of views are interwoven every other chapter to allow the reader to see all “behind the scenes” feelings. While I loved the meddling families and exciting premise, I do wish the story was a tad shorter. I recommend this novel for anyone who enjoys young adult romantic comedies or any of Sutanto’s other works.
Thank you Random House Children’s and Netgalley for my earc in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.