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A review by suzreadsalot
Triple Sec by TJ Alexander
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A love letter to deconstructing, to breaking down walls, to change, to rebuilding, to finding yourself and what that means in a fun, queer romcom package.
Every character (main, side, random one time appearance) was crafted so wholly and each personality shined. I love character driven stories especially when the characters feel so real. They were messy and nervous and chaotic and so full of excitement and energy and so easy to relate to.
While the main relationship focus was the romantic one I love that the platonic love of the friendship didn’t fall by the wayside and Mel found a way to make sure all of her relationships were being tended to.
I do wish we had a bit more time with Kade and had more on page of getting to know them but it didn’t take away from the experience for me.
I do wish we had a bit more time with Kade and had more on page of getting to know them but it didn’t take away from the experience for me.
I love how communication had such a big focus and it wasn’t just something that came naturally. It was hard sometimes (because it is) and they all had to find the ways they communicate best.
Anywho, all this random brain dump means is that I LOVED this book. I love the characters and their story. I love the emotion and care they took with each other. I love the little jokes, the insecurities, the growth, the friendships, the lovers, all of it. I love Mel, Bebe, Kade, and Daniel. They hold a special place in my heart now and as far into the future as they can
Parings:
FX, FF, FFX
Tags and tropes:
Non-monogamy/polycule, “my girlfriend’s wife”, service workers and service tops, idiots to lovers, queer af, forced proximity, insta lust, sarcasm is a love language, Bebe is the Drunk People Whisperer, get in we’re gonna go overthink this, scary but in a hot, artistic way, no 3rd act break up, communication is key, this is just sex I’m definitely not gonna fall in love, oh shit I think I’m in love
*big thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the review copy. All opinions are my own*
Parings:
FX, FF, FFX
Tags and tropes:
Non-monogamy/polycule, “my girlfriend’s wife”, service workers and service tops, idiots to lovers, queer af, forced proximity, insta lust, sarcasm is a love language, Bebe is the Drunk People Whisperer, get in we’re gonna go overthink this, scary but in a hot, artistic way, no 3rd act break up, communication is key, this is just sex I’m definitely not gonna fall in love, oh shit I think I’m in love
*big thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the review copy. All opinions are my own*