A review by nicdoeswords
The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun

emotional funny fast-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

4.75

Big romance, genuine well-done character development, pictures of wellness that feel grounded and real, and messy complicated relationships underscored by intimacy and vulnerability.
I particularly loved Charlie discussing and being accepted in his lack of sexual experience in his late 20s—you don't see that a lot in fiction and I appreciated the take on it and on the asexuality spectrum in general. Also, that ENDING! I love it when you see something coming but watching it unfold still has your heart sitting hopeful in your throat. Wonderful.
. Also, I read this entire book in one day. I haven't done that in years. 
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