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A review by kerosenelit
Any Trope But You by Victoria Lavine
4.0
In any other book, the number of tropes included would make me roll my eyes. But this was so clever and witty! It’s very self-aware, playfully poking fun at the tropes as they appear, which made them feel genuinely integral to the story. It didn’t take itself too seriously, and I absolutely loved that.
When readers discover their favourite author, Margot Bradley, doesn't truly believe in happily-ever-afters, offending the romance community in the process, she is immediately dropped by her publisher. Fleeing to North Star Lodge in Alaska, Margot plans to spend six weeks rebranding herself as a murder mystery writer. But then she meets Forrest, the irresistibly grumpy lodge owner who also happens to be a doctor specializing in cancer research. I mean, he’s just too good to be true! Unfortunately, he has one rule: never get involved with the guests.
The romance is fast and passionate, but totally believable! Margot and Forrest are both incredibly loyal, protective, and deeply family-oriented. I loved their shared connection and understanding in caring for a loved one with a chronic illness, often putting their own lives aside in the process. The cherry on top was the cozy Alaskan setting, complete with a domesticated moose and wintry wilderness adventures. Such a fun time!
(heat level: 3 open-door scenes, explicit details / heavy language throughout)
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
When readers discover their favourite author, Margot Bradley, doesn't truly believe in happily-ever-afters, offending the romance community in the process, she is immediately dropped by her publisher. Fleeing to North Star Lodge in Alaska, Margot plans to spend six weeks rebranding herself as a murder mystery writer. But then she meets Forrest, the irresistibly grumpy lodge owner who also happens to be a doctor specializing in cancer research. I mean, he’s just too good to be true! Unfortunately, he has one rule: never get involved with the guests.
The romance is fast and passionate, but totally believable! Margot and Forrest are both incredibly loyal, protective, and deeply family-oriented. I loved their shared connection and understanding in caring for a loved one with a chronic illness, often putting their own lives aside in the process. The cherry on top was the cozy Alaskan setting, complete with a domesticated moose and wintry wilderness adventures. Such a fun time!
(heat level: 3 open-door scenes, explicit details / heavy language throughout)
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.