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A review by jessicasilfenroy
Finding Gene Kelly by Torie Jean
4.0
Short Synopsis: 26-year-old Evie is currently living in Paris, where she went to escape parts of her life, like her uptight and controlling mother and not so great college experience, and pursue her love for baking. However, Evie is struggling, and not only with her family and the grudges she can’t let go, but also with her endometriosis. When her childhood friend/ crush turned enemy surprises her and offers to be her fake date to her brother’s wedding, Evie is caught off guard but agrees to get her mother off her back.
Thoughts: This was a really strong indie debut (that is also on KU).The author’s portrayal of endo comes from her own personal experiences, making the story feel authentic, and I know retable for many people. I loved Evie and Liam’s banter, the puns, sweet gestures and the history they shared. However, I will say that the it took me some time to get into the story, and at times, the enemies plot felt a bit juvenile.
Read if you like:
-Chronic illness rep
-Audrey Hepburn movies
-Paris setting
-Baking and desserts
-Fake dating
-Brother’s best friend
Thoughts: This was a really strong indie debut (that is also on KU).The author’s portrayal of endo comes from her own personal experiences, making the story feel authentic, and I know retable for many people. I loved Evie and Liam’s banter, the puns, sweet gestures and the history they shared. However, I will say that the it took me some time to get into the story, and at times, the enemies plot felt a bit juvenile.
Read if you like:
-Chronic illness rep
-Audrey Hepburn movies
-Paris setting
-Baking and desserts
-Fake dating
-Brother’s best friend