A review by bookish_kristina
Fighter's Frenemy by A. Rivers

4.0

This novella is a quick light hearted read, finishing in just under two hours. It’s a cute story with very little angst and no drama. The female main character struggles to find confidence after having to deal with an overbearing brother and unsupportive parents. The hero helps her grow into herself and is very sweet, but the heavy lifting of her growth is done herself, which I appreciate, she was no damsel in distress. The hero’s issues seem to remain unresolved or just magically disappear though, I’d like to have seen him go up against his demons as well. In the beginning he states that he cannot be in a relationship with a woman because his dad cheated on his mom and he’s afraid he will end up like him. No proof is given to validate his fears as he is not a cheater and is actually nicknamed the priest. He is not promiscuous in any way, but as his relationship with the heroine develops we never see him struggle and his issue with commitment disappears. The hero doesn’t really grow at all in this one and I’m not sure why it was even mentioned that he had commitment issues at all, seemed pointless if it wasn’t going to be addressed. However this story really focussed on the heroine and her growth which I felt was well done in the short time frame that a novella offers. Quick, short, happy read with no drama, ow, break ups or angst. . I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.