A review by hereiskyra
Hawke by Jescie Hall

dark emotional funny mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

 
MILD SPOILERS AHEAD... 

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Slow f*cking clap for this one 👏🏼 

I’m not sure if we’re really meant to like Hawke in the beginning but he probably grew on me more than any fictional character ever has. The way he went from a bad boy that seemed manipulative to a tender, loving man was one of the best character developments I’ve seen. 

The character development for Cole was also fantastic. She started out as a meek, submissive girl and ended up being such a strong character that does what’s right and speaks up even if it’s not easy. I loved that change in her. 

From the beginning I hated Patrick with a fiery passion. 
*Proceeds to sing “cause your boyfriends a b*tch, he can suck on my….”

This book may also include one of my new favorite spicy scenes... definitely should've brought the popcorn for that one. 
The chemistry between these two combined with the tension and the forbidden aspect was the perfect combination. Whew… 🥵

Somehow this book was all things… Spicy, deep, emotional, triggering, frustrating… and sometimes it even had me giddy and kicking my feet.

Even side characters were well developed. John? Adorable. Great boss and friend. Kid? Had me giggling. 

And you know what else? 
NO. THIRD. ACT. BREAKUP. 
Hallelujah! 🙌🏼


Favorite quotes:
“I’m staring at the only thing that’s got me feeling things after years of feeling numb. The only eyes that have ever made me question myself and who I am in their reflection. You’re right here in front of me, yet we’re just out of reach.”

“Wreck me, shatter me, destroy me, be the ruin of me. I don’t care, just make me feel again.”

Tropes/Themes: 
Forced-Proximity
Taboo
Roommates-to-Lovers
Infidelity (IT’S FINE)

Spice: 
3.5 🌶️
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