A review by language_loving_amateur
Second First Impressions by Sally Thorne

funny lighthearted medium-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

 This is a rom-com that did not give me second hand embarrassment. It is funny and sweet, and she had it bad from like chapter 3. It is all from Ruthie's POV, but readers get to know Teddy very well too. There was something that I saw coming from the very beginning, and something else that I only started hoping for about half way through, but it was so very satisfying. 
Sex: basically one sex scene with euphemistic language. While technically open door, it is more like the door is cracked. There is general horny-ness throughout. Not granny approved, but not graphic. 
Mental health topics, are brought up and I think they are handled well. The book doesn't give the characters diagnoses, but you can expect anxiety and difficulty leaving the property. Ruthie is a reverend's daughter and doesn't believe anymore, so there is some churchy stuff, but the prospective offered in the novel is interesting. 
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