sallyluvs2read 's review for:

If You Hate Me by Helena Hunting

4.5

inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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This is the first book in the Toronto Terror series and I loved getting to know Rix and Tristan. Rix is smart and independent where Tristan is good looking and athletic but can be a bit of a an a-hole. The banter between the two makes the story great especially when the spice starts spicing. Even with their love/hate relationship, Rix and Tristan both realize their feelings are so much deeper yet their emotional baggage holds them back. I felt like the theme of mental health, child neglect, and financial stress was described so well and still kept the story light.