A review by _chrstnlvly
The Distraction by Morgan Elizabeth

funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

You can’t put your life on hold chasing some ideal.

I'm not going to lie: the only reason I started this series was that I found out The Playlist, book 5 in the Springbrook Hills series, is full of Taylor Swift references. As a Swiftie, I was too excited. Springbrook Hills series is an interconnected standalone, so I can opt not to read every book. Still, since I am familiar with Morgan Elizabeth's work (I enjoyed 'Tis The Season For Revenge so much), I started reading The Distraction. Besides, more books = more fun. *wink*

If I were living in a fictional world, I wouldn't fall in love with Hannah. Sadie once said Hannah is a drama magnet, and Hannah agreed, saying drama trails her. However, that's incorrect since Hannah is THE drama maker. I didn't sympathize with Hannah, even if she was hurting. She knew what she was getting into.

Another thing that irked me about Hannah's character is her kindness makes her an idiot sometimes.
A specific sample was when she finally signed the contract. Maggie handed it to her, and she did not read it because she knows Maggie and trusts her (nothing against Maggie as she has a very pure soul). While nothing wrong happened, this shows her being somewhat… stupid.
Hannah is my most unlikeable character in this book, which is too bad because she's the FMC.

As for Hunter, I didn't particularly appreciate how his constantly distracted issue was not addressed fully, but I liked how self-aware he was.

I wanted a palate cleanser, an easy, smutty read while reading The Priory of the Orange Tree. It served its purpose, but Hannah ruined it for me. 2 stars.
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