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A review by alohabooksandbujos
For Butter or Worse by Erin La Rosa
5.0
Erin La Rosa delivers a delicious rom-com featuring fake-dating and enemies to lovers as the main tropes. The lovable cast of characters, flirty and sarcastic banter, and slow build of a beautiful relationship was everything I was looking for in a quick and enjoyable read.
While the main trope of enemies to lovers is in the spotlight with the main characters who seem to be polar opposites, the fake-dating and second-chance romance is where the plot begins to really shine. I really enjoy fake dating tropes because when the tiny details of dating start to really shine in order for the characters to “sell the relationship”, there’s a noticeable shift of no longer pretending and when done well it is absolutely beautiful.
Leo is a lovable male lead who cares deeply for his family and loved ones. I was amazed and giddy to read a male character struggling with anxiety and grief!
Nina is a sassy and independent female lead who is shouldering all the burdens women carry while being in the spotlight. Her growth and passion is fun to watch and admirable.
I enjoyed the read and will be on the lookout for any future rom-com releases La Rosa may deliver.
While the main trope of enemies to lovers is in the spotlight with the main characters who seem to be polar opposites, the fake-dating and second-chance romance is where the plot begins to really shine. I really enjoy fake dating tropes because when the tiny details of dating start to really shine in order for the characters to “sell the relationship”, there’s a noticeable shift of no longer pretending and when done well it is absolutely beautiful.
Leo is a lovable male lead who cares deeply for his family and loved ones. I was amazed and giddy to read a male character struggling with anxiety and grief!
Nina is a sassy and independent female lead who is shouldering all the burdens women carry while being in the spotlight. Her growth and passion is fun to watch and admirable.
I enjoyed the read and will be on the lookout for any future rom-com releases La Rosa may deliver.