A review by takarakei
The Bride Test by Helen Hoang

emotional 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

4.0

This is my least favorite from Helen Hoang's series, but it was still an enjoyable read. The whole situation of My being chosen seemingly at random by Khai's mother seemed kind of wild. I adore Esme/My as the main character, but I did not understand why she doesn't do any research about Khai's autism. It just seemed unrealistic to me, that she is told about his autism and just says "oh I don't know what that word is...moving on!" If she claims to love him then why would you not understand, or why does no one really explain it to her until way too late. There was a bit too much time dragged out between Khai and Esme's "big act 3 fight" and then the ending feels very rushed. Spice was also subpar to the other books (imo). 
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