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A review by qace90
The Love Study by Kris Ripper
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
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
I received an advance copy from the publisher via Netgalley for review purposes. This in no way influences my review; all words, thoughts, and opinions are my own.
I had been interested in this book from the moment I heard about it because I’m all-in for more romances starring nonbinary main characters and love interests, but due to focus issues I had trouble getting into it until I read a finished paperback. And this book is so adorable! I’m already recommending it to all my friends because Ripper includes such fantastic examinations of what makes a relationship work or not work, as well as showing exes who’ve found their way back to friendship. All around this was an absolute joy to read! And I adored the intimacy between Declan and Sidney. The scenes where they spend time together are just so sweet and gave me all kinds of warm-fuzzy feelings. And I appreciate, as an aromantic-spec reader, how in the end this is less a traditional romance and more two people being together in a way that works best for them. Despite my distaste for third-act-breakups, I gotta be honest, this is one instance where it worked for me given the context of the story and Declan’s personality, and the reconciliation was phenomenally done. Just, if you’re interested in non-traditional romance between a cis guy and a genderqueer person, check this book out! It’s so delightfully queer and great chosen family, and some of the sweetest scenes between the central couple!
I had been interested in this book from the moment I heard about it because I’m all-in for more romances starring nonbinary main characters and love interests, but due to focus issues I had trouble getting into it until I read a finished paperback. And this book is so adorable! I’m already recommending it to all my friends because Ripper includes such fantastic examinations of what makes a relationship work or not work, as well as showing exes who’ve found their way back to friendship. All around this was an absolute joy to read! And I adored the intimacy between Declan and Sidney. The scenes where they spend time together are just so sweet and gave me all kinds of warm-fuzzy feelings. And I appreciate, as an aromantic-spec reader, how in the end this is less a traditional romance and more two people being together in a way that works best for them. Despite my distaste for third-act-breakups, I gotta be honest, this is one instance where it worked for me given the context of the story and Declan’s personality, and the reconciliation was phenomenally done. Just, if you’re interested in non-traditional romance between a cis guy and a genderqueer person, check this book out! It’s so delightfully queer and great chosen family, and some of the sweetest scenes between the central couple!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders