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A review by alabooktique
Set on You by Amy Lea
2.0
“I realized . . . loving myself isn’t realistic at all times. I’m allowed to feel self-conscious and sad at times, but also confident and happy at other times, as long as I’m accepting and respecting myself. And I want you on my team.”
FMC: Crystal
—Curvy biracial fitstagrammer.
—Righteous, mostly has the best intentions, confident, go-getter, determined.
—Has a tendency to judge too quickly and a tad bit too skeptical.
—Got the sneakiest-in-the-most-obvious-way grandma, who constantly adorably meddles with Crys's life.
MMC: Scott
—American golden retriever firefighter.
—Wholesome, charming, patient, supportive, understanding.
—Got the cuteat bond with his boisterous and affectionate grandad.
Lighthearted romance. Would say romcom, but there wasn't enough com. Not really fast-paced. Nothing much going on plot-wise. Decent storyline, with a few interesting elements and takes, and some nice cutesy moments. Not a bad book, but not a memorable one either.
Talks about body-shaming, racism and cyber-bullying. A new take on “body positivity”. Conveys the message that it's okay if it's difficult to love yourself all the time, that you don't have to hold yourself to extreme standards all the time. I love that this was acknowledged. Definitely felt a bit reassured.
A teensy dose of amusing family drama. I'm especially intrigued by Mel (Crys' influencer friend), Tara (Crys' bookstagrammer sister), and Trevor (Scott's charming, player roomie/friend).
“Are you a bank loan? Because you have my interest.”
“Are you my appendix? This feeling in my stomach makes me want to take you out.”
“You’ve hated every guy I ever dated. Did you know Seth was terrified of you? You didn’t even speak a word to him until probably six months into our relationship. And that was just to ask him to borrow his veggie spiralizer.”
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Tara to Crystal.
I’ve always held my grandparents’ relationship on a pedestal. Grandpa used to bring her flowers every Friday. Though he was outwardly crabby about it, he always made special meals for her, even when she went through a phase when she would only eat a raw, plant-based diet. I’m left to wonder if it was all a sham. And now I have to deal with Scott the Cheater’s presence.
--
Crystal always did give a bit too skeptical and pessimistic vibe.
“And by the way, you can rest easy knowing I’m not pursuing you. My Neanderthal brain got the hint. Loud and clear.”
--
Scott's reply to Crys after she stereotyped him and called him a “Neanderthal”.
“Are you lost, ma’am?” He exudes a very overt brand of charm that’s probably an instant panty dropper for most women with the gift of sight.
--
That's Trevor, y'all. Scott's fellow firefighter friend and roomie.
If he’s lying to me, he deserves an award.
“You’ll be okay. I’m not going to let you fall. You just have to give me your hand. We’re going to go down together.”
“No. I’m going to die up here. I’m okay with it. I accept it. Tell my family I love them. Play Lizzo at my funeral,” I order.
FMC: Crystal
—Curvy biracial fitstagrammer.
—Righteous, mostly has the best intentions, confident, go-getter, determined.
—Has a tendency to judge too quickly and a tad bit too skeptical.
—Got the sneakiest-in-the-most-obvious-way grandma, who constantly adorably meddles with Crys's life.
MMC: Scott
—American golden retriever firefighter.
—Wholesome, charming, patient, supportive, understanding.
—Got the cuteat bond with his boisterous and affectionate grandad.
Lighthearted romance. Would say romcom, but there wasn't enough com. Not really fast-paced. Nothing much going on plot-wise. Decent storyline, with a few interesting elements and takes, and some nice cutesy moments. Not a bad book, but not a memorable one either.
Talks about body-shaming, racism and cyber-bullying. A new take on “body positivity”. Conveys the message that it's okay if it's difficult to love yourself all the time, that you don't have to hold yourself to extreme standards all the time. I love that this was acknowledged. Definitely felt a bit reassured.
A teensy dose of amusing family drama. I'm especially intrigued by Mel (Crys' influencer friend), Tara (Crys' bookstagrammer sister), and Trevor (Scott's charming, player roomie/friend).
Quotes and Thoughts
“Are you a bank loan? Because you have my interest.”
“Are you my appendix? This feeling in my stomach makes me want to take you out.”
“You’ve hated every guy I ever dated. Did you know Seth was terrified of you? You didn’t even speak a word to him until probably six months into our relationship. And that was just to ask him to borrow his veggie spiralizer.”
--
Tara to Crystal.
I’ve always held my grandparents’ relationship on a pedestal. Grandpa used to bring her flowers every Friday. Though he was outwardly crabby about it, he always made special meals for her, even when she went through a phase when she would only eat a raw, plant-based diet. I’m left to wonder if it was all a sham. And now I have to deal with Scott the Cheater’s presence.
--
Crystal always did give a bit too skeptical and pessimistic vibe.
“And by the way, you can rest easy knowing I’m not pursuing you. My Neanderthal brain got the hint. Loud and clear.”
--
Scott's reply to Crys after she stereotyped him and called him a “Neanderthal”.
“Are you lost, ma’am?” He exudes a very overt brand of charm that’s probably an instant panty dropper for most women with the gift of sight.
--
That's Trevor, y'all. Scott's fellow firefighter friend and roomie.
If he’s lying to me, he deserves an award.
“You’ll be okay. I’m not going to let you fall. You just have to give me your hand. We’re going to go down together.”
“No. I’m going to die up here. I’m okay with it. I accept it. Tell my family I love them. Play Lizzo at my funeral,” I order.