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A review by senali
On Principle by Bonnie Callahan
emotional
inspiring
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
To all the girls who don’t love themselves enough, who think they’re difficult to love ; this book is for you ! ❤
I have been a huge fan of the author's writing since her debut, and her newest book, On Principle, definitely deserves to be highlighted. Not only does it feature a swoon-worthy romance, but it also delves into heavy themes like mental health. This book is so beautiful that I have been struggling to find the right words to express my thoughts about this book and how deeply it resonated with me since the day I finished reading it.
On Principle follows Emeline, a dedicated teacher who works hard and hides her trauma beneath the surface. She believes love isn’t meant for her, but one day, she takes a chance on a one-night stand with a handsome Irish man. Things take an unexpected turn when he shows up as the new head of her school. While Emmie believes she’s hard to love, this man loves her effortlessly, like it’s breathing. Not only that, but he helps her understand that mental health and self-love should come first. This aspect of the story made me fall in love with the book even more.
PS: Emmie + Tommy ship is my new favorite 🚢😌
Overall, On Principle is a perfect blend of funny scenes, romance, steam, mental health representation, and so much more. This book was one of that "came for the romance , stayed for the mental health matters themes" books that you would instantly fall in love with.
I have been a huge fan of the author's writing since her debut, and her newest book, On Principle, definitely deserves to be highlighted. Not only does it feature a swoon-worthy romance, but it also delves into heavy themes like mental health. This book is so beautiful that I have been struggling to find the right words to express my thoughts about this book and how deeply it resonated with me since the day I finished reading it.
On Principle follows Emeline, a dedicated teacher who works hard and hides her trauma beneath the surface. She believes love isn’t meant for her, but one day, she takes a chance on a one-night stand with a handsome Irish man. Things take an unexpected turn when he shows up as the new head of her school. While Emmie believes she’s hard to love, this man loves her effortlessly, like it’s breathing. Not only that, but he helps her understand that mental health and self-love should come first. This aspect of the story made me fall in love with the book even more.
PS: Emmie + Tommy ship is my new favorite 🚢😌
Overall, On Principle is a perfect blend of funny scenes, romance, steam, mental health representation, and so much more. This book was one of that "came for the romance , stayed for the mental health matters themes" books that you would instantly fall in love with.