A review by tessa_talks_books
One-Star Romance by Laura Hankin

4.0

 One-word review: Delightful

Emojis: ☺️🫢🫠

Rating: 4 🌟s

My thoughts:

One-Star Romance by Laura Hankin is a unique romantic comedy that turns the enemies-to-lovers trope on its head. In this book, a woman unexpectedly finds herself drawn to the man who gave her very first novel a one-star review.  Intriguing, isn't it?

I absolutely adored the premise. I can't imagine a better bookish enemies-to-lovers plot. It's so authentic, as is the rest of the story surrounding it.

The book takes you on a journey through all the pivotal moments in the lives of Natalie's best friend, who is in a relationship with Rob's best friend. Yet the story is about how Natalie and Rob met and fell in love even though he gives Natalie's pride and joy a review of only one star.

While the narrative technique employed may not have been my personal preference, the final quarter of the book was a profoundly affecting and emotionally charged experience that I couldn't help but be moved by.

The character development in this book is exceptional, with each individual given ample room to evolve and mature as the plot unfolds.  I found them all to be remarkably relatable, their lives vividly brought to life by the author's pen.

Overall, this book is a delightful addition to your beach or pool bag. It's a read that will keep you excited and engaged, and it certainly won't disappoint.