A review by idk_indigo
It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey

lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This was a cute, lighthearted, & delightfully steamy audiobook! I loved Piper's development, & I thought her character was charming & genuine! I loved how she gained so much confidence, & how Brendan was always so adamant that she wasn't the spoiled, vapid, helpless person everyone thinks she is! 

Hannah, her sister, was supportive & interesting despite being a not-main character & thus not knowing much about her. I'm excited to read her story too. I love seeing female besties/siblings in f+m romance novels, especially when they do actually call both the MCs' shit out. 

There was 1 moment where I hated Brendan. The way he handled
Piper showing up late to the dock
was hella uncalled for; I wanted to be like, "Pipes pls do not let a man disrespect you like that. Idc if he's sexy & sweet & muscular & rugged & rich (!!!) & thoughtful, he's being a douche rn!!" But other than that, I loved him, lil ocean man <3 
Oh & I also kinda hated the
bringing up children? Y'all met 3 months ago, slow your roll just a bit! Also, what's gonna happen to the awesome sex y'all have been having once there's a sticky noisy toddler around?
Get a grip! 

The spicy scenes were so much fun & very well written! The narrator was easy to listen to & I do think she brought Piper to life! My first Tessa Bailey book! I can't wait to read her new Christmas novel...but consider this a warning to Ms Bailey: if it's not the smuttiest, most festive shit I've ever read I will be disappointed :( 
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