kirkbyg's reviews
107 reviews

Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wilsner

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

This was a cute story. 

Just as You Are by Camille Kellogg

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

You can never go wrong with a sapphic Pride and Prejudice. It was a great modern adaptation of the classic story and full of a wonderfully diverse LGBTQIA+ cast. 

Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Such a cute story. The MCs are so sweet (on their own and together). I love how there was a dark undertone throughout the story (Ari's depression). In a psychology person so I'm always here for stories that accurately depict what it's like living with mental health struggles. It also just makes the book feel more real. 

Tools of Engagement by Tessa Bailey

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Ugh, I love Tessa Bailey books so much!! 
This was another wonderful story and I enjoyed every page. I loved the more serious undertones of anxiety and it's affects on Bethany's life and behaviors. Also, the communication and Wes' focus on building trust.... *chef's kiss*
And the climax, oh my word, I had to physically put the book down to scream multiple times. 10/10 would recommend and want more. Oh - and Travis' love of gossip is hilarious.

Love Her or Lose Her by Tessa Bailey

funny hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

So good!!! Love the concept of an established couple rebuilding their relationship. Also, getting a continuation of the women supporting women (Just Us League) is appreciated. I definitely had moments where I had to contain my laughter because I was in public. Bailey does it again and brings us another top tier story.

Fix Her Up by Tessa Bailey

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Oh my god. Page 374 alone makes this a 5 star for me!! 
Tessa Bailey has this magic ability to make a story so fun while still having an undertone of more serious ideas. I also absolutel love the women helping women club (Just Us League). *chefs kiss* Very much excited to read thr next story in this series. 

The Cactus by Sarah Haywood

slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.0

I kept wanting to like this book more than I did. I was invested and did want to finish it but didn't get much satisfaction with the ending. Which I guess, isn't necessarily a requirement because the ending could be considered realistic. I just didnt get a lot of feeling from the book. The author did a good job at going back and forth between present time and memories that added context though. 

The Hating Game by Sally Thorne

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

My first Sally Thorne book and I will now be getting the rest of her books. I absolutely loved her writing style - it was so description and fun. The way she wrote Lucy and Josh' dynamic was wonderful and so satisfying. 

Kilt Trip by Alexandra Kiley

funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Cute little romance. Can't go wrong.

It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

OH MY GOSH - this book was good. I was completely engrossed the entire time. There were some truly funny moments where I cackled and some where I had to physically put the book down to scream. It also had some really sweet moments that tugged my heart strings. The 3rd act conflict did it's job beautifully and definitely had me stressed.
Overall, 10/10 would recommend.
Also, I'm not normally a fan of men calling women baby but Tessa Bailey has a magical way of making it work very effectively.