A review by aiyam
Never Ever Getting Back Together by Sophie Gonzales

slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

 
Once I picked this up I could not put it down. I think I read the whole thing in about 36 hours.


Sophie Gonzales is such an amazing writer, her characters are the perfect blend of hilarious and relatable. I was rooting for Skye and Maya from the very beginning, even when they hated each other. I loved the development of their relationship. From outright hatred, to begrudging niceties, to true love for each other. It was all very realistic which is something I don't find often in books like this.

Hated Jordy, Like a lot. It was funny, he reminded me so much of a guy I used to know that I found myself physically cringing at some of the things he did. Gonzales really made him the easiest character to dislike. 

Overall, this book was amazing. The dating show format is a ton of fun, the characters are well written and realistic, and it is a fast paced plot that has even more plot twists than I could have wished for.