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The Bully by Willa Nash, Devney Perry
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
These two were super weird. They were enemies, the secretly sleeping together for years & still acting like they hate each other, then very quickly in love forever. He literally stole one of her high school diaries and read about how much he hurt her and she didn’t really care that he had it- very strange to me. Her parents also didn’t really like him, but flipped on a dime and suddenly were okay with him? I think this had a lot more potential and fell flat.
The Brazen by Willa Nash, Devney Perry
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
This is probably my least favorite of the series so far. I felt like the pacing was all over the place and I didn't really like the "surprise" reason that they couldn't be together- I didn't see it coming though. This one wasn't a romantic suspense, which given the first two stories, I was expecting it to be. Not upset, just taken off guard. Overall, I liked Kerrigan but Pierce I was kinda whatever about.
The Bluff by Willa Nash, Devney Perry
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Another quick and easy ready. Not as interesting to me as the first book, but it kept me entertained for sure. I feel like this books struggled to choose its suspenseful aspect- was it the drama with Savannah, was it Katie, or was it Hux's and Everly's respective pasts? Either way, there was a lot going on. I wish that Hux and Everly's communication had been better too- they talked a lot physically without anything really getting solved sometimes.
The Bribe by Willa Nash, Devney Perry
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A quick & easy read that kept me hooked the whole time. Lucy & Duke had great chemistry and obviously cared for one another deeply. Loved the twist on the suspenseful part of the story too, not something you see often!
Play Along by Liz Tomforde
emotional
hopeful
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
5.0
I could not stop reading this book!!! I don't know what Liz puts in her books, but they're addicting! I found Isaiah and Kennedy both so relatable and each with their own struggles. Isaiah's journey with grief and anxiety is one that I think a lot of people can connect with. Kennedy's struggle with an absentee family and their general neglect is sadly one that others can relate to & watching her grow through her past is so beautiful. I wish that we could see Reese get her own book, because I feel like she'd be an FMC I would absolutely LOVE! I'm excited to see what goes down in Rio's book too!
Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
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
4.0
Definitely the best of the 3 books, for sure! I felt much more invested in the characters and their relationship. It was such a fun way to introduce them to one another via a funny Reddit thread! The mental health struggles that Emma goes through during the entire book are real, heartbreaking, and so complex. The topics of child abandonment and neglect are themes throughout, so please read with care if that is something triggering for you. Justin's story is one that I know so many people have also dealt with and his struggle to adjust is completely understandable. It was so good to see them learn to lean on one another and grow not only as individuals, but as a couple and a family. Maddy is the real MVP of this story and I hope that everyone has someone like her in their corner! Overall, my favorite of the series.
Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I truly did like this one better than the first, I just got annoyed with how repetitive it got. Briana had been in a terrible marriage and struggled with trust issues when it came to men. It seemed like almost every chapter from her POV had something to do with that, especially when she realized she had true feelings for Jacob. On the other hand, I did like Jacob a lot! His struggles with social anxiety were relatable and made him easy to connect to. There were times when I felt like he could've been presented with an ASD and it would've fit. I also felt like their communication could've been a lot stronger throughout the book, especially when it came to them both developing real feelings towards each other. Overall, I liked the story but it was lacking a little bit for me.
Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I liked this story, but I didn't absolutely love it. Jiminez covered some heavy topics with the FMC including mental health struggles and domestic abuse. I felt that the age gap between Daniel and Alexis was made too big of a deal, when it really didn't seem to be a problem at all. The bigger issue was that Alexis was seemingly unwilling to figure out a way to bridge the gaps in their lifestyles. I really felt that throughout almost the whole story that Daniel was too good for her. He's the definition of a golden retriever MMC and honestly feels so pure. He was willing to give up his entire life for her! I will say, I did enjoy the side characters and felt they added a much needed layer of depth to both main characters. I think overall, I'd use the word "fine" to describe this book.
Love Unwritten by Lauren Asher
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Okay, this one went much better for me than the first. There are some HEAVY topics covered including self-harm, so take care when reading! Overall, I enjoyed the relationships between Ellie, Rafa, and Nico. There were some cringey moments from Rafael- that man seriously needs a therapist- but he does make up for them.
Love Redesigned by Lauren Asher
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I’m very meh about this one. I normally really like Lauren Asher’s works, but this was kinda flat for me. There didn’t really seem to be any real tension other than that they were childhood rivals. Dahlia struggles with her mental health, a medical diagnosis, and a really crappy breakup. Julian is just boring honestly- there’s mentions of his past struggles with grief but that’s about it. The romance advanced very suddenly and it just didn’t really work for me. I’ll keep reading the series, but not my fave of her works.