overthinking_bibliophile's reviews
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This story has taken me on an emotional roller coaster ride with two amazing FMCs. Olive's and Stella's struggles were so different yet similar and very much relatable. It is such a sweet, simple, tragic and genuine story.

This book covered so many important topics in such a way that felt so natural and not at all awkward - family tragedy, unsupportive family, health issues, mental health, sexual harassment, toxic ex, self-doubt, phobia, queer romance. Just WOW!

It is not just that and much much more with fake dating, opposites attract, the amazing banter, the teasing... oohhh. As I said, an emotional roller coaster ride.

AND this is a debut novel which blows my mind. Thank you for this thoughtful yet inspiring story, Andie Burke. I cannot wait to see what you have in store for us next.

Trigger Warnings to look out for: grief, death, anxiety/depression, taking care of a sick family member.

I am a fan of Elena's writing. Cam and Adalyn are just perfect for each other. They are such impressive characters individually, and when they come together, it's fun to read through all that banter and slow burn. My favourite character from this book is hands down Maria. She's such a cutiepie, I love her. I'm looking forward to reading about Matthew and Josie.

When I saw so many people saying that this is a good book to read for those hungover on ACOTAR, I believed them but not entirely. I had this feeling that this is an amazing book (it has vampires, so obviously) but I did not expect it to ruin my sleep. I personally think its better than FBAA. 

It had a slow start for me but after halfway through, I binge-read it in one sitting. It is action packed, has magic, drama, enemies to lovers, amazingly witty banter in an amazingly built fantasy world. Trust me when I say, you wouldn't regret reading this. 

I cannot wait to pick up the sequel and I have my own theories about it. Let's see if I get anything right.

I knew this is an amazing book, thanks to bookstagram and my nibling for recommending it. But I was still not prepared for this. Alex and Henry are so adorable and sexy and just perfect for each other. Like those couples who gets on each other's nerves only to end up together forever. Like those who complete each other's sentence. Like those you'll root for since the beginning. I love their love story, their banter, their everything. This book made me feel feelings in a nice, good, heady, romantic way. Go read it if you haven't already.

I don't even know where to begin. Initially I wanted to wait until the hype dies to read this book, later I thought let me just read the sample and see what the fuss is all about. That was my biggest mistake. I couldn't wait anymore. I just had to read it but none of the stores have it in stock and I don't have the patience to wait. So, I got the Kindle book. I will still get the physical copy 100% but I want to go in the store and collect it. So I'll wait for that. Oh yes, this is my biggest mistake - not getting the limited first edition of sprayed edges. Ugh, I am such a big fool.

I. AM. OBSESSED. WITH. THIS. BOOK. 
Okay, I am still sticking to Rhysand's side for sure (ACOTAR) but like Xaden is a very very close second. 

Its not like the story was something out of the box. We've read about dragons, academies, enemies to lovers, high stakes, and all of that. I even guessed the cliffhanger at the end. Its more the way its written that touched me so deep. I read it cover to cover (or 100% as it was ebook) in one sitting. I could not keep it down. I. NEED. THE. SECOND. BOOK. NOW.

I don't want to get into too much of this coz I feel I'll spoil it with some clues. So, I'm going to stop typing now.

Fair warning - Do not read this book if you love the story of Cinderella as is and cannot bear any retellings. It is a dark, twisted and deep reimagination. 

It is a wonderful storyline - wholesome sapphic romance with badass characters. Girls standing up for themselves and not taking anything less than what they deserve, what's there not to love in this? I mean I would have given it all my love if I was a lil younger. It is YA so, duh.

Reading this book was a breeze with its fast pace. I was captivated by the creativity, powerful narrative, and just the way the author could imagine this epic fairytale and give it a whole new meaning. It just blew my mind. And that is why I will always recommend it. 

Archer Hale is the most amazing fictional character I've read about in recent times. He is innocent, vulnerable, kind, selfless, so thoughtful, and brave. My heart goes out for him. And Bree? There couldn't be a better partner (even though fictional) for Archer than Bree Prescott. This is a masterpiece. 

The way Archer and Bree's story touched my heart, made me cry, hope for them and just believe in them is something I will never forget.

Even though I'm someone who needs both words and action, this particular quote gave me goosebumps.  The way Archer communicates even through his struggles is something every man should aspire to. 

This book was so so so good. Okay, I accept that Lucas Martin gives me all kinds of tingles. It's a heartwarming romance with dual POVs where acquaintances become friends and turn to lovers. Friends to lovers is my all time favourite trope. It gives me all kinds of delicious chillsand if that friend is anywhere close to Lucas Martin, then save my heart. Girls, believe me when I say that real people like him are hard to come by. 

I wanna know how the author came up with such amazing date ideas? I mean, just how? I wanna hug her just because of that. She has raised the bar so damn high. 
Some of my favourite things are the chemistry between Lucas and Rosie, the slow burn, that lil presence of Aaron and Lina, the simple gestures throughout the story, the unrequited crush turned into an amazing love story and of course, Lucas Martin. I ca not mention him enough. 

Just go read it already if you haven't yet.

I had started listening to this book almost immediately and it did not disappoint me. Poppy and Casteel have such great banter and chemistry. 

Listening to more about this new world and Poppy's journey as she figures out herself was as amazing as I could have expected. Her endless curiosity is so refreshing. 

Casteel's sense of duty, love and loyalty makes him so much more desirable and Kieran? He definitely needs a special mention. He's interesting, funny and I'd like to know more about him. 

I can safely say that this book was better than the first and I cannot wait to listen to the next audiobook in the series.

This book deserves so much love and appreciation. Go read it. 

I finally picked up this book for an online book club I joined. It was sitting on my TBR for some time now I was cursing myself for not reading it sooner. There were so many occassions where I literally had to close the book and take a few minutes before continuing reading.

Callahan Kane, where are you irl? Please meet me once, I wanna give you a tight hug.

I was in love with Dreamland Billionaire series but this particular book made me feel all kinda things. I cried, laughed, giggled, bawled my eyes out for Cal and Lana.

I had high expectations from this story as the previous two were just amazing and hence, took a break before diving into it so as to avoid any heartbreak. It didn't work. My heart still broke. At least it broke because I LOVED this story. I was speechless by the time I finished it. It was the perfect ending to the series.