Reviews

The Total Knockout by Cookie O'Gorman

jordan_tanes's review

funny lighthearted mysterious fast-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

bookbriefs's review

emotional lighthearted fast-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

nanacai's review against another edition

medium-paced

3.5

hayleyschrock's review

lighthearted 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? No

3.0

angelceit's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix

4.0

nicnowicki's review

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted 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

5.0

anovelglimpse's review

emotional hopeful lighthearted fast-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? It's complicated

4.5

I have missed this series. Dex and Maisie's book was a good time. I loved how they didn't necessarily like each other at first and being forced to work together moved them past that. Their friendship and move to more was entertaining and sweet. I loved their banter and how they built an emotional connection. The O'Brien siblings, their partners, Maisie's younger sister, and Dex's aunt and her dog brought some humor and heart to the story as well. The only thing that bugged me a bit was the fighting aspect of the story. I couldn't remember if it was part of the other books, but I couldn't help but think that fighting would have been a big no-no with Dex playing college baseball and his mom being the coach. No one seemed to notice his injuries other than Maisie. That was weird to me. Other than that, loved this one! I can't wait for the next book in the series. 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Physical abuse, Domestic abuse, and Emotional abuse