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a_reader_obsessed's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 Stars
What can I say about this except I adore the trope of falling for your best friend’s brother, and this was really no different.
Sebastian and his bestie have been sorta kind avoiding adulthood for several years now, just being academic nerds and getting various degrees here and there. Their vagabond existence comes to a temporary pause for the summer as they can’t resist a free room offered by Bella’s older brother Asa, a handsome rich contractor who’s newly divorced. What comes about is that Sebastian and Bella’s self imposed personal family of two broadly expands, and they both realize that maybe establishing some roots or reconnecting with loved ones is not such a bad thing after all. How long will Sebastian remain stubborn and deny his and Asa’s wants and needs?
This had a lot funny in it, a gentle giant, an age gap, and some very nice UST. Thankfully, there was no crazy angst that can be prominent in many of Lane’s works. Throw in an adorable 7 year old, the aforementioned fierce bestie, and this was nice and easy entertaining romance!
What can I say about this except I adore the trope of falling for your best friend’s brother, and this was really no different.
Sebastian and his bestie have been sorta kind avoiding adulthood for several years now, just being academic nerds and getting various degrees here and there. Their vagabond existence comes to a temporary pause for the summer as they can’t resist a free room offered by Bella’s older brother Asa, a handsome rich contractor who’s newly divorced. What comes about is that Sebastian and Bella’s self imposed personal family of two broadly expands, and they both realize that maybe establishing some roots or reconnecting with loved ones is not such a bad thing after all. How long will Sebastian remain stubborn and deny his and Asa’s wants and needs?
This had a lot funny in it, a gentle giant, an age gap, and some very nice UST. Thankfully, there was no crazy angst that can be prominent in many of Lane’s works. Throw in an adorable 7 year old, the aforementioned fierce bestie, and this was nice and easy entertaining romance!
lalexvp's review against another edition
3.0
It wanted so hard to be a great book, it really did. But it felt like the author lost their mojo part way through and decided to wing it the rest of the time. I’m going to explore some of their other books because the basis of this was really nice, but WOW - there are holes in the plot, awkward writing transitions part way through the book that don’t match the original style, and a massive jump from “I am attracted to him” and “my love for him is overwhelming.” It needed another hundred pages at least.
teresab78's review against another edition
4.0
****Reviewed for Prism Book Alliance®****
Bewitched by Bella’s Brother is definitely on the lighter side of Amy Lane’s offerings. While there are still tragic back-stories for the characters and difficulties to overcome, the tone, on the whole, is sweeter and not as heart-wrenching as some of her other works.
I enjoyed Sebastian’s personality, and even though it took him a while to realize what it was he needed, I believed in his motivations. Asa was a great father to Jordan and I really respected him. I totally saw what Sebastian did in him and could see how the two were attracted to each other.
Bella was a great secondary character and was a strong female influence. Julie, though her role was minor, also fell into that category. Both helped round out the story.
As always, I love Amy Lane’s descriptions and prose. It just flows and keeps you engaged in the story. Reading this book was a pleasant way to spend a day.
Bewitched by Bella’s Brother is definitely on the lighter side of Amy Lane’s offerings. While there are still tragic back-stories for the characters and difficulties to overcome, the tone, on the whole, is sweeter and not as heart-wrenching as some of her other works.
I enjoyed Sebastian’s personality, and even though it took him a while to realize what it was he needed, I believed in his motivations. Asa was a great father to Jordan and I really respected him. I totally saw what Sebastian did in him and could see how the two were attracted to each other.
Bella was a great secondary character and was a strong female influence. Julie, though her role was minor, also fell into that category. Both helped round out the story.
As always, I love Amy Lane’s descriptions and prose. It just flows and keeps you engaged in the story. Reading this book was a pleasant way to spend a day.
liza5326's review against another edition
4.0
This was a fluffy, light-hearted read. I am more of a fan of Amy’s more heavyweight stories, but this was still a great way to spend a Friday night at home.
msmiz95's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 - 3.75 - this story made me laugh out loud quite a bit and it was a really cute HEA.
nicola949's review
4.0
Fabulous story with a wonderful happy ending. Sebastian is perfect as the 'gayer than gay' best friend of Bella ( the kind of friend we all wish we had). I thought that the story handled the coming out of a father brilliantly and perfectly balanced the family themes and issues with romance and sex. Well done Amy!
reenz38's review against another edition
4.0
Earlier yesterday into today, I was looking for something endearing and sweet and a little family oriented and this book fit that search perfectly. I knew I was selecting from my Amy Lane shelf right! I'm jealous of Seb because Asa is such a greek god out of fables and sculpted from perfectness. I'm happy that they progressed at a pace where they were happy with each other and even Jordan. Bella was also really enjoyable and I liked her character a lot.
shazov's review against another edition
5.0
OMG somebody please explain to me why this has been sitting on my bookshelf for the last 9 months....the only explanation I can give is the title....
I loved this book. Really no surprise because it is Amy Lane.
The relationship between the MC's is fantastic. Isabella (Bella) isn't just some token female 'sidekick'; bitchy and mean, but an entertaining and integral part of the whole. I love the build up of the relationship between Sebastian and Asa. Okay, maybe there was a little hint of too much happily ever after too quickly if you want to be picky. There wasn't even a raised eyebrow by anyone in the family (or from the ex-wife) about Asa suddenly being gay.. But hey, it's called fiction for a reason.
This is going to be one of those books that I'll grab again when I want something uncomplicated, fun and romantic to read!
I loved this book. Really no surprise because it is Amy Lane.
The relationship between the MC's is fantastic. Isabella (Bella) isn't just some token female 'sidekick'; bitchy and mean, but an entertaining and integral part of the whole. I love the build up of the relationship between Sebastian and Asa. Okay, maybe there was a little hint of too much happily ever after too quickly if you want to be picky. There wasn't even a raised eyebrow by anyone in the family (or from the ex-wife) about Asa suddenly being gay.. But hey, it's called fiction for a reason.
This is going to be one of those books that I'll grab again when I want something uncomplicated, fun and romantic to read!
maya56's review against another edition
5.0
Yeah, I loved this book! It was just this wonderful feel-good story that made me wish for people like these in my real life!