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hsecen's review against another edition
4.0
Some of the finer details of these characters were definitely left out of the synopsis of this book. It made for a pretty nice surprise in representation. I liked the idea of this story, though at times it did seem a little forced and not totally realistic, but I’m willing to suspend my disbelief for a well written book. This was pretty well written. There were definitely some bits in the middle involving Jasper, Hollyn, and her best friend Cal, that did annoy me with how the whole situation was handled. I don’t want to say that it was forced, but it didn’t seem totally organic to the story and felt a little out of left field for me. And some of the character choices grated on my nerves a little but overall, I really enjoyed the story, and did see some nice character development come out of it. Plus there was great steam in this book, which I wasn’t expecting (I totally judged the book by it’s cover and thought it would be on the tamer side). I did like reading this book though, and I’m excited to keep reading more books in this series in the future.
wyoon2000's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.0
- 4/5
- Now I wish that What If You & Me had more friendship scenes. (Yes & I Love You has great scenes between Andi and Hollyn!)
- I love Hollyn, and I could relate to her anxiety. Anxiety is neither cute nor quirky; instead, it is often ugly and awkward, an endless source of first-hand and second-hand embarrassment.
- Jasper is just so...good—not only to Hollyn, but in general.That being said, I wish that we could have seen him apologize to Hail Yes. They all deserve to smack him at least once.
- I really love how the problems aren't necessarily between Hollyn and Jasper, but with their circumstances (and reality in general).
- Thank you again, Ms. Loren, for writing sex scenes with foreplay, condoms, lube, and pleasure derived from acts other/more than penetration.
- Now I wish that What If You & Me had more friendship scenes. (Yes & I Love You has great scenes between Andi and Hollyn!)
- I love Hollyn, and I could relate to her anxiety. Anxiety is neither cute nor quirky; instead, it is often ugly and awkward, an endless source of first-hand and second-hand embarrassment.
- Jasper is just so...good—not only to Hollyn, but in general.
- I really love how the problems aren't necessarily between Hollyn and Jasper, but with their circumstances (and reality in general).
- Thank you again, Ms. Loren, for writing sex scenes with foreplay, condoms, lube, and pleasure derived from acts other/more than penetration.
wandaka's review against another edition
5.0
This was such a cute and an inspiring read. Just wish I could get a Jasper for myself now!
haleymfischer's review against another edition
3.0
The only thing that has stuck with me about this book since I read it two years ago was the earnest social anxiety rep and the fact that I, a person with social anxiety, would sooner be convinced to eat electric eels than I would to do improv
briannehuffman's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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? It's complicated
3.75
cobaltbookshelf's review against another edition
3.0
*ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
3.5 stars
Yes & I Love You was my first book by Roni Loren and it was a delight.
Hollyn is an introvert with Tourettes and a and Jasper is a struggling improve actor, together they decide to help each other out, Jasper helping Hollyn overcome her anxiety and Hollyn helping Jasper publicize his improve group by writing it up in her poplar column.
It was really addictive to read. I powered through it in a few hours and it was sweet and sexy and kind.
Jasper and Hollyn the relationship between them was cute, and I want Cal book, love triangle with him was unnecessary.
Still a cute and fun read. I would read more books by this author!
3.5 stars
Yes & I Love You was my first book by Roni Loren and it was a delight.
Hollyn is an introvert with Tourettes and a and Jasper is a struggling improve actor, together they decide to help each other out, Jasper helping Hollyn overcome her anxiety and Hollyn helping Jasper publicize his improve group by writing it up in her poplar column.
It was really addictive to read. I powered through it in a few hours and it was sweet and sexy and kind.
Jasper and Hollyn the relationship between them was cute, and I want Cal book, love triangle with him was unnecessary.
Still a cute and fun read. I would read more books by this author!
jess_mango's review against another edition
4.0
Hollyn is a shy 20-something who writes the most popular entertainment blog in New Orleans. As Miz Poppy, Hollyn is witty and bright. But in real life, Hollyn is hesitant about interacting with others due to her Tourette's Syndrome, which causes her to have facial ticks. Then a new guy, Jasper, starts at the coffee counter at her shared office space. After a horrible first interaction, the two eventually strike up a rapport over text messages. Jasper runs a comedy improv group and dreams of having his own theater. When Hollyn's boss tells her she needs to do a video blog, Jasper agrees to teach Hollyn some improv skills to help her with her get over her anxiety. Through this lessons the two grow closer.
This was a sweet neurodiverse romance with a splash of heat. Hollyn was a believable and relatable character. Her relationship with Jasper developed in a realistic way. I recommend this one to fans of [b:The Kiss Quotient|36199084|The Kiss Quotient (The Kiss Quotient, #1)|Helen Hoang|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1527983633l/36199084._SX50_.jpg|57828311] and [b:The Rosie Project|16181775|The Rosie Project (Don Tillman, #1)|Graeme Simsion|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1371651741l/16181775._SY75_.jpg|22084678].
What to listen to while reading...
Overwhelmed by Royal & the Serpent
You Don't Know Me by Son Lux
Labels by Katelyn Tarver
I Want it that Way by Backstreet Boys
Still Into You by Paramore
Thank you to Source Books for the audiobook!
This was a sweet neurodiverse romance with a splash of heat. Hollyn was a believable and relatable character. Her relationship with Jasper developed in a realistic way. I recommend this one to fans of [b:The Kiss Quotient|36199084|The Kiss Quotient (The Kiss Quotient, #1)|Helen Hoang|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1527983633l/36199084._SX50_.jpg|57828311] and [b:The Rosie Project|16181775|The Rosie Project (Don Tillman, #1)|Graeme Simsion|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1371651741l/16181775._SY75_.jpg|22084678].
What to listen to while reading...
Overwhelmed by Royal & the Serpent
You Don't Know Me by Son Lux
Labels by Katelyn Tarver
I Want it that Way by Backstreet Boys
Still Into You by Paramore
Thank you to Source Books for the audiobook!
kahlaelizabeth's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
suzyq436's review against another edition
5.0
Why did I wait so long to read this!?
This was sweet, sincere, sexy and easy. It was such a pleasure to read. Jasper, dude, do you wanna be my bestie please?
This was sweet, sincere, sexy and easy. It was such a pleasure to read. Jasper, dude, do you wanna be my bestie please?