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tamsterdam_reads's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing and Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent
jennastopreading's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Thank you to the publisher for allowing me access to an eARC via Netgalley!
January is traditionally the slumpiest month of the year for me both book wise and personal life wise, and I am so glad that I had this little ray of sunshine in my pocket to cheer me up! RIGHT ON CUE is the Ballard's third novel, and what a fun ride they've all been. I knew that this one would be perfect for me to read when I needed a pick me up.
4 things I loved about this book:
1. The book taking place on a movie set was pretty unique to me as a reader. I don't recall ever having read one before! Along with the setting, some lovely side characters were introduced (Sam being my favorite).
2. The FMC Emmy felt very down to earth and humble. Throughout the story, when she messes up, she admits it. She's never too proud to own her mistakes.
3. The MMC had a unique softness to him that made my heart swell. Any man that not only says, "You can trust me" but PROVES it with his actions is a winner in my book.
4. The third act break up (while in itself is trope-y) was not constructed in a way that made me want to pull my hair out. This breakup made sense, and I sympathized with both Grayson and Emmy.
This book was a bit steamier than I typically prefer, and while I don't knock stars off for steam in romance novels (unless it's terribly overdone), I still like those reading my reviews to be aware. The main reason I didn't give this one 5 stars is because I felt the ending was far too rushed - I wish the story were another 15-20 pages longer! I guess of all things to complain about, this isn't the worst, since I'm basically saying that I loved the characters so much that I wanted to see more of them.
Overall, another knockout from Falon Ballard, and she will remain on my auto-read list!
January is traditionally the slumpiest month of the year for me both book wise and personal life wise, and I am so glad that I had this little ray of sunshine in my pocket to cheer me up! RIGHT ON CUE is the Ballard's third novel, and what a fun ride they've all been. I knew that this one would be perfect for me to read when I needed a pick me up.
4 things I loved about this book:
1. The book taking place on a movie set was pretty unique to me as a reader. I don't recall ever having read one before! Along with the setting, some lovely side characters were introduced (Sam being my favorite).
2. The FMC Emmy felt very down to earth and humble. Throughout the story, when she messes up, she admits it. She's never too proud to own her mistakes.
3. The MMC had a unique softness to him that made my heart swell. Any man that not only says, "You can trust me" but PROVES it with his actions is a winner in my book.
4. The third act break up (while in itself is trope-y) was not constructed in a way that made me want to pull my hair out. This breakup made sense, and I sympathized with both Grayson and Emmy.
This book was a bit steamier than I typically prefer, and while I don't knock stars off for steam in romance novels (unless it's terribly overdone), I still like those reading my reviews to be aware. The main reason I didn't give this one 5 stars is because I felt the ending was far too rushed - I wish the story were another 15-20 pages longer! I guess of all things to complain about, this isn't the worst, since I'm basically saying that I loved the characters so much that I wanted to see more of them.
Overall, another knockout from Falon Ballard, and she will remain on my auto-read list!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Cursing
Moderate: Grief and Death of parent
Minor: Alcohol
readwithria's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
4.5
Right on Cue was absolutely adorable! It brightened my day, and was exactly what I needed.
The actor in me was so glad to see that there was obviously research put into this book! I could gush about the scene with the intimacy coordinator for ages, but suffice it to say that I was very glad to see my chosen field reflected so well.
Okay, now on to the really important things - Emmy and Grayson! They are so adorable, and I loved seeing them learn about each other and grow with each other. Iโm also very glad that everyone told Emmy exactly how silly she was being, because they were 100% correct ๐
Read Right on Cue if you love
๐ฌ Workplace romance
๐ฌ Forced proximity
๐ฌ Enemies to lovers
๐ฌ Friends with benefits
๐ฌ Caregiving
๐ฌ MMCs who have big strong feelings and arenโt afraid to share them
Falon Ballard has never disappointed me, and I canโt wait to read what she writes next! 4.5 stars
Thank you to Putnam and NetGalley for the ARC and the opportunity to leave a voluntary, honest review.
The actor in me was so glad to see that there was obviously research put into this book! I could gush about the scene with the intimacy coordinator for ages, but suffice it to say that I was very glad to see my chosen field reflected so well.
Okay, now on to the really important things - Emmy and Grayson! They are so adorable, and I loved seeing them learn about each other and grow with each other. Iโm also very glad that everyone told Emmy exactly how silly she was being, because they were 100% correct ๐
Read Right on Cue if you love
๐ฌ Workplace romance
๐ฌ Forced proximity
๐ฌ Enemies to lovers
๐ฌ Friends with benefits
๐ฌ Caregiving
๐ฌ MMCs who have big strong feelings and arenโt afraid to share them
Falon Ballard has never disappointed me, and I canโt wait to read what she writes next! 4.5 stars
Thank you to Putnam and NetGalley for the ARC and the opportunity to leave a voluntary, honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Grief, Death of parent, Cursing, and Alcohol
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