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kiwi_00's review
I didn't like the writing which is a shame because I really wanted to like the book.
Things I liked:
Things I liked:
Ana juggling dates with various men.
Things I didn't like
- Obvious ending-
Even before halfway, you can tell who Ana's going to end up with and I would have rather that this was a straightforward workplace romance with the enemy to lovers trope. - Ana is a terrible main character- Female MCs do not have to be extremely likeable but she was so annoying.
Bad at her job, jealous of Gia and making up romantic scenarios between her and a guy who NEVER thinks about her let alone knows that she exists . There were so many things about her that should have been explored instead of terrible dates where she doesn't know how to act eg her family dynamic and her friendship with Gia. She's supposed to be in her thirties but she reads like she's in her twenties because she's extremely immature. - Her dates all sucked.
Getting dressed up and getting your lashes done before your big date only to find out you're going to a rave (not a club) must have been embarrassing and I laughed (at her 'optimism' because what did you expect out a man who is barely out of uni) and then with a different man, accidentally pulling out his grey hair? This quirky, 'I'm such a klutz' behaviour makes her look incredibly silly especially when you remember that she's in her thirties and should know how to act like a grown adult. If she's going on multiple dates, let me at least enjoy reading about one of them!! Reading the date scenes felt like I was at the dentist or something equally painful.
And that list of non-negotiables was ridiculous, no one is forcing her to date! I'd get it if it was an actual 'red flags' things but they were silly. 'No earring studs', 'No overly tight corduroy trousers', etc. Her reasoning for her lists did not make sense and I wanted to slap her rulebook out of her hand as it was mentioned
I didn't really like Gia either, but I did like it when
kristinshires's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
3.5
girlboss move dating 4 men at once!!! book wouldve been better if gia had gotten what was coming to her but whatever!!
i also hated the sound effects in this audiobook. i dont need to hear a growling stomach!!
i also hated the sound effects in this audiobook. i dont need to hear a growling stomach!!
bookedandstarred's review against another edition
It's rather unfortunate to have to start this review by saying that I DNFed this one at 61%. I tried, really tried.
I didn't know what I was expecting when I requested this book, but when I saw the pitch as 'fans of Abby Jimenez', I knew I had to get my hands on this.
Sadly, this wasn't for me. I just couldn't connect with the main character, Ana, or with any of them. I can't get behind her choices and shenanigans that I realized I'm just not having fun anymore and wasting my time struggling through this book.
Still, thank you to Forever Publishing, NetGalley and the author for my early copy. All opinions are honest and my own.
I didn't know what I was expecting when I requested this book, but when I saw the pitch as 'fans of Abby Jimenez', I knew I had to get my hands on this.
Sadly, this wasn't for me. I just couldn't connect with the main character, Ana, or with any of them. I can't get behind her choices and shenanigans that I realized I'm just not having fun anymore and wasting my time struggling through this book.
Still, thank you to Forever Publishing, NetGalley and the author for my early copy. All opinions are honest and my own.
whatjasminereads's review
4.0
3.5 ⭐️
Thank you @readforeverpub for this ARC.
I think I’m still trying to sort through my feelings for this book.
A few thoughts:
- There were many laugh out loud moments which is always a win for me in books.
- I have mixed feelings about Ana’s character because on one hand I completely understand that feeling of needing to be in control, I always found myself frustrated with what to me appeared to be her inability to be happy and she seemed difficult to please.
- I hated Gia. That friendship was terribly one sided and honestly Ana didn’t need that in her life. Sometimes, people are only meant to be in your life for a season, and I think Gia’s time came and left. There’s no use in keeping a friend around simply because of the length of time in which you know one another.
- I didn’t mind that Ana was dating several people at one time, but I do wish that there was more time with the person she ended up choosing. I felt like that bit was rushed and I didn’t get the chance to fall in love with them as a couple.
Overall it was a solid read.
Thank you @readforeverpub for this ARC.
I think I’m still trying to sort through my feelings for this book.
A few thoughts:
- There were many laugh out loud moments which is always a win for me in books.
- I have mixed feelings about Ana’s character because on one hand I completely understand that feeling of needing to be in control, I always found myself frustrated with what to me appeared to be her inability to be happy and she seemed difficult to please.
- I hated Gia. That friendship was terribly one sided and honestly Ana didn’t need that in her life. Sometimes, people are only meant to be in your life for a season, and I think Gia’s time came and left. There’s no use in keeping a friend around simply because of the length of time in which you know one another.
- I didn’t mind that Ana was dating several people at one time, but I do wish that there was more time with the person she ended up choosing. I felt like that bit was rushed and I didn’t get the chance to fall in love with them as a couple.
Overall it was a solid read.
andreacj's review
4.0
A cute story with the “I have a list for my perfect guy” trope. I was entertained and the protagonist was likable and had me laughing at her inner dialogue throughout the book. The Hispanic author and characters were a plus—appreciated the diversity! Ines del Castillo was excellent as the narrator for the audio production. For fans of Abby Jimenez.
smalltownbookmom's review
5.0
An absolute surprise delight debut romcom that had me laughing out loud the whole way through! This was excellent on audio with some amazing sound effects! It also gave me huge Bridget Jones vibes in the best Cuban-American way as a list-loving reality tv producer tries to find love and career success as a 30-something Manhattan woman. Highly recommended, especially on audio! Much thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review! I can't wait to read more from this author!!