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shelbymarie516's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 but rounded up cause happy endings. I only liked this like 50% of the time. I think it was too much fighting and then making up and then fighting and making up ( and again fighting then make up etc.)
ghostlyweeds's review against another edition
1.0
I am so mad at myself that I didn’t DNF this book. Not only do the characters use the word “boobs” or “epic” to describe the MC’s physical endowments but the amount of times I read “that’s hot” in this is appalling.
amandabetts84's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
pthornbury05's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
Oh man this book. I have waited to write my review and mark my reading as complete so I was able to get my thoughts together.
While I love the representation of a baker, not following the “traditional” bakery, I feel that it is lost in the lackluster, storyline and romance. Max and Joelle could’ve had such a beautiful journey, but I feel as though it was way too corny and too full of general clichés.
These characters really only like each other because they want to sleep with each other. Wherein they finally do, the author uses the scene in a way that does not further the plot nor reveal parts of the characters that we do not see or cannot see elsewhere. The third act breakup was so harsh that I don’t really think they should’ve gotten back together.
Also, this was a book of clichés. I cannot tell you how many times the author had to remind the reader of the “bad boy/good innocent girl” trope with that good innocent girl going on and on in her head about her insecurities. Not to mention the whole plot line of her “not like other girls”.
If you’re into a very (and I really do mean very) cliché, half baked idea of a romance book this may be for you. Otherwise, it was a very general book that did not make an impression on me.
While I love the representation of a baker, not following the “traditional” bakery, I feel that it is lost in the lackluster, storyline and romance. Max and Joelle could’ve had such a beautiful journey, but I feel as though it was way too corny and too full of general clichés.
These characters really only like each other because they want to sleep with each other. Wherein they finally do, the author uses the scene in a way that does not further the plot nor reveal parts of the characters that we do not see or cannot see elsewhere. The third act breakup was so harsh that I don’t really think they should’ve gotten back together.
Also, this was a book of clichés. I cannot tell you how many times the author had to remind the reader of the “bad boy/good innocent girl” trope with that good innocent girl going on and on in her head about her insecurities. Not to mention the whole plot line of her “not like other girls”.
If you’re into a very (and I really do mean very) cliché, half baked idea of a romance book this may be for you. Otherwise, it was a very general book that did not make an impression on me.
ccmata's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
thepagelady's review against another edition
3.0
Book Review…The Boy With the Bookstore by Sarah Echavarre Smith
Max Boyson looks good from a distance. But after a year and a half Joelle has learned why you shouldn’t judge a book by his delectable cover.
When she first learned about the massive renovation to the building they share, Joelle imagined that temporarily combining her Filipino bakery with Max’s neighboring bookstore would be the perfect opening chapter to their happily ever after. Reality, however, is quite different. Her gallant prince turned out to be a stubborn toad. But when they discover the real reason for the renovation, they’ll have to put both their business senses and their feelings for each other to the test.
First, I really like the cover! It's colorful and eye-catching! This was a cute enemies to friends to lovers story! Joelle's character was nice and I really liked the relationship between her and her family. I didn't really care for Max. I understand that he had a lot going on and a lot to deal with but he still could have been a little nicer but his character was well done. I really liked the banter between them. Overall it's a well written story with a cute and sweet romance! Thank you Let's Talk Books, Sarah Echavarre Smith and Berkley Books for sharing this book with me
Max Boyson looks good from a distance. But after a year and a half Joelle has learned why you shouldn’t judge a book by his delectable cover.
When she first learned about the massive renovation to the building they share, Joelle imagined that temporarily combining her Filipino bakery with Max’s neighboring bookstore would be the perfect opening chapter to their happily ever after. Reality, however, is quite different. Her gallant prince turned out to be a stubborn toad. But when they discover the real reason for the renovation, they’ll have to put both their business senses and their feelings for each other to the test.
First, I really like the cover! It's colorful and eye-catching! This was a cute enemies to friends to lovers story! Joelle's character was nice and I really liked the relationship between her and her family. I didn't really care for Max. I understand that he had a lot going on and a lot to deal with but he still could have been a little nicer but his character was well done. I really liked the banter between them. Overall it's a well written story with a cute and sweet romance! Thank you Let's Talk Books, Sarah Echavarre Smith and Berkley Books for sharing this book with me