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3.71 AVERAGE
3.71 AVERAGE
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
What a delightful rom com!!! This book had me laughing out loud so many times, I kept getting weird looks from the people around me!
Gavin and Molly were quite adorable. They definitely had some wickedly good chemistry. The playful banter they shared and the butterflies, sparks, fizzy firework attraction between the two of them was so much fun to read about!
There were moments where I wanted to grab Molly and give her a little bit of a “what are you doing girl?!?!!” pep talk. She was very hard on herself a lot of the time and was called out on it on several occasions, by many of the supporting characters. She had this crazy need to make sure everyone around her was happy and taken care of, often putting herself last or taking herself out of the equation completely. She needed to learn to put herself first sometimes and realize that people are in charge of their own happiness.
Gavin and Molly were quite adorable. They definitely had some wickedly good chemistry. The playful banter they shared and the butterflies, sparks, fizzy firework attraction between the two of them was so much fun to read about!
There were moments where I wanted to grab Molly and give her a little bit of a “what are you doing girl?!?!!” pep talk. She was very hard on herself a lot of the time and was called out on it on several occasions, by many of the supporting characters. She had this crazy need to make sure everyone around her was happy and taken care of, often putting herself last or taking herself out of the equation completely. She needed to learn to put herself first sometimes and realize that people are in charge of their own happiness.
3.8⭐️
I really enjoyed parts of this book…I love the group of friends. Gavin is killer. Imaginary emotional support cat? Weird. Awesome.
The first part of the book I really felt like I got how she felt and her inner monologue. But for a lot of the middle I was like. Okay I get it, you still have these issues and doubts, cool cool. But then ending resolutions were quality so.
I really enjoyed parts of this book…I love the group of friends. Gavin is killer. Imaginary emotional support cat? Weird. Awesome.
The first part of the book I really felt like I got how she felt and her inner monologue. But for a lot of the middle I was like. Okay I get it, you still have these issues and doubts, cool cool. But then ending resolutions were quality so.
Another great read from Christina Hovland. This is the second book in the 'Mommy Wars' series, and follows on from Rachel's story. While it is a standalone, I would definitely recommend reading Rachel, Out Of Office first, because there are a lot of recurring characters which add depth to both the story, and the humour, not least Rachel's ex-husband, Gavin, and her best friend Molly.
Molly is a self-sabotaging dating guru. Basically, she's great at fixing everyone else up - quite often with her own first dates! But when it comes to the growing attraction between herself and her best friend's ex-husband, Gavin, she finds herself doubting she could ever be perfect for him. Problem is, everyone else knows she's wrong. Now, if only she is willing to let down her barriers and accept love...
There are some genuinely laugh out loud moments when her nearest and dearest can literally see her trying to push Gavin away and are telling her to stop. And, if anything, the second book in the series is even funnier than the first. I just about lost it reading the scene in the cinema with the Skittles! I assumed the Skittles parenting lesson was going to involve wayyyy too many e-numbers, especially on a school night (if my own parenting experience was anything to go by) but no. The actual events were even more hilarious.
The banter between the three young boys is also SO authentic, and the portrayal of parents trying to do the best for their children while simultaneously on the verge of a breakdown (particularly when said parents are single) feels realistic, and relatable.
A wonderful addition to the series.
*Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to give an honest review*
Molly is a self-sabotaging dating guru. Basically, she's great at fixing everyone else up - quite often with her own first dates! But when it comes to the growing attraction between herself and her best friend's ex-husband, Gavin, she finds herself doubting she could ever be perfect for him. Problem is, everyone else knows she's wrong. Now, if only she is willing to let down her barriers and accept love...
There are some genuinely laugh out loud moments when her nearest and dearest can literally see her trying to push Gavin away and are telling her to stop. And, if anything, the second book in the series is even funnier than the first. I just about lost it reading the scene in the cinema with the Skittles! I assumed the Skittles parenting lesson was going to involve wayyyy too many e-numbers, especially on a school night (if my own parenting experience was anything to go by) but no. The actual events were even more hilarious.
The banter between the three young boys is also SO authentic, and the portrayal of parents trying to do the best for their children while simultaneously on the verge of a breakdown (particularly when said parents are single) feels realistic, and relatable.
A wonderful addition to the series.
*Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to give an honest review*
The something about Molly is that she’s stubborn and very insecure. I enjoyed Gavin and the extended cast of characters, but Molly was a drag. First impressions about a person and even continuing impressions formed at a distance can change when you get to know them. A sign of maturity is being able to realize that and let go of your preconceived notions. Molly didn’t display that emotional maturity until quite deep into the story.
Her insecurity led her to annoyingly pushing her first dates into other people’s arms over and over again. Then she would feel sorry for herself that things didn’t work out, even though her choices were the reason. She eventually saw the light, but mainly because her friends had to browbeat her into it.
I wish Molly had been more relatable and flexible.
I received a complimentary copy of this book for review.
Her insecurity led her to annoyingly pushing her first dates into other people’s arms over and over again. Then she would feel sorry for herself that things didn’t work out, even though her choices were the reason. She eventually saw the light, but mainly because her friends had to browbeat her into it.
I wish Molly had been more relatable and flexible.
I received a complimentary copy of this book for review.
Hovland lays on the charm while delivering little glimpses of reality. There's Something about Molly takes a humorous approach to dole out a fresh dose of common sense. Perfection is not an option when it comes to matters of the heart. Molly and Gavin are a hot mess when it comes to emotional baggage. He pushes her buttons, she craves his touch and neither will give an inch. Fresh. Funny. Fabulous.
Merged review:
Hovland lays on the charm while delivering little glimpses of reality. There's Something about Molly takes a humorous approach to dole out a fresh dose of common sense. Perfection is not an option when it comes to matters of the heart. Molly and Gavin are a hot mess when it comes to emotional baggage. He pushes her buttons, she craves his touch and neither will give an inch. Fresh. Funny. Fabulous.
Merged review:
Hovland lays on the charm while delivering little glimpses of reality. There's Something about Molly takes a humorous approach to dole out a fresh dose of common sense. Perfection is not an option when it comes to matters of the heart. Molly and Gavin are a hot mess when it comes to emotional baggage. He pushes her buttons, she craves his touch and neither will give an inch. Fresh. Funny. Fabulous.
This was a super sweet story with characters you'll love. Gavin is a dreamboat. Molly is self-destructive and a seriousssss overthinker, but they're perfect together. Her friends are also amazing and always have her back.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and Netgalley for the ARC. I voluntarily read and reviewed this title.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and Netgalley for the ARC. I voluntarily read and reviewed this title.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
There's something about Molly was ok. It was a light hearted read though it was hard to get into at first.
I liked Gavin's character and Molly's friends though I wasn't a fan of the whole fake dating for social media viewers to win the contest.
This was just a three star rating. This review will be posted on blog soon this weekend or so.
I liked Gavin's character and Molly's friends though I wasn't a fan of the whole fake dating for social media viewers to win the contest.
This was just a three star rating. This review will be posted on blog soon this weekend or so.