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liza5326's review
5.0
My first 5 star of 2016! I had to force myself to put it down so I could get some sleep last night. I spent most of the book with a smile on my face, loving how Chris spent his time earning Lonnie's trust. Cole and Ellis were back and provided a sweet and funny support system for the boys. I hope Doug is up next after his discovery. I love this series!
the_novel_approach's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed No! Jocks Don’t Date Guys, and Chris and Alonzo’s story. The patience that Chris showed, to first be friends and spend time with Alonzo, and to take things at his pace, was super sweet. Over and over Chris showed that he would be loyal, supportive and stand by Alonzo through anything, and that made me fall for him even more.
Now, I will say that there were a few times Chris really got on my nerves, and I kind of wanted to slap him upside his head—especially when dealing with Doug—but I tried to overlook it since I could see Chris was blinded by his first relationship. I guess I would have just liked to see the same loyalty and support he showed for Alonzo, shown a little more toward his best friend. The only other issue I had was with Chris’s dad. I mean, the cheerleaders…at one point it just got a little creepy for me.
Then we have Alonzo, who is introverted, scared, a little lost and a little broken. Due to things in his past, he has multiple issues, but it was great seeing how Chris slowly broke down those walls, helping Alonzo come out of his shell and be who he was meant to be.
I think No! Jocks Don’t Date Guys is a good follow-up to the first book in the series, and I enjoyed getting a glimpse at what’s been going on with Cole and Ellis. I missed a some of the snarky humor I loved so much in the first book, though this wasn’t necessarily a bad thing, it was just different than what I had expected. But, I can’t wait to see what happens when we get Doug’s story.
Reviewed by Karen for The Novel Approach
http://www.thenovelapproachreviews.com/review-no-jocks-dont-date-guys-by-wade-kelly/
Now, I will say that there were a few times Chris really got on my nerves, and I kind of wanted to slap him upside his head—especially when dealing with Doug—but I tried to overlook it since I could see Chris was blinded by his first relationship. I guess I would have just liked to see the same loyalty and support he showed for Alonzo, shown a little more toward his best friend. The only other issue I had was with Chris’s dad. I mean, the cheerleaders…at one point it just got a little creepy for me.
Then we have Alonzo, who is introverted, scared, a little lost and a little broken. Due to things in his past, he has multiple issues, but it was great seeing how Chris slowly broke down those walls, helping Alonzo come out of his shell and be who he was meant to be.
I think No! Jocks Don’t Date Guys is a good follow-up to the first book in the series, and I enjoyed getting a glimpse at what’s been going on with Cole and Ellis. I missed a some of the snarky humor I loved so much in the first book, though this wasn’t necessarily a bad thing, it was just different than what I had expected. But, I can’t wait to see what happens when we get Doug’s story.
Reviewed by Karen for The Novel Approach
http://www.thenovelapproachreviews.com/review-no-jocks-dont-date-guys-by-wade-kelly/
calila's review
4.0
So I enjoyed this book, mostly. The MCs were great and great together. I really loved "watching" them fall in love. Chris is okay with being gay and loving Lonnie. He has a lot of great romantic moments. My heart broke for Lonnie...his past was tragic and really highlights the non-issue of Chris's "angst". The problems come from the side characters. Basically all the female characters were rude ditzy bimbos with big boobs. Except the moms of course. Lonnie's sister was horrible in her own way. But then I hate pushy invasive characters. I really hate that she broke confidence and told Lonnie's business. It wasn't her place. It didn't even ultimately help the situation. I think the inclusion of Lance and his boyfriend was a little forced. And rushed. They went from barely being acquaintances to Lonnie moving in with them and being BFFs. For what I expected to be my biggest issue going in, the ridiculous premise of "we only marry cheerleaders", it turned out the be relatively unimportant. It provided minimal angst. But I hate how it was resolved. Instead of forcing the creepy old man who leers and makes gross comments about barely legal girls to realize you can't control your children in the name of "tradition", the characters placate his unreasonable immature selfish desires. I do appreciate that the issue was "non-cheerleader" rather than "in love with a man" though. RIDICULOUS. And not in a fun way. However it is saved by the main characters not being majorly impacted by it. Aside from the obvious conclusion that anyone can figure out if they've ever seen a teen romcom. So basically it all boils down to the couple being better than the premise. So if you can let that go and ignore it, and read for just the relationship I think you'll enjoy this.
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