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ariannemaya's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed this, but really not as much as what I was hoping, considering who wrote it. I loved all the references to fandom; it shows that the authors know what they are talking about and respect fandom for what it is. The two MCs were adorable, and the other characters around them very enjoyable. Problem is, at some point, it felt like the conflict boiled down to them not talking to each other, or talking but assuming stuff instead of asking what the other meant. It got very, very annoying. And that's not something I say often, but there was almost too much sex; one or two scenes could have been cut and the story wouldn't have suffered in any way. It wasn't boring, but if I get to a sex scene and think, "what, again?" well there's a problem.
tellingetienne's review
2.0
First, I want to say I think a lot of people who were into the first book in the series are really going to enjoy this follow up. It's a cute book with solid writing from a author duo who work well together.
So why am I only giving this two stars? It just didn't work for me, I couldn't suspend my disbelief for the plot to work. Hunter and Kevin were cute enough characters, but because I wasn't buying the plot, they just became generic romance guys doing generic romance things. I ended up skimming the end of the book, just so I would be able to give it a fair enough review.
So why am I only giving this two stars? It just didn't work for me, I couldn't suspend my disbelief for the plot to work. Hunter and Kevin were cute enough characters, but because I wasn't buying the plot, they just became generic romance guys doing generic romance things. I ended up skimming the end of the book, just so I would be able to give it a fair enough review.
teresab78's review
3.0
Far too long for the plot. It got repetiative and boring. I struggled to remain engaged. I did like the premise and the characters. There were funny moments but not a lot of tension.
jolie1883's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 Stars
This book, like the others in the series are easy to read, easy to follow and had no complicated plots/subplots that could possibly ruin your lunch. I liked it, like a sweet unexpected breeze that swings the hammock.
This book, like the others in the series are easy to read, easy to follow and had no complicated plots/subplots that could possibly ruin your lunch. I liked it, like a sweet unexpected breeze that swings the hammock.
dreamerfreak's review
emotional
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.0
My life is too much right now to write a full review, but I will say that the view of fans and fandom presented in this book was upsetting, and, as someone deeply involved in fandom, kind of offending?
On top of that, Hunter is a bit of a creep, and the sprinkle of Islamophobia didn't help. The only saving grace that rounded this out to an entire star was the fact that against all odds I found myself unexpectedly enjoying this from time to time because Witt and Voinov are just good writers, even when the subject matter is dicey.
On top of that, Hunter is a bit of a creep, and the sprinkle of Islamophobia didn't help. The only saving grace that rounded this out to an entire star was the fact that against all odds I found myself unexpectedly enjoying this from time to time because Witt and Voinov are just good writers, even when the subject matter is dicey.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Islamophobia
papercranestitches's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this one. I liked the characters, especially their often immature (read: horndog) inner thoughts. Felt like this was a fairly realistic peek behind the curtain of the author process, thoughts, anxieties, etc. Most importantly, while the HEA of the book wasn't as fluffy as my marshmallow heart would probably want, it felt genuine - like that's exactly where these two characters would be and how they would act at this point in their relationship.
One of my favourites of the series so far.
One of my favourites of the series so far.
leahkarge's review against another edition
4.0
Rep: gay MCs, biracial Syrian MC, Muslim MC
Warnings: ableism, cissexism, slurs, gendered slurs
Warnings: ableism, cissexism, slurs, gendered slurs
kaa's review against another edition
2.0
Meh. Not a BAD book, but also not very exciting. I started skipping sex scenes about halfway through, and the main reason I finished was curiosity about the publishing-related plot. Probably wasn't worth it. The book also gets a side-eye for only bringing up Kevin's ethnicity in unpleasant and microaggresive ways.
suze_1624's review against another edition
3.0
Took me a little while to get into this one but once I did it was good.
having read these authors together before, I thought a few times that the sex between Hunter and Kevin was going to get into more kinky realms but it always backed off but I bet they get there!!
This was a lot about the writing process and then two authors writing together, editing, dealing with promotion etc - pulling in from familiar territory perhaps!
Nice to see earlier characters Levi and Carter back and seeing the backstage elements of the series.
having read these authors together before, I thought a few times that the sex between Hunter and Kevin was going to get into more kinky realms but it always backed off but I bet they get there!!
This was a lot about the writing process and then two authors writing together, editing, dealing with promotion etc - pulling in from familiar territory perhaps!
Nice to see earlier characters Levi and Carter back and seeing the backstage elements of the series.
scootypuffjrsucks's review against another edition
4.0
Sometimes, I read a great book that I really enjoyed, and I jump on GR to give it an awesome rating, and then I see all these 2/2.5 star ratings and I sit there like, "WTF?"
For some people, this may not be their cup of tea. They might enjoy something else. For others, I really think you're taking the thing too seriously. There are some great books out there to take seriously, and this is not one of them. It's about a fanfic writer who unknowingly sends his novel-length fanfic to the author himself. The super hot author he has a major crush on, who then wants to make the book part of the series. Oh, and fuck. A lot. This is not a serious plot. This is fun and goofy and kinda meta and total fan service. Every fanfic writer's dream!
Of course, Kevin starts to think he made a huge mistake when the fans and success get overwhelming.
I thought this was a fun read and a great addition to Bluewater Bay.
For some people, this may not be their cup of tea. They might enjoy something else. For others, I really think you're taking the thing too seriously. There are some great books out there to take seriously, and this is not one of them. It's about a fanfic writer who unknowingly sends his novel-length fanfic to the author himself. The super hot author he has a major crush on, who then wants to make the book part of the series. Oh, and fuck. A lot. This is not a serious plot. This is fun and goofy and kinda meta and total fan service. Every fanfic writer's dream!
Of course, Kevin starts to think he made a huge mistake when the fans and success get overwhelming.
I thought this was a fun read and a great addition to Bluewater Bay.