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readwithkiekie's review against another edition
DNF’d on page 112.
I so wanted to enjoy this book but it’s immature writing, meh characters and predictability let me down. It read like a First draft, not a finished novel and Mia’s character had no personality but ballet and cute french boys. She has no growth. The novel also seems to be aimed at 12-14 year olds as Mia acts and talks like one. Wine is called “Adult Juice” and that’s not realistic for a 16/17 year old. Also it seemed every chapter had some form of predictable twist; Ballet rival in Paris, Rival ends up as her roommate, gets put up a grade and in Rivals ballet class, starts liking her instructors son, etc. Everything felt like the author had written down what would happen and didn’t let her characters live.
Also, Mia knew every street in Paris based from google maps. Completely unrealistic.
I so wanted to enjoy this book but it’s immature writing, meh characters and predictability let me down. It read like a First draft, not a finished novel and Mia’s character had no personality but ballet and cute french boys. She has no growth. The novel also seems to be aimed at 12-14 year olds as Mia acts and talks like one. Wine is called “Adult Juice” and that’s not realistic for a 16/17 year old. Also it seemed every chapter had some form of predictable twist; Ballet rival in Paris, Rival ends up as her roommate, gets put up a grade and in Rivals ballet class, starts liking her instructors son, etc. Everything felt like the author had written down what would happen and didn’t let her characters live.
Also, Mia knew every street in Paris based from google maps. Completely unrealistic.
currentlyreading_'s review against another edition
2.0
Where was the Paris vibes?! That's the only reason I picked this up.
It wasn't bad by all means – I've set my expectations up for a young adult romance book. I enjoyed the subplots re achieving your dreams and having an unreasonable unsupportive parent, but overall this is nothing to write home about.
It wasn't bad by all means – I've set my expectations up for a young adult romance book. I enjoyed the subplots re achieving your dreams and having an unreasonable unsupportive parent, but overall this is nothing to write home about.
emily171's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
heyitsmeg777's review against another edition
4.0
I found myself enjoying this book. It's a fun, lighthearted story revolving on Mia and her trip to France which was supposed to be tres perfect, but of course we all know that life never goes that way and I'm glad the author showed this flawlessly.
While I understood the need to tell us that Mia was passionate for ballet... I don't know. I didn't really feel the passion. It seemed more of a hobby she enjoyed before she hit the epiphany stage, cried a little and THEN showed us her passion. Her romance with Louis is cute, although I still think she fell too fast for him. It reminds me of Anna and the french kiss and her romance with Ettienne (I can't remember for sure if that was how you spelled it) world-building was good, the characters were relatable and well-written and I definitely enjoyed it
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this book!
While I understood the need to tell us that Mia was passionate for ballet... I don't know. I didn't really feel the passion. It seemed more of a hobby she enjoyed before she hit the epiphany stage, cried a little and THEN showed us her passion. Her romance with Louis is cute, although I still think she fell too fast for him. It reminds me of Anna and the french kiss and her romance with Ettienne (I can't remember for sure if that was how you spelled it) world-building was good, the characters were relatable and well-written and I definitely enjoyed it
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this book!
enticingtitles's review against another edition
4.0
What a cute read! I finished this in on e day and thoroughly enjoyed the setting in Paris through the lens of a ballerina. I thought it was sweet, romantic, and it make me want a croissant and baguette!
I liked how Mia worked to find a balance between her ballet career and her personal life. And Louis was an excellent male lead for this YA Romance!
Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for this ARC!
I liked how Mia worked to find a balance between her ballet career and her personal life. And Louis was an excellent male lead for this YA Romance!
Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for this ARC!
readers_attic's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
anna44's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
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? It's complicated
4.75
laura_cs's review against another edition
5.0
"Because croissants are like kisses. You don't fully 'get' them until you've had them in Paris."
American Mia works hard to achieve her goal of becoming a professional ballerina, so her acceptance into an elite summer ballet program in Paris is a dream come true! Furthermore, it's an opportunity to do research on a piece of family lore: that one of Mia's ballerina ancestors had been painted by Degas. Mia is looking forward to spend her summer dancing, training under some of the best instructors in the world, meeting her French relatives, and getting to sample the best of Parisian culture: food, landmarks, and... boys?
When Mia encounters a cute French boy who helps her in the middle of a leotard-related crisis, the last thing she expected was for him to be the son of the most formidable dance instructor. And she most definitely doesn't expect Louis to keep finding her, to keep wanting to hang out with her, and to show her all that Paris has to offer. But as the summer continues, Mia begins to wonder if she can have it all: her dream of being a ballerina, and the boy who has stolen her heart.
A beautiful and sweet summer romance, filled with drama, cute moments, and amazing descriptions of dance, art, and food, "Kisses and Croissants" is a delightful read for all ages!
American Mia works hard to achieve her goal of becoming a professional ballerina, so her acceptance into an elite summer ballet program in Paris is a dream come true! Furthermore, it's an opportunity to do research on a piece of family lore: that one of Mia's ballerina ancestors had been painted by Degas. Mia is looking forward to spend her summer dancing, training under some of the best instructors in the world, meeting her French relatives, and getting to sample the best of Parisian culture: food, landmarks, and... boys?
When Mia encounters a cute French boy who helps her in the middle of a leotard-related crisis, the last thing she expected was for him to be the son of the most formidable dance instructor. And she most definitely doesn't expect Louis to keep finding her, to keep wanting to hang out with her, and to show her all that Paris has to offer. But as the summer continues, Mia begins to wonder if she can have it all: her dream of being a ballerina, and the boy who has stolen her heart.
A beautiful and sweet summer romance, filled with drama, cute moments, and amazing descriptions of dance, art, and food, "Kisses and Croissants" is a delightful read for all ages!