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jordysaurus's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
__kuriichan_'s review
4.0
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this one! I approached it with caution and low expectations, as its predecessor didn't impress me as much as I had hoped.
The plot is more well-structured and the characters have more depth. Fox and Hannah fit so well in every way possible, I love them as a couple. I also enjoyed the way the element of music just connected everything so neatly. The writing in this one is more well-thought of and processed, in my opinion.
So, all in all, it was a very pleasant surprise!
The plot is more well-structured and the characters have more depth. Fox and Hannah fit so well in every way possible, I love them as a couple. I also enjoyed the way the element of music just connected everything so neatly. The writing in this one is more well-thought of and processed, in my opinion.
So, all in all, it was a very pleasant surprise!
susrutha_sam's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
kbuckley22's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
A predictable and slow follow up to the first book. This one reads more like fan fiction that could have been cut several chapters shorter.
readlovereviewblog's review against another edition
4.0
I adored the first book in this series. It was the perfect amount of comedy and romance. I can't wait to read this one. This book was a much more introspective read, with the characters battling outside influence and their own internal issues. The relationship in this book is a complicated, friends-to-lovers contemporary romance with some very thoughtful decisions and some gut-wrenching choices. The steamy scenes are hot, and the build-up is agonizing. This couple has an uphill battle against outside influence and preconditioned expectations. But I love how it all gets sorted, and it wasn't as comedic as the first book. Still, I love how the music carried through the entire story, becoming a more profound feeling for the reader to express the moments in an understood and more soulful experience.
I love the banter in this book. The back-and-forth between Hannah and Fox is hilarious, punny, and sarcastic. What's not to love. The banter isn't enough of a giveaway for the character's occupations, habits, and general personalities. In case you're in doubt, the author also does the regular introduction.
Hannah is working as a production assistant and crushing on her boss, Sergei. She is trying to combine work with a visit to her favorite seaside town. I love that the author uses something simple to create the story. Piper's suggestion is on point and might make the backdrop for romance.
Fox is a player, but he also seems to be in love with Hannah. He uses the love 'em and leaves 'em lifestyle with his work on the water. But he really isn't admitting his feelings, and he seems to be straight-up scared/ worried, thinking he can be just friends with her and have her under his roof. This could be amazing, or it could go down in a fireball. I like how the author brings in the friends and the forced proximity to the girl next door vibe.
Their musical communication is different but endearing. I love that Hannah refers to herself as an accident-prone woman; it is very relatable. Her oops are funny and charming, making her a character many people can connect with, even with her quirks. The author uses many fabulous words in this book, like "maestro of feminine wetness," that I feel like I'm actually learning stuff instead of losing brain cells.
The small quaint town has a particular draw that even Hannah can't resist, and the chemistry between her and Fox is scorching. As if the chemistry wasn't hot enough, the solo act and heat between them will melt you. The author really brought the intimacy up a level in this book.
This book even has a soundtrack playing in my head as I read it. Anyone who loves music and a little romance still adores this story.
Hannah and Fox battle themselves and outside expectations, and this friendship grows. The ending of this book is enough to make me teary-eyed as they shed the outside interference and go all in for this unexpected romance.
I love the banter in this book. The back-and-forth between Hannah and Fox is hilarious, punny, and sarcastic. What's not to love. The banter isn't enough of a giveaway for the character's occupations, habits, and general personalities. In case you're in doubt, the author also does the regular introduction.
Hannah is working as a production assistant and crushing on her boss, Sergei. She is trying to combine work with a visit to her favorite seaside town. I love that the author uses something simple to create the story. Piper's suggestion is on point and might make the backdrop for romance.
Fox is a player, but he also seems to be in love with Hannah. He uses the love 'em and leaves 'em lifestyle with his work on the water. But he really isn't admitting his feelings, and he seems to be straight-up scared/ worried, thinking he can be just friends with her and have her under his roof. This could be amazing, or it could go down in a fireball. I like how the author brings in the friends and the forced proximity to the girl next door vibe.
Their musical communication is different but endearing. I love that Hannah refers to herself as an accident-prone woman; it is very relatable. Her oops are funny and charming, making her a character many people can connect with, even with her quirks. The author uses many fabulous words in this book, like "maestro of feminine wetness," that I feel like I'm actually learning stuff instead of losing brain cells.
The small quaint town has a particular draw that even Hannah can't resist, and the chemistry between her and Fox is scorching. As if the chemistry wasn't hot enough, the solo act and heat between them will melt you. The author really brought the intimacy up a level in this book.
This book even has a soundtrack playing in my head as I read it. Anyone who loves music and a little romance still adores this story.
Hannah and Fox battle themselves and outside expectations, and this friendship grows. The ending of this book is enough to make me teary-eyed as they shed the outside interference and go all in for this unexpected romance.
normandie_'s review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
beyondtheislandofbooksnbeauty's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I loved this, I'm a sucker for fisherman (probably because I have a lobsterman myself lol). The growth of the MMC was incredible and seeing it through book one and deeply into book 2 was amazing. My only complaint about this book is I wish we had seen more of Piper, the FMC sister. There relationship was a big part of book 1 and where they had been separated, I had really hoped to see more interactions with them in book 2. Overall I really enjoyed this audiobook, but unlinked I hear a lot, I actually liked book 1 a little bit more. I definitely recceomend this book to lovers of spicy contemporary romance. I have enjoyed every one of Tessa Bailey's books that I have read so far!