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thesmutsister_emma's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
4.75
Doing it for the Insurance
Song for this book: Tightrope by Sara Bareilles
I didn't know I was going to love this couple as much as I did. I have been so wrapped up in wanting Bennett and Ruby's story that I just didn't look at Orson and Theo's. I also didn't realize how much I was going to relate to Theo as much as I do. It was all such a wonderful surprise that made me so happy and found me a new book boyfriend.
The Characters
Theo: Lord have mercy, I loved Theo so much. I really enjoyed her internal dialogue and felt like I could relate to her a lot more than I have with a lot of FMCs lately. I enjoyed how she tried to be gentle with herself, despite thinking that none of her friends saw her as their "everyday friend." It's something I struggle with as well because I also see myself as the vacation friend. Seeing her get put first, truly first, was something that I needed to see. It reminded me that someday, I will find my peanut butter cracker loving weirdo.
Orson: I haven't thought a whole lot about Orson through the series. Like I said, I have been a little distracted by Bennett and Ruby (mainly Bennett because I just know I will be writing similar thing about him the second I finish his book. Orson honestly came out of the fucking gate for my heart. He looked at me within the first 30 pages and stole my heart the same way he did Theo's. Am I complaining? No. Is he going on the book partner list? Yes.
Things I Loved
I honestly loved this book to bits and pieces. It meant the world to me. I loved how Orson was not the one to truly stand up to Theo's family and how Theo didn't magically fix Orson's anxiety. There was so much that I loved about this book, but I loved them together more than anything.
Things I Didn't Love
I don't know that there was anything about this book I did not love. It all had me so wrapped and tangled up I was having to force myself to take breaks to eat and sleep. I wish I had the chance to read it cover to cover in one sitting but it just wasn't meant to be.
The Final Verdict
I don't know that I can recommend a book more. Do I have to go on an expedition to Mt. Everest to scream it to the world? This book feels worthy of it, so if y'all see me on a plane, mind your own business.
Song for this book: Tightrope by Sara Bareilles
I didn't know I was going to love this couple as much as I did. I have been so wrapped up in wanting Bennett and Ruby's story that I just didn't look at Orson and Theo's. I also didn't realize how much I was going to relate to Theo as much as I do. It was all such a wonderful surprise that made me so happy and found me a new book boyfriend.
The Characters
Theo: Lord have mercy, I loved Theo so much. I really enjoyed her internal dialogue and felt like I could relate to her a lot more than I have with a lot of FMCs lately. I enjoyed how she tried to be gentle with herself, despite thinking that none of her friends saw her as their "everyday friend." It's something I struggle with as well because I also see myself as the vacation friend. Seeing her get put first, truly first, was something that I needed to see. It reminded me that someday, I will find my peanut butter cracker loving weirdo.
Orson: I haven't thought a whole lot about Orson through the series. Like I said, I have been a little distracted by Bennett and Ruby (mainly Bennett because I just know I will be writing similar thing about him the second I finish his book. Orson honestly came out of the fucking gate for my heart. He looked at me within the first 30 pages and stole my heart the same way he did Theo's. Am I complaining? No. Is he going on the book partner list? Yes.
Things I Loved
I honestly loved this book to bits and pieces. It meant the world to me. I loved how Orson was not the one to truly stand up to Theo's family and how Theo didn't magically fix Orson's anxiety. There was so much that I loved about this book, but I loved them together more than anything.
Things I Didn't Love
I don't know that there was anything about this book I did not love. It all had me so wrapped and tangled up I was having to force myself to take breaks to eat and sleep. I wish I had the chance to read it cover to cover in one sitting but it just wasn't meant to be.
The Final Verdict
I don't know that I can recommend a book more. Do I have to go on an expedition to Mt. Everest to scream it to the world? This book feels worthy of it, so if y'all see me on a plane, mind your own business.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Abandonment, Panic attacks/disorders, and Medical content
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