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bookie936's review against another edition
2.0
Not as fun and lighthearted as the film, which I saw first. I didn’t like how all the racism, elitism, slut shaming, and prejudice was left unaddressed unless Rachel was an object of it.
orianeosaurus's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
caro_vanille's review against another edition
3.0
I gave it 3 star because although it was good enough to keep me from sleeping, the end was a bit disappointing.
The book is extremely entertaining and I loved that. But seriously? It ends in never ending monologue and some twist about one's past. Could have been better.
The book is extremely entertaining and I loved that. But seriously? It ends in never ending monologue and some twist about one's past. Could have been better.
limeykiss's review against another edition
5.0
Insanely clever and well-written, full of well-developed and hilarious characters. Also, the constant talk of the amazing food you can get in Singapore nearly had me drooling. Reminds me a bit of The Nest.
akookieforyou's review against another edition
4.0
*4.75*
“Pinch me, please. Is any of this real?" Rachel whispered as she looked into Nick's eyes.
"This place is very real. You're the dream," Nick answered as he kissed her deeply.”
This book was like watching a Chinese drama in the best way possible! It's a lot of fun, but also manages to have some heart, which I really appreciate. The characters are all unique from each other, and manage to be really interesting. I found the family dynamics to be enthralling. The locations were absolutely gorgeous. And I just had a great time reading this book!
“Pinch me, please. Is any of this real?" Rachel whispered as she looked into Nick's eyes.
"This place is very real. You're the dream," Nick answered as he kissed her deeply.”
This book was like watching a Chinese drama in the best way possible! It's a lot of fun, but also manages to have some heart, which I really appreciate. The characters are all unique from each other, and manage to be really interesting. I found the family dynamics to be enthralling. The locations were absolutely gorgeous. And I just had a great time reading this book!
spiderelsa's review against another edition
5.0
Nicely done nuanced takes on love and money. This was a real joy of a journey - even the hairy bits didn't go 'too far' in the depictions. I figured I'd find the characters endearing and ultimately relatable, being entirely populated by people. I'm glad that worked out.
steph1101's review against another edition
4.0
I liked the book but I do wish it was a little bit shorter, I was finding myself pushing through it a little bit. I know there are two other books in the series but I don't even find myself that drawn to read them, though I would like to just to complete it. There are so many perspectives and points of views and some are definitely more interesting than others.
hownovelle's review against another edition
emotional
funny
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
bagejew's review against another edition
5.0
Loved the movie. Loved the book even more! Can’t wait to read the 2nd and 3rd books.