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The Wake-Up Call by Beth O'Leary
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
π new favourite romcom author unlocked π
what to expect:
- dual pov
- one bed trope
- enemies-to-lovers
- closed-door romance
- major misunderstandings
- a touch of found family <3
- she falls first, he falls harder !!!
I started reading this book while away on vacation in december. Maybe it was just the similar vibes, but I ADORED IT! Reading a book set in a hotel during the festive season while staying in a hotel during the festive season? It couldn't be more perfect. (The only difference being summer here and winter there!)
This book is a delightfully indulgent treat. It's got all the sugary sweetness of a good love story. It's sprinkled with a mild measure of spice. It's packed with juicy jealousy scenes, pining and angst. And it's served with a fresh side of personal growth, trauma healing, workplace family bonds, and all the emotions :')
Told through alternating povs, The Wake-Up Call follows two hospitality work nemeses who make a bet to help save their falling (both literally and figuratively) hotel. Bubbly, extroverted Izzy charmed me from the very beginning with her pink-striped hair and caring nature. Reserved, introspective Lucas won me over with his desire to break generational curses and his frequent lapses into Portuguese. I loved the main characters, and I loved the side characters, and I loved their silly banter and layered dialogue- basically, I loved it all! I did contemplate removing a star (or half) for the mention of a particular author that I find disagreeable.... but I decided that would be petty, so five stars for all the fun!
I did not realize Beth O'Leary is such a fun author. Why did nobody tell me that Beth O'Leary is such a fun author??? I am now compelled to read every single one of her books available. Romance readers, come join me!! <3
what to expect:
- dual pov
- one bed trope
- enemies-to-lovers
- closed-door romance
- major misunderstandings
- a touch of found family <3
- she falls first, he falls harder !!!
I started reading this book while away on vacation in december. Maybe it was just the similar vibes, but I ADORED IT! Reading a book set in a hotel during the festive season while staying in a hotel during the festive season? It couldn't be more perfect. (The only difference being summer here and winter there!)
This book is a delightfully indulgent treat. It's got all the sugary sweetness of a good love story. It's sprinkled with a mild measure of spice. It's packed with juicy jealousy scenes, pining and angst. And it's served with a fresh side of personal growth, trauma healing, workplace family bonds, and all the emotions :')
Told through alternating povs, The Wake-Up Call follows two hospitality work nemeses who make a bet to help save their falling (both literally and figuratively) hotel. Bubbly, extroverted Izzy charmed me from the very beginning with her pink-striped hair and caring nature. Reserved, introspective Lucas won me over with his desire to break generational curses and his frequent lapses into Portuguese. I loved the main characters, and I loved the side characters, and I loved their silly banter and layered dialogue- basically, I loved it all! I did contemplate removing a star (or half) for the mention of a particular author that I find disagreeable.... but I decided that would be petty, so five stars for all the fun!
I did not realize Beth O'Leary is such a fun author. Why did nobody tell me that Beth O'Leary is such a fun author??? I am now compelled to read every single one of her books available. Romance readers, come join me!! <3