I was really enjoying this, part 1 was great where we focused on how Sherlock and Watson meet, the introduction of the case etc, but then suddenly theI was really enjoying this, part 1 was great where we focused on how Sherlock and Watson meet, the introduction of the case etc, but then suddenly there's a switch in focus in part 2 and we follow a Mormon wild west love affair? I understand how it relates and connects to the main story but it killed the momentum and it lasted for like a solid 50 pages. It was a fun case to follow, as I wasn't familiar with this one. ...more
forgiving this novel for including one of my most hated tropes but that's largely because I enjoyed the conversations around navigating the lost identforgiving this novel for including one of my most hated tropes but that's largely because I enjoyed the conversations around navigating the lost identity etc but I will dock marks for how short it was, just as I thought things would continue to progress, it wrapped up.
I do absolutely adore the FL <3 It also seems I'm a sucker for grumpy x sunshine pairings. ...more
I am a fan of historical romance novels aka bodice rippers, and the idea that they use them to help them understand their partners is interesting 2.75
I am a fan of historical romance novels aka bodice rippers, and the idea that they use them to help them understand their partners is interesting but I do think this pair could've done with going to couples counselling.. Seems like these issues are a lot more deeply rooted and they both suffer with their mismatching communication styles. ...more
I'm a sucker for any media set on a reality TV dating show. I like the idea of what happens when the lines between the contestant and producer get3.75
I'm a sucker for any media set on a reality TV dating show. I like the idea of what happens when the lines between the contestant and producer get blurred in these settings. Reminds me of UnReal the TV show but of course more fluffy. I also enjoyed the dynamic of them falling in love, having to confront their own demons, the discussions around mental health and I appreciated that they didn't act like finding love acts as a bandage to all the issues. ...more
This was the right book to read to help me out of my reading slump - fantasy romance with a lot of moving parts and a fast read? Sign me up. Were someThis was the right book to read to help me out of my reading slump - fantasy romance with a lot of moving parts and a fast read? Sign me up. Were some of the reveals and twists predictable? Yes, it didn't reinvent the wheel but I still had fun reading it and plan to read the next instalment in the series....more
I appreciated that this was a more slow burn and well developed romance. Both parties had various insecurities and struggles that they had to bot3.75
I appreciated that this was a more slow burn and well developed romance. Both parties had various insecurities and struggles that they had to both work out independently and together.
Also Stevie deserves the world <3 Only knocking 0.25 off because it was a tad too long and utilised one of my least favourite causes of third act drama. ...more
3.75 I seem to be a sucker for beauty and the beast historical romances. Wounded, scarred war hero? Desperate spinster? I thoroughly enjoyed their dyn3.75 I seem to be a sucker for beauty and the beast historical romances. Wounded, scarred war hero? Desperate spinster? I thoroughly enjoyed their dynamic, loved their chemistry. ...more
What an entertaining read! I was a fan of 'good girls' - that show where 3 mums become armed robbers. This book gave me similar vibes, where 3.5 stars
What an entertaining read! I was a fan of 'good girls' - that show where 3 mums become armed robbers. This book gave me similar vibes, where we follow a single mother, struggling author and how she becomes a hired hitman to make ends meet. ...more
Sorry but Ashbury with his whole photography fetish thing as a response to his dead parents was completely out of pocket and fuck him for hurting 2.5
Sorry but Ashbury with his whole photography fetish thing as a response to his dead parents was completely out of pocket and fuck him for hurting our girl the way he did in the 3rd act. Completely disingenuous. ...more
Lily was OTT but in such an entertaining and brilliant way. However, I couldn't reconcile how much Alex sucked. Between the way he begins their physicLily was OTT but in such an entertaining and brilliant way. However, I couldn't reconcile how much Alex sucked. Between the way he begins their physical relationship and his general cruelty. ...more
Sorry but the chemistry was not there. Didn't like the couple and I struggled to finish it. Considered DNFing at multiple points as I was unsure whereSorry but the chemistry was not there. Didn't like the couple and I struggled to finish it. Considered DNFing at multiple points as I was unsure where the story was headed. ...more