Sep 10, 20205 min readThe New Guy, and the angsty cliches we need to leave in the 90sBetween the angst, the 90s cliches and the unpolished writing, this book is a bit of a mess, but the plot itself was gripping enough.
Jul 1, 20203 min readIsland Affair, and the pitfalls of saccharine romance Overall, Island Affair was a pleasant enough summer read and a nice break from more serious fantasy books.
Jun 17, 20202 min readSomething to Talk About, and all the things we need to talk aboutThis book is a pleasantly current surprise wrapped up in a package of wholesomeness. Poignant and satisfying LGBTQ rom-com worth your time.
Jun 17, 20203 min readThe Little Café in Copenhagen, and the secret of HyggeThis book stirs up a carving for a trip to Copenhagen, cycling around a beautiful city, drinking coffee, eating pastries, and taking it easy
May 29, 20203 min readWould like to meet, and gullible heroines The concept of the book is unusual, which always draws me in when it comes to chicklit. This one is charmingly self aware and very meta.
May 1, 20204 min readRoomies, and enough with the suffering already!The story is your standard romantic comedy, from the meek heroine who does something super out of character to the brooding love interest.
Apr 29, 20203 min readOur Stop, and the beauty of modern romcomsOur Stop presents a different take on romance. The novel mixes in modern references with the timeless magic of a 'meant to be' romance.
Apr 15, 20205 min readA Year and a Day, and why we should start doing trigger warnings for booksThis story contains in-depth references to anxiety, depression and suicide, as well as major instances of gaslighting and toxic masculinity.
Apr 9, 20202 min readMistletoe in Manhattan, and my weakness for Christmas rom-coms Talli Roland chose her main theme well. It's both refreshing and heart-warming to focus on the importance of family.
