It's a decent book by Chloe Liese, but not as good as her previous enemies-to-lovers novel, Only When It's Us. I didn't feel invested in the main couple's relationship. Nevertheless, I will still read the next book in the series, although my expectations will be lower this time.

I love Chloe but the representation of the age gap is so creepy in this book- the constant references to his memories of her as a baby were ick.

In true Chloe Liese style this enemies-to-lovers story shines a light on the neurodivergent and hidden disabilities. Based on Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew this story has all the banter, and sass you want in a romcom.

Katerina Wilmot is a world traveling photographer and has ADHD. She has impulse control issues, and says whatever is on her mind. Christopher Petruchio runs his family's hedge fund company. He is measured and careful, and suffers from debilitating migraines. He's six years her senior, and grew up alongside her as neighbours. Now, as adults they can't stand each other. The family is sick of their bickering, so when Christopher agrees to be nicer, Kate's on high alert. And while being nice, Christopher learns so much more about the woman Kate is, and what she really thinks of him. To say he's surprised is an understatement. Their communication, and honesty really made the story for me.

I loved the family dynamic, and am truly looking forward to book three, Juliet's story!!

Thank you, NetGalley, for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I love this spin on The Taming of the Shrew! The friends/enemies to lovers arc was so organic, deliciously slowburn, and realistic. I found the characters’ demisexuality and chronic migraines represented with care and honesty. This book and some of the dialogue will live rent-free in my head forevermore. It was just so good I don’t even have the words to describe it!

(Also no third act breakup woohoo!!!)

Was really excited to read this one, especially after learning it was a retelling of The Taming of the Shrew. And though the sexual tension and angst was very evident, I found myself wanting more. I felt the enemies to lovers angle could've had more depth, and the romance more developed. I will still recommend this for readers wanting childhood enemies to lovers, because though it just wasn't for me, others may like this.

Thank you to the publisher for so kindly granting me an e-arc to read!

I don't think Chloe Liese's writing is for me. This is my second book by her, and something about the writing, the characters - I can't put my finger on it - just makes me disengage. I made it 50% through this book before I decided life it too short to read books that aren't speaking to us. I found the way characters spoke to each other completely unrealistic, and the plot was moving very slowly.

Most romance readers will probably love this, but it wasn't for me.

In true Chloe fashion this book gave me all the feels with a side of serious slowburn! She truly can do no wrong in my eyes 🥹

Sometimes Chloe Liese is hit or miss for me but this one was good and as always, steamy! I thought both chracters were well drawn and had a good journey

This was... average.

In Two Wrongs Make a Right, I absolutely loved the buildup between our two protagonists. But in this one, I just... didn't care. I thought Kate and Christopher acted incredibly childish towards one another, despite being two grown-ass adults. And once they got together, things just turned too sweet for my taste.

That being said, I do enjoy Chloe Liese's writing. She's skillful at conveying emotions and storytelling. I also really appreciate the representation in this author's books. From what I've read so far, she always finds a way to incorporate characters who are disabled, struggle with mental health matters, or are on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum.

I adore Chloe Liese; she remains a must-read for me. Her ability to make me fall in love with Shakespeare through the Wilmont sisters' retellings is a delightful surprise. These books are a heavenly slice of immersion; I can vividly describe the way the air tastes, even though she makes no mention it explicitly. I am eagerly awaiting the next book. Read if you enjoyed "10 Things I Hate About You" or any enemies-to-lovers stories.

I was given an advanced reader's copy via NetGalley, thank you to them. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Chloe Liese does it again with this winner. This modern retelling of the Taming of the Shrew was filled with sexual tension from the beginning. We needed more of Kat and Christoper from the first book. I'm glad we got it!

Another great read from Chloe Liese. This is the second book in The Wilmot Sisters series and this time we follow Kat, Katerina, the world traveler who has finally come home, and Christopher, who is basically part of the family. Kat and Christopher have been at each other's throats since they were kids and being adults has not changed that. But after a talking to and some drunk confessions things slowly start to change, but will it last?

I can't wait for the next in the series as I loved watching this one play out.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with an arc for an honest review!

This felt like a really weak enemies' to lovers, and having read that trope A LOT, I expect to have a true enemies to lovers situation from books. There was banter which I love, but it felt like "The Hating Game" which I personally found really childish. The fact that the male MC knew katie since she was a baby was a bit of a weird theme and it made the romance feel off. Unfortunately this book really missed the mark for me

I really enjoyed this book. Kate and Christopher are childhood family friends, but somewhere along the way developed an adversarial relationship. Kate is a photo journalist who documents the world's injustices and Christopher is a hedge fund manager (who specializes in ethical investing) so they butt heads constantly. After a blow up at Thanksgiving, Kate's family asks Christopher to mend things with her. He realizes how he's hurt her by keeping her at arms distance to protect himself and they quickly fall for each other.

Things I liked: the social issues/feminist issues attempts, the strong female lead, the male main character with emotions, the excellent spice

Things I didn't like: their interactions often felt really childish.

I'll definitely read Chloe Liese's other books and recommend her. 3.5 stars rounded up.

Thanks to Berkley and NetGalley for the free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Chloe Liese takes on my favorite Shakespearean play, "Taming of the Shrew", and gives it her own unique flare in "Better Hate than Never." Honestly, I have yet to read a Chloe Liese book that I don't like. "Better Hate than Never" is a beautiful, enemies to lovers story with excellent communication between the two love interests and, best of all, NO THIRD ACT BREAK UP! I love the demisexual representation (and that sexy scene!), not to mention the ADHD and migraine rep! Liese proves time and again that she is a master at romance. I cannot wait to read more!

I enjoyed some aspects of this book. Occasionally struggled with the age gap/family history deal. But overall a solid romance. Dual POV. No third act break up, which I appreciate.

After reading the first book and loving it, I was excited to read the second book and continue the story.

This book delivered very well the way I hoped for and hit the right plot points.

I related to Kate's wanderlust/ lack of tradition as well as the representation for ADHD and disability!

AND as always, we love a good enemies to lovers!

Unfortunately not nearly what the first book in the series was. Two Wrongs Make a Right was funny and clever, and while not much happened (it's romance, not epic fantasy) it still was interesting and you learned to love all of the characters. Better Hate than Never is missing that interest and love in the characters.

🎧Song Pairing: Love Has No Limits - Fleurie

💭What I thought would happen:

Fall vibes! Sezzy time! Cutest cover ever! Can hear the crunch of leaves looking at it.

🗯Thoughts/sassy musings:

I honestly couldn’t fathom why they had sticks up their butts. I was bored by the immaturity.

Still waiting for that chemistry to set in. Think I’ll be waiting awhile 😂

I’ll probably give the author another chance since I liked 2 Wrongs well enough! Curious about that third sista!

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Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy of Better Hate Than Never by Chloe Liese.