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Falsies

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To be honest, I had high hopes for this book after reading the synopsis and skimming over the promising sounding reviews and ratings. It really seemed like my perfect cup of strong coffee with just the right amount of cream added. What can I say? I can't resist a book with damaged heroines, seeing as how i'm a damaged heroine myself (so no judgements here.) But unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to my expectations. I didn't hate it, but I didn't love it either.

This book was just okay. the start was relatively slow and although it did pick up after the first few chapters, it never ended up completely gripping me the way I expected it to.

I really love the writing and the idea of the story was good and all but I was having a tough time relating to Ollie. It pains me to see how she hangs around toxic people who takes her for granted and also for being handed a crappy hand at life, but it's the way she handled herself that doesn't sit well with me. On the other hand, I completely adore Brooks for his character and he is one of the main reason why I was driven to finish the book.

Overall, it was a good read, but I was slightly let down that it wasn't as I expected. Nevertheless, I will be looking forward to more of Olive East's future works!

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Olive East has no problem getting the story stated. The emotion starts right away and the reader really manages to connect to Grace.

This story managed to surprise me several times as well. I liked how balanced the characters were, I felt like each one served their own purpose and had a valid place in the novel.

I was very intrigued by the story, relationship, and how everything came together.

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This was an enjoyable read but it was quite what I was expecting. I enjoyed the slow build romance but Ollie was a frustrating character. I would read another book by this author but this wasn't my personal favourite.

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First off: Trigger Warning needed for depression and cutting
 
 
This book had a very addictive quality to it that I love within new adult novels. I loved the concept of the novel from the synopsis, but it took a different turn within the novel. There were a multitude of characters that were pretty awful in their actions and their words. Seriously hated two of them... like an abundant amount. I won't go into detail because spoilers, but a lot happens and one of the characters I disliked showed up often within the novel. I also was not the biggest fan of Ollie's (the main character's) decisions. Especially towards the end. I just wanted to go up to her and shake her while telling her how irrational her idea was.

I was really disappointed in the whole scene before the ending. I think I'm mostly shocked that the possibility of that happening could be real? I'm not positive, but I know I didn't like it. The novel moved really fasted paced, as did the characters. I don't think it's normal or realistic the amount of effort or speediness that one character showed. It was awkward to  read those parts because I found myself saying, "there is no way this could ever happen because how the heck would something that large even be delivered that soon?" and "how is she not more freaked out by this?".

Would I give Olive East a second chance? I think so. I had no issues with the writing, I even really enjoyed it, but I disliked parts of the plot. Her next novel might suit my reading tastes a little better.

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I wrote notes for this book after reading it. The first note I made? 

A bit meh.

That pretty sums up my feelings while reading this book. I didn't love the characters, I didn't become invested and start rooting for the romance or revenge. 

The main thing I came away with after reading this book was asking what the hell that so called friendship was. Ollie didn't grow throughout the book, she never tried to better herself, her relationships with her family in friends. She became a pretty stagnant character that didn't go anywhere. She put up with a lot, and because of that became annoying. 

I didn't like Sadie or Aaron, her best friend and ex. While Sadie had more redeeming qualities that Aaron, she still wasn't a nice character. Thankfully there was Brooks. He was the saving grace for this otherwise below average novel. I really liked his character, although who knows why he put up with Ollie.

I was pretty content with the book being 'meh'. And then I read the end. It was tacky and cheap, and really ruined the book for me. The revenge was awful and a bad end to the book.

The premise held promise, but unfortunately the did not deliver.

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I really, really, really had high hopes for this book and this is likely a case of it's me, not you. The blurb for Falsies was incredible, giving me hope that this book would be romantic and dramatic. I love a book about a hurting heroine who finds her way to happiness, whether she finds a man along the way or not. This wasn't that kind of story, unfortunately. Falsies has promise, it just needed a lot more fleshing out. It felt rushed and underdeveloped, leaving many holes in the story that easily could have filled it. I really wanted this book to work out, I kept reading in hopes for more, but the end left me even more flabbergasted. I am not a fan of any character choosing to be the OW in this way. It's obvious from this books ratings that some people like it, but it wasn't for me unfortunately.

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I really enjoyed this story, especially the evolution from start to finish of self confidence.

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I had to DNF this book.

I am looking for new concepts in my New Adult books and this was same old same old! sorry!

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I flew through this book and I loved every word. The slow-building romance in the beginning leading into a full-fledged love story later on makes this book solid gold.

I loved this book. It was DIFFERENT.
This book was a roller-coaster ride filled with emotion. Ollie is such an intense character and through out the entire book, I just wanted her to find happiness.
I truly was surprised by how much I enjoyed this book.

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* I won this book off of Netgalley for my honest opinion*

I want to give this book 4.5 stars because I just loved it. It was a sad book but yep uplifting at the same time. If you have ever read Taryn Fisher, it had her feel to it. Devastating but captivating. You want to yell at Ollie but you understand her at the same time.

Brooks, oh Brooks. He made the list for another book boyfriend. He was perfect for Ollie without even knowing exactly why. He just got her - and it was lovely.

Sadie and Aaron - you can just go shove it.

Pick this book up!

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I really, really, really had high hopes for this book and this is likely a case of it's me, not you. The blurb for Falsies was incredible, giving me hope that this book would be romantic and dramatic. I love a book about a hurting heroine who finds her way to happiness, whether she finds a man along the way or not. This wasn't that kind of story, unfortunately.

Ollie, our main character, is a pretty girl with low self esteem and an issue with self-destruction. She has unreliable friends in Sadie and Aaron, her ex, and a man-of-your-dreams type of relationship with Brooks. She doesn't find true joy in anything, always waiting for the other shoe to drop, and when things are working out right she seeks ways to destroy it. At first, I liked Ollie, I had huge hopes for her character development, as this type of story really lends itself to growth. Over time though, she became annoying. She never tried to find ways to better herself, to better her relationship with friends and her family, she just kind of put up with it. She came across as lazy, uninterested in others, and fairly selfish. Sadie has a promising story, the girl obviously wants the fairy tale and is willing to do anything, but their friendship never allows for the deep stuff to come out. Aaron is a tool, one I could never find anything good in. The saving grace of this story, though, is Brooks. He's kind, he's handsome, he's a bit of a nerd, and he's the most forgiving man on the face of the planet. Their relationship is so strange, yet somehow he makes it work and somehow he loves her through it all.

Falsies has promise, it just needed a lot more fleshing out. It felt rushed and underdeveloped, leaving many holes in the story that easily could have filled it. I really wanted this book to work out, I kept reading in hopes for more, but the end left me even more flabbergasted. It's obvious from this books ratings that some people like it, but it wasn't for me unfortunately.

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First, I must say that this book was beautifully writing and that Olive East is a phenomenal author. However, this book just wasn't my cup of tea. I had a hard time connecting with the main character, Ollie, finding her annoying and extremely self-destructive. I had hoped Brooks' character had been more developed. I felt like his character was lacking and found it hard to root for him.

The antagonists, Sadie and Aaron got on my nerves from the very beginning and I could not understand why Ollie would surround herself with such horrible people.

I had hope for a bit more depth to the story, however most of the book consisted of Ollie moping and trying to destroy the first good thing in her life since her dad's death. After awhile it simply got old and I was tired of reading her depressing and self-destructive thoughts.

The cover and description of this book is what truly drew me to the book, however I can't say I would recommend this book. It was definitely a struggle for me to finish. :(

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i dnf this book at about 15% i tried picking it back up countless times and i just couldn't do it

this is a BIG case of its me not you

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This is a real emotional rollercoaster of a book, really well paced read that keeps you engrossed right to the end.
Cant wait for book 2! :-)

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When I came across this book. I thought it was interesting, the cover and the general idea. But it was a lot different, then what I thought it would be like.

I wasn’t a huge fan of Ollie, she seemed a bit confused and unsure about her life. Her best friend is marrying her ex and then she meets this guy randomly across the street. Her relationship with Brooks, I didn’t feel that pull. I didn’t have an emotional connection with the characters. Which, if you’ve read my reviews before, is super important.

With Ollie hiding behind her makeup and then taking it off. It’s the real her, only happened a couple of times and some reason it was just the fake eyelashes. I just really didn’t connect with this story. East does have a good writing style. Based on the info I gathered, this is her first book. So she does have room to grow. It will be interesting to see where else this series goes.

Overall, I give this Two Boundless Stars.

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I loved this book. It was DIFFERENT.

I ran a gamut of emotions in this book. I truly was falling in love with Ollie. I was mad at Ollie. I was on the verge of crying because of her.

I truly was surprised by how much I enjoyed this book.

I will be watching for future releases by this author (and would gladly read ARCS *hint hint*).

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Hooked me in from the start. Very enjoyable read. Slow building romance told at a great pace to hold your interest. Full of angst - which I love. 4/5

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I loved this story! It had everything needed to keep me invested, and begging for the story to never end. I want more!

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This book was a rollercoaster ride filled with emotion. Ollie is such an intense character and throughout the entire book, I just wanted her to find happiness. It has love, lust and shows the struggles of mental illness. This book is a must read. Thank you NetGalley & the publisher for sending me a copy to review!

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As much as I wanted to love this book, I didn't. Started out good but by midway I was bored. I finished it but, not my type of story. Gave it three stars for the potential it had to be amazing. Just fell flat.

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