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I really struggled finishing this. I wanted to like it, I did. There were things that I couldn’t really get over. (Pros/cons are below and contain some spoilers). I feel like with some revision this could be a good read, but it definitely items had some adjustments that need made.

Stars: 2.5
POV: dual
HEA?: yes
Cheating: no
Cliffhanger?: no
TW: alcoholism, child abuse
Tropes: slow burn, tattoos, opposites attract

Cons:
-Wordy at times. Some things are just too descriptive. Why do we need to have such huge multi-page descriptions of how MMC sanitizes his place?

-the discussion questions after every chapter. I feel like if the author needs those in the book, there should be a section at the end, to keep the story flowing.

-the time lapse. Instead of putting (time passes) as a break, use the ******, ~~~~ or other ways to break it up.

-I’m really not liking FMCS views on people with tattoos. she just plays off her current BF’s alcoholism, but tattoos make you an automatic criminal? Then there’s not really much development (in my opinion) and suddenly she changes her opinion 80% of the way through.

-there’s a huge time lapse and suddenly the story glances over a huge fight FMC had with her best friend during that time lapse. I feel like something that big should have actually been in the story since it was relevant.

-he’s sharing his past and all she can focus on is “he’s a criminal”, not he stole to get money so he could get away from his abusive mom.

Pros:
-I liked Phillip

-I liked that Phillips ex didn’t create drama.

-the notations for when things weren’t in English so I knew what it said.

The translation made it a little difficult to read, but I enjoyed the story. It was a fairly quick read. The characters chemistry and life situations made the storyline awesome!

I read this book after being attracted to the front cover. I quite liked the storyline but I have to admit that I struggled with the translation from German to English. It made it clunky to read and the conversations were awkward as a result.

This ARC was provided to me via Kindle, from #NetGalley. Thank you to the publishers, NetGalley and the author for the opportunity to preview and review. Opinions expressed are completely my own.

The chemistry between the two of them is enough to incinerate those who come between them, every remark and interaction only adds to the angst. Great read.

I read this book was going to be a slow burn, so I prepared myself. These tend to take me longer to get through because of the whole will they, won’t they, and OMG when?? I couldn’t believe how quickly I zipped through this book.

I adored the unlikely pair. The book allowed them to bond and grow a genuine connection. They both helped each other through some heavy situations (like the moments w/ Celine’s absolutely atrocious bf who deserved way worse). But like a previous reviewer said, I wish there had been a bit more romance prior to the ending.

Still, I was left highly satisfied. I adored this book. I really enjoyed the recipes given at the end as well, that was a nice touch. I will definitely take a look at other works by the author. Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read another wonderful book.

I found this book very entertaining, I liked that they didn't jump into a relationship, and they actually formed a friendship first and then proceeded into something more.

I loved Celine, the fact that she was kind, lovely, loyal, hardworking... I loved that she did shopping on discounts, making a grocery list with her family all those simple everyday tasks that an everyday person can relate to. I liked that she didn't change herself to fit in the new crowd, she just appeared and everyone was like 'ok we now love Celine'

After all i was even ok with Bela whose character I didn't like at first, the fact that they overcome their differences later even being friendly with Celine (exchanging recipes, etc)

The one thing I was missing was a little more romance, hence the 4-star rating. They got together in the end and it was too short for me, I would really love to read a bit more of the romantic side before the baby. But all in all, I loved it, and will search for more work by this author!

This book wasn’t at all what I expected. I’m not leaving a rating since I only read 2 chapters. Okay so I can’t post my review on NetGalley without a rating. I have to give 1* because I didn’t like it but I only read the first 2 chapters so it’s not a fair reflection of the book.

I didn’t like the Philipp from the get go. I didn’t get his relation with Bella at all. Okay I suppose it’s convenient but it didn’t work for me which made the first chapter awkward. But provided I liked Celine I should be okay.

I didn’t like Celine. I didn’t like how they met. She was clumsy and all “Oh my God” and he was…

“It’s okay, girl.” He drags out the last word like bubble gum and smirks. “No excessive formality, please. You can call me Philipp, by all means. God isn’t required at all.”

“Girl, do you happen to have …”

“Me? You want me to wear something of yours, girl?”

It’s just not the book for me. I’m sorry because I requested it and I always try to finish books I ask for.