↠ 5 magnificent stars ⭐️

Honestly, I’ve been putting off writing this review for a while. Not because I didn’t enjoy it. But because I loved it SO FUCKING MUCH and related to the FMC on such a vulnerable, personal level. But before we unpack all of that, let’s touch on a few other things.

First, Ali Hazelwood really is the QUEEEEEN of STEM romance. And witty, hilarious, absolutely adorable, and relatable ones at that. I was laughing out loud within the first 3 pages of this book. I just love Ali Hazelwood’s writing and humor. And some of the absolutely unhinged one-liners. I also love how Hazelwood always has the struggles of being a woman in STEM at the forefront of the plot. It is something that is so important to bring awareness to and discuss, and she does it perfectly within an adorably funny romcom. Truly an art.

The characters were all perfect. I loved Jack. He is intelligent, wildly perceptive, compassionate, and honest (and I was 100% picturing Chris Evans the entire time). I loved how much he genuinely LIKED Elsie—not just loved—but liked and respected her for the person and absolutely brilliant physicist she is. I loved how he helped her grow into herself. He is definitely one of my favorite romcom MMCs. And once again from Hazelwood, we have an incredible friendship between the FMC and her best friend. CeCe is everything. She’s loyal, supportive, and caring. And she is absolutely hilarious. I love how she accepted Elsie wholely when she was finally honest with her. I also loved Greg and Millicent. I need more Millicent lol.

Next, the romance. I love a good slow burn, and I am a slut for enemies-to-lovers. And oh, did this deliver. The tension between Elsie and Jack was *MUAH* CHEFS KISS. I loved their witty banter and the love they shared. They cared so much for each other and they both grew as individuals because of one another. Truly the best kind of love. OH, and the spice