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A review by tessa_talks_books
Can't Help Falling in Love by Sophie Sullivan
4.0
Can't Help Falling in Love by Sophie Sullivan: 4 Stars
Five Reasons to Read Can't Help Falling in Love:
1. Fake Dating Trope—I personally love the fake dating trope. It's a lot of fun and often involves laugh-out-loud moments, which this book does and does well.
2. Poignant Plot Threads— Nothing makes RomComs better than a thread of a more poignant story threaded through it. In this story, Lexi and her mom are dealing with grief - debilitating, life-altering grief. Witnessing their growth as they slowly worked through their loss gave me all the feels.
3. Relatable FMC - Lexi, the main character, is a hardworking individual who strives to keep her and her mom afloat. Despite her admirable work ethic, she grapples with self-confidence and overall self-worth. While this aspect of her character may not always be enjoyable, it certainly makes her more relatable to readers, adding a personal touch to the story.
4. A Swoon-worthy MMC— Will, the male lead, is a character that will make your heart flutter. Handsome, rich, and not afraid to help Lexi and her mother work through their emotional challenges, he is the epitome of a swoon-worthy love interest.
5. Perfect Fall Coziness—The story is sweet and full of all the feels that create a sense of inner warmth and peace, making it the ideal read for a cozy fall evening.
Why Not Five Stars:
Though I love many aspects of Sophie Sullivan's Can't Help Falling in Love, the pacing caused me trouble at different points in the story. While the characters and plot were engaging, there were moments where the narrative felt either rushed or dragged, disrupting the overall flow. Despite this, the novel's charm and heartwarming elements still make it enjoyable.
Five Reasons to Read Can't Help Falling in Love:
1. Fake Dating Trope—I personally love the fake dating trope. It's a lot of fun and often involves laugh-out-loud moments, which this book does and does well.
2. Poignant Plot Threads— Nothing makes RomComs better than a thread of a more poignant story threaded through it. In this story, Lexi and her mom are dealing with grief - debilitating, life-altering grief. Witnessing their growth as they slowly worked through their loss gave me all the feels.
3. Relatable FMC - Lexi, the main character, is a hardworking individual who strives to keep her and her mom afloat. Despite her admirable work ethic, she grapples with self-confidence and overall self-worth. While this aspect of her character may not always be enjoyable, it certainly makes her more relatable to readers, adding a personal touch to the story.
4. A Swoon-worthy MMC— Will, the male lead, is a character that will make your heart flutter. Handsome, rich, and not afraid to help Lexi and her mother work through their emotional challenges, he is the epitome of a swoon-worthy love interest.
5. Perfect Fall Coziness—The story is sweet and full of all the feels that create a sense of inner warmth and peace, making it the ideal read for a cozy fall evening.
Why Not Five Stars:
Though I love many aspects of Sophie Sullivan's Can't Help Falling in Love, the pacing caused me trouble at different points in the story. While the characters and plot were engaging, there were moments where the narrative felt either rushed or dragged, disrupting the overall flow. Despite this, the novel's charm and heartwarming elements still make it enjoyable.