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The Avona Tales #2
The 12 Days of Hipster
Sequel to Bowl Full of Cherries
Last Christmas, Tyler Lang accidentally accepted David Griffith’s invitation for dinner. Yes, it was an accident. See, hipster (don’t call him that!) Tyler doesn’t date guys, and even if he did, he certainly doesn’t date jocks. A rude and hasty exit right when the date was getting good left things awkward between them.
David Griffith isn’t really a jock. Well, he’s a former athlete who loves sports, but “jock” has a certain connotation that doesn’t quite fit the intelligent, hardworking store owner. A jock wouldn’t have given Tyler Lang the time of day. But even after that little, ahem, stunt with the fire escape, David can’t stop thinking about the hipster a year later. Which would be fine if fate didn’t keep butting her nose into their business, making it impossible for the jock and the hipster to avoid each other this Christmas.
A hilarious holiday romp, set to the music of the Winter Sounds.
Last Christmas, Tyler Lang accidentally accepted David Griffith’s invitation for dinner. Yes, it was an accident. See, hipster (don’t call him that!) Tyler doesn’t date guys, and even if he did, he certainly doesn’t date jocks. A rude and hasty exit right when the date was getting good left things awkward between them.
David Griffith isn’t really a jock. Well, he’s a former athlete who loves sports, but “jock” has a certain connotation that doesn’t quite fit the intelligent, hardworking store owner. A jock wouldn’t have given Tyler Lang the time of day. But even after that little, ahem, stunt with the fire escape, David can’t stop thinking about the hipster a year later. Which would be fine if fate didn’t keep butting her nose into their business, making it impossible for the jock and the hipster to avoid each other this Christmas.
A hilarious holiday romp, set to the music of the Winter Sounds.
240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 19, 2016
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24 books173 followersRaine O'Tierney wants to change the world...one sweet story at a time. When she's not writing, Raine is either playing video games or fighting the good fight for intellectual freedom at her library day job. She believes the best thing we can do in life is be kind to one another, and she enjoys encouraging fellow writers.
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December 13, 2016
*3.5 stars*
I've been looking forward to this book ever since Bowl Full of Cherries came out in 2014. I was REALLY excited about the concept of the story.I mean, a pretentious hipster in denial about his bisexuality and a smitten jock? Sounded amazing! But while this story had some very good parts, it also frustrated me a great deal.
I'll just jump right in and start talking about my issues. For one, I absolutely hate more than two point of views in a story, especially a romance. I'm of the opinion that a romance should have either one or two POVs and NO MORE. This story had the POV of both MCs (Tyler and David), but also of Crowley and Rell.
That brings me to my next point: There was WAY too much of Crowley and Rell in this story. Sure, I was curious about what they were up to, but it felt like this book was two romances in one story. I wanted the focus on Tyler and David alone and we really don't get that here.
I also thought that most of the conflict over Tyler's sexuality felt forced. He was the ULTIMATE hipster, but he didn't want to accept that he was attracted to men because it was too hipster? It made no sense. Also, Tyler came across as spoiled and judgemental a lot of the time, which bothered me. David wasn't even a jock in this story, and barely had anything to do with sports, so why Tyler pigeonholed him didn't connect either.
There were also a LOT of miscommunications and misunderstandings, especially between Tyler and David, that bothered me a lot.
While I'm focusing on the negatives, I'm telling you this story was CUTE. It made me smile and laugh a lot, especially because I live close enough to Brooklyn to be WELL acquainted with hipster culture. Overall, it's a lighthearted story, and I enjoyed seeing Tyler and David's HEA take shape.
A great story for those who like opposites attract and bisexual-coming out romances, and a nice follow up to the first in the series.
*Copy provided in exchange for an honest review*
I've been looking forward to this book ever since Bowl Full of Cherries came out in 2014. I was REALLY excited about the concept of the story.I mean, a pretentious hipster in denial about his bisexuality and a smitten jock? Sounded amazing! But while this story had some very good parts, it also frustrated me a great deal.
I'll just jump right in and start talking about my issues. For one, I absolutely hate more than two point of views in a story, especially a romance. I'm of the opinion that a romance should have either one or two POVs and NO MORE. This story had the POV of both MCs (Tyler and David), but also of Crowley and Rell.
That brings me to my next point: There was WAY too much of Crowley and Rell in this story. Sure, I was curious about what they were up to, but it felt like this book was two romances in one story. I wanted the focus on Tyler and David alone and we really don't get that here.
I also thought that most of the conflict over Tyler's sexuality felt forced. He was the ULTIMATE hipster, but he didn't want to accept that he was attracted to men because it was too hipster? It made no sense. Also, Tyler came across as spoiled and judgemental a lot of the time, which bothered me. David wasn't even a jock in this story, and barely had anything to do with sports, so why Tyler pigeonholed him didn't connect either.
There were also a LOT of miscommunications and misunderstandings, especially between Tyler and David, that bothered me a lot.
While I'm focusing on the negatives, I'm telling you this story was CUTE. It made me smile and laugh a lot, especially because I live close enough to Brooklyn to be WELL acquainted with hipster culture. Overall, it's a lighthearted story, and I enjoyed seeing Tyler and David's HEA take shape.
A great story for those who like opposites attract and bisexual-coming out romances, and a nice follow up to the first in the series.
*Copy provided in exchange for an honest review*
October 30, 2017
I'm happy to have finished this. There were times I thought it might be a DNF. I didn't "get" Tyler and, frankly, I didn't like him at all. Apparently, hipsters aren't my thing. The romance took way to long to start, and there was much too much about the other couple, Rell and Crowley, who were featured in book one. The thing is that those who recently read that book, Bowl Full of Cherries, would likely enjoy this one, but it's not promoted as their book so they should be secondary and they took the spotlight too many times.
So, sad to say, the romance on this one failed--almost as much as my attention. It was okay, just not my cuppa.
So, sad to say, the romance on this one failed--almost as much as my attention. It was okay, just not my cuppa.
December 22, 2016
The first book of this series, ‘A Bowl Full of Cherries’, had Tyler’s best friend, Crowly, pair up with Tyler’s twin brother, Rell. And what a funny and snarky and utterly sweet romance that turned out to be. Now it seems that it’s Tyler’s turn, and with his reluctance to admit that he is interested in guys, yet having accepted an invitation to dinner from David only to choose a cowardly escape at the last moment, this next part of their story was certain to be entertaining, if not hilarious. And it was!
Oh, and I just loved the fact that Crowly and Rell were also back in a major way. It added a lot of humor to the story, but it was also great to see how they are doing a year later.
So, Tyler. He is so clearly a hipster, but refuses to accept that label. Yet he has no trouble labeling David as a jock without so much as the shadow of an excuse. In short, Tyler is a man full of contradictions, and he battles them and himself throughout most of the book. He has a lot of growing up to do, and I enjoyed watching him mature. Not too much, mind you, he is still quintessentially Tyler at the end of the book, but he is slightly more honest with himself and more in tune with what he needs.
David doesn’t see himself as a “jock”. Yes, he used to be an athlete, but he doesn’t fit the jock stereotype at all. He is intelligent, hardworking, and determined to make his store, the Organic Emporium, a success. Not just because he believes in the shop and its potential, but because he wants to prove himself to his businessman father – the man in charge of the family business and a cold-hearted bast*rd, if you ask me. Basically David tries too hard and it takes Tyler’s insight and a bit of courage for David to realize that and take a few steps toward becoming his own man.
If you like lighthearted stories with a solid core of emotional growth, if you enjoy humor in your romance, and if you’re looking for a read about two men who learn to accept themselves while helping each other find out what they want to do with their lives, then you will probably like this novel. I think it’s a great sequel to ‘A Bowl Full of Cherries’ and hope there will be more entertaining tales about Tyler, David, Crowley, and Rell.
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
Oh, and I just loved the fact that Crowly and Rell were also back in a major way. It added a lot of humor to the story, but it was also great to see how they are doing a year later.
So, Tyler. He is so clearly a hipster, but refuses to accept that label. Yet he has no trouble labeling David as a jock without so much as the shadow of an excuse. In short, Tyler is a man full of contradictions, and he battles them and himself throughout most of the book. He has a lot of growing up to do, and I enjoyed watching him mature. Not too much, mind you, he is still quintessentially Tyler at the end of the book, but he is slightly more honest with himself and more in tune with what he needs.
David doesn’t see himself as a “jock”. Yes, he used to be an athlete, but he doesn’t fit the jock stereotype at all. He is intelligent, hardworking, and determined to make his store, the Organic Emporium, a success. Not just because he believes in the shop and its potential, but because he wants to prove himself to his businessman father – the man in charge of the family business and a cold-hearted bast*rd, if you ask me. Basically David tries too hard and it takes Tyler’s insight and a bit of courage for David to realize that and take a few steps toward becoming his own man.
If you like lighthearted stories with a solid core of emotional growth, if you enjoy humor in your romance, and if you’re looking for a read about two men who learn to accept themselves while helping each other find out what they want to do with their lives, then you will probably like this novel. I think it’s a great sequel to ‘A Bowl Full of Cherries’ and hope there will be more entertaining tales about Tyler, David, Crowley, and Rell.
NOTE: This book was provided by Dreamspinner Press for the purpose of a review on Rainbow Book Reviews.
December 30, 2016
This is a sequel to one of my all-time favorite books, Bowl Full of Cherries. I will admit, I was a tiny bit hesitant that it might not be as good. I read the blurb and thought it sounded kind of like a gay-for-you, which is generally not my cup of tea. But since I'd enjoyed the first book, and it's by one of my very favorite authors, I went ahead and read it.
Let me tell you, if you're looking for a very typical gay-for-you, this is not that book, and you should go read a different one. But if you want something that pokes just a wee bit of fun at almost every m/m and romance trope ever while simultaneously delivering a sexy, fun, adorable love story, then you should be falling all over yourself trying to get your hands on this. It's by far one of the funniest, warmest, and sweetest books I've ever read. And, dare I say it, Bowl Full of Cherries has some serious competition for which one is my favorite. I'll probably just have to add both to my holiday re-reads pile.
Let's start with how much I love Tyler. I thought I wouldn't because seriously, hipsters? But he's just so delightfully, well, himself. Even though he talks a lot about not wanting to be labeled and not wanting to be a stereotype, and even though he kind of is one, it's in the best possible way. What's so wonderful about him is that while he may not always feel comfortable with himself, he has the biggest heart and genuinely loves the people around him. He wants to believe the best of them while also being afraid he's wrong. Yes, even about Rell.
Which brings me to their relationship. I have never laughed so hard in my life. They have the best-worst sibling moments. I almost wet myself, and I definitely had some giggle-tears from their traded insults. The whole "so's your face thing" is very familiar to me as a parent. But underneath all of that, it's so obvious these guys wouldn't trade having each other for the world.
Then there's David. Honestly, I wasn't sure at first why he didn't just give up on Tyler. I think I would have. But if he had, there wouldn't be a story. He's delightfully persistent. Tyler's right about him; he's not a stereotype. But his non-stereotype is in itself kind of a trope, which I think is kind of lampshaded here. It gets pointed out enough times that it's clearly (and very cleverly) done on purpose.
In fact, a lot about David and Tyler's relationship is gentle humor--never mean-spirited--directed at some of the more popular romance tropes: the odd couple, the gay jock, the uptight, controlling parents, and so on. Somehow, all these elements combine in just the right way to make the story seem exactly the opposite of a cliche. It's pretty hard to explain how, but you'll have to trust me that it works.
There are some definite serious moments, like Tyler's heartbreaking revelation about his father and the poignant moments between Crowley and Rell (because yep, those two are back so we can see a bit of closure for them, too). But even those are done with a light touch and in a way which makes the happy ending that much sweeter.
I'm not entirely sure I've done this book justice. All I can really say is that it's one of the best holiday books this year, and that's saying a lot, given how many I read. Beautiful, witty, and charming all the way through.
Let me tell you, if you're looking for a very typical gay-for-you, this is not that book, and you should go read a different one. But if you want something that pokes just a wee bit of fun at almost every m/m and romance trope ever while simultaneously delivering a sexy, fun, adorable love story, then you should be falling all over yourself trying to get your hands on this. It's by far one of the funniest, warmest, and sweetest books I've ever read. And, dare I say it, Bowl Full of Cherries has some serious competition for which one is my favorite. I'll probably just have to add both to my holiday re-reads pile.
Let's start with how much I love Tyler. I thought I wouldn't because seriously, hipsters? But he's just so delightfully, well, himself. Even though he talks a lot about not wanting to be labeled and not wanting to be a stereotype, and even though he kind of is one, it's in the best possible way. What's so wonderful about him is that while he may not always feel comfortable with himself, he has the biggest heart and genuinely loves the people around him. He wants to believe the best of them while also being afraid he's wrong. Yes, even about Rell.
Which brings me to their relationship. I have never laughed so hard in my life. They have the best-worst sibling moments. I almost wet myself, and I definitely had some giggle-tears from their traded insults. The whole "so's your face thing" is very familiar to me as a parent. But underneath all of that, it's so obvious these guys wouldn't trade having each other for the world.
Then there's David. Honestly, I wasn't sure at first why he didn't just give up on Tyler. I think I would have. But if he had, there wouldn't be a story. He's delightfully persistent. Tyler's right about him; he's not a stereotype. But his non-stereotype is in itself kind of a trope, which I think is kind of lampshaded here. It gets pointed out enough times that it's clearly (and very cleverly) done on purpose.
In fact, a lot about David and Tyler's relationship is gentle humor--never mean-spirited--directed at some of the more popular romance tropes: the odd couple, the gay jock, the uptight, controlling parents, and so on. Somehow, all these elements combine in just the right way to make the story seem exactly the opposite of a cliche. It's pretty hard to explain how, but you'll have to trust me that it works.
There are some definite serious moments, like Tyler's heartbreaking revelation about his father and the poignant moments between Crowley and Rell (because yep, those two are back so we can see a bit of closure for them, too). But even those are done with a light touch and in a way which makes the happy ending that much sweeter.
I'm not entirely sure I've done this book justice. All I can really say is that it's one of the best holiday books this year, and that's saying a lot, given how many I read. Beautiful, witty, and charming all the way through.
December 19, 2016
I really wanted to like this but I couldn't...
My main complaints
1) Tyler is an asshole. Honestly, he's WAY too pretentious, rude, childish, judgy, full of prejudice, and narrow minded. He turned me off so much right off the bat that I really could not get into his character. He was so obsessed with labelling and pigeonholing David. I also wasn't expecting the hipster thing to be so annoying, but God, I couldn't stop rolling my eyes. We get it Tyler, you're not mainstream; move the fuck on....
2) I had like 0 idea what was going on at first. Maybe I'm tired, but it was really hard to follow what was happening and the timeline of the story
3) I read the first book so long ago, and I wasn't in love with it, so I could have done with less of the Crowley and whatever his name is
4) I was so bored!
5) For such an expensive story (~$10 Canadian), I was expecting much much more
My main complaints
1) Tyler is an asshole. Honestly, he's WAY too pretentious, rude, childish, judgy, full of prejudice, and narrow minded. He turned me off so much right off the bat that I really could not get into his character. He was so obsessed with labelling and pigeonholing David. I also wasn't expecting the hipster thing to be so annoying, but God, I couldn't stop rolling my eyes. We get it Tyler, you're not mainstream; move the fuck on....
2) I had like 0 idea what was going on at first. Maybe I'm tired, but it was really hard to follow what was happening and the timeline of the story
3) I read the first book so long ago, and I wasn't in love with it, so I could have done with less of the Crowley and whatever his name is
4) I was so bored!
5) For such an expensive story (~$10 Canadian), I was expecting much much more
April 12, 2017
I have a special place in my heart for O'Tierney's romance books. She always supplies the fluff and happy endings, which we all need a little more of these days. Her writing might be tooth-achingly sweet, but you never get to that cavity zone.
This book is a sequel to and a POV shift away from Bowl Full of Cherries, which I very much enjoyed. This isn't quite as good as the first book, but it is still a solid read. David and Tyler's story caught my attention right away (enough to dive into this book even after Christmas was over). I love the idea of a guy who thinks he's totally straight but so blindsided by a sweet, nice dude who just wants to take him out and show him some love. This isn't a Gay Panic or gay-for-you story, really, even though Tyler is slowly coming into his sexuality.
The real drama comes from the fact that Tyler, a proudly self-proclaimed hipster, is falling for a jock.
The stakes are appropriately low in this book. Tyler worries that he's nothing but a label while David turns out to be an intelligent, well-rounded dude who happens to be an athlete. Tyler battles with his self-imposed limitations, but there's never any real heat. We know Tyler will get his happy ending, just like how Crowley and Averell got theirs.
Speaking of, those two got a pretty decent subplot--better than a half-assed mention the first-book couple tends to get in the second book. While a writer like O'Tierney might have gotten away with a .
It is easy to be frustrated with a character like Tyler because he runs from his problems. He's terrified of actually facing his demons. David might have guts and charm enough for the two of them, but unfortunately, he failed to make much of an impression on me. He's blandly sweet and decent (which is actually a perfect match for Tyler), but he pales in comparison to the bolder characterizations of Tyler, Crowley, and Rell.
I really missed the Lang family, who were all so wonderfully written in the previous book. Though I'm not sure how much more O'Tierney can get out of these characters, I'd be happy to read more of them in the future.
One thing that really didn't work for me was the music tie-in with the band The Winter Sounds. If an author is going to tie a song or artist into the narrative, we need to know them already. We know what songs like "Dancing in the Dark," "Landslide," and "Heroes" sound like, so when they pop up in a story, we match the descriptions to the music in our heads. It is obvious the author has a personal connection to the band, but all the references fell flat, and to be honest, it didn't really inspire me to seek out their music. And the inclusion of the real-life band member in the story was sort of cringe-worthy, like something I would've written into a fan-fiction in high school.
This isn't a perfect book, but it is definitely a sweet holiday read. I hover more around 3 1/2 stars than 4.
This book is a sequel to and a POV shift away from Bowl Full of Cherries, which I very much enjoyed. This isn't quite as good as the first book, but it is still a solid read. David and Tyler's story caught my attention right away (enough to dive into this book even after Christmas was over). I love the idea of a guy who thinks he's totally straight but so blindsided by a sweet, nice dude who just wants to take him out and show him some love. This isn't a Gay Panic or gay-for-you story, really, even though Tyler is slowly coming into his sexuality.
The real drama comes from the fact that Tyler, a proudly self-proclaimed hipster, is falling for a jock.
The stakes are appropriately low in this book. Tyler worries that he's nothing but a label while David turns out to be an intelligent, well-rounded dude who happens to be an athlete. Tyler battles with his self-imposed limitations, but there's never any real heat. We know Tyler will get his happy ending, just like how Crowley and Averell got theirs.
Speaking of, those two got a pretty decent subplot--better than a half-assed mention the first-book couple tends to get in the second book. While a writer like O'Tierney might have gotten away with a .
It is easy to be frustrated with a character like Tyler because he runs from his problems. He's terrified of actually facing his demons. David might have guts and charm enough for the two of them, but unfortunately, he failed to make much of an impression on me. He's blandly sweet and decent (which is actually a perfect match for Tyler), but he pales in comparison to the bolder characterizations of Tyler, Crowley, and Rell.
I really missed the Lang family, who were all so wonderfully written in the previous book. Though I'm not sure how much more O'Tierney can get out of these characters, I'd be happy to read more of them in the future.
One thing that really didn't work for me was the music tie-in with the band The Winter Sounds. If an author is going to tie a song or artist into the narrative, we need to know them already. We know what songs like "Dancing in the Dark," "Landslide," and "Heroes" sound like, so when they pop up in a story, we match the descriptions to the music in our heads. It is obvious the author has a personal connection to the band, but all the references fell flat, and to be honest, it didn't really inspire me to seek out their music. And the inclusion of the real-life band member in the story was sort of cringe-worthy, like something I would've written into a fan-fiction in high school.
This isn't a perfect book, but it is definitely a sweet holiday read. I hover more around 3 1/2 stars than 4.
February 7, 2017
This book was so funny! I loved A Bowl Full of Cherries, the first in this series featuring the twin and best friend of this book's MC, Tyler, and this follow up did not disappoint.
Tyler is the kind of MC you love to hate but love at the same time. A hipster who does everything he can to avoid being labelled a hipster, except, you know, actually not being a hipster. He's ironic without realising it. He is spoilt and whiny and an utter pain in the arse... but I love him. I really do. Mainly because, underneath that awful exterior is a kind soul who does care. He is so funny, especially as he tries so hard not to be.
David is, Tyler has decided, a jock. What he actually is, is a hardworking chap who liked sports and spends his life trying to please his father. His father, it goes without saying, is a grade A wanker. Selfish, domineering, manipulative; successful is business but not at all nice to his children. His family is completely different to Tyler's and the contrasts this book has work well.
Tyler and David work so well together, despite Tyler taking a while to admit he's bi; not because he has any problem with bisexuality but it would just be too hipster of him if he was bi and he refuses to be labelled hipster, Together, they remind me of a cat and dog, the kind where the dog is being hissed at by the cat throughout the day, but they still cuddle up at night and the cat gives the dog headbutt loves when nobody else is looking. They're relationship made me go awwwwwww, but it also made me laugh out loud.
I love that this book contained not just Tyler and David's POV, but also that of Rell and Crowley from book 1. Seeing how their relationship progressed and the dynamics between the four of them, was the icing on the cake for me.
This book, though certainly a seasonal read in some respects, is actually utterly readable at anytime of the year, it's a story that is partly set at Christmas, rather than a Christmas story. If you want to read something funny I really recommend this.
A copy of this was given in exchange for an honest review.
Previous;y this was review was posted at BMBR
Tyler is the kind of MC you love to hate but love at the same time. A hipster who does everything he can to avoid being labelled a hipster, except, you know, actually not being a hipster. He's ironic without realising it. He is spoilt and whiny and an utter pain in the arse... but I love him. I really do. Mainly because, underneath that awful exterior is a kind soul who does care. He is so funny, especially as he tries so hard not to be.
David is, Tyler has decided, a jock. What he actually is, is a hardworking chap who liked sports and spends his life trying to please his father. His father, it goes without saying, is a grade A wanker. Selfish, domineering, manipulative; successful is business but not at all nice to his children. His family is completely different to Tyler's and the contrasts this book has work well.
Tyler and David work so well together, despite Tyler taking a while to admit he's bi; not because he has any problem with bisexuality but it would just be too hipster of him if he was bi and he refuses to be labelled hipster, Together, they remind me of a cat and dog, the kind where the dog is being hissed at by the cat throughout the day, but they still cuddle up at night and the cat gives the dog headbutt loves when nobody else is looking. They're relationship made me go awwwwwww, but it also made me laugh out loud.
I love that this book contained not just Tyler and David's POV, but also that of Rell and Crowley from book 1. Seeing how their relationship progressed and the dynamics between the four of them, was the icing on the cake for me.
This book, though certainly a seasonal read in some respects, is actually utterly readable at anytime of the year, it's a story that is partly set at Christmas, rather than a Christmas story. If you want to read something funny I really recommend this.
A copy of this was given in exchange for an honest review.
Previous;y this was review was posted at BMBR
December 27, 2016
I really love this book; it's so funny!
I love the obnoxious Tyler, who lives completely in his head and has rules about everything, including whom he should date.
Tyler likes girls, so he does not date guys. Especially not extremely handsome jocks 'without two brain cells to rub together'. Yet somehow he 'accidentally' accepts a date with David...
David: ''Tyler, look man, I like you. But if you don't want to be here, you should go. You'll have to take your hand back, though.''
Tyler looked down. Jesus! When had that happened? Damn sentient hand, moving into David's palm without his permission. Fuck, fuck, fuck.
Tyler's vision of how things should be is being challenged. All the time. Drastically. I love how he tries to make sense of things without letting go of his rules, and his occasional startled acknowledgement that, although something should not be happening, it IS happening and it doesn't feel wrong. Sometimes it even feels good... Fuck.
I can really relate to Tyler's journey from living according to fixed rules, to realising that sometimes we have to let go of those rules to experience something new and potentially wonderful.
The 12 Days of Hipster is the follow-up of Bowl Full of Cherries, featuring Tyler's twin Averell, which is equally funny, and should really be read first, since its main characters feature heavily in this book as well. Actually, I really liked that Rell & Crowleys story is being continued in this book alongside the trials and tribulations of Tyler & David.
I was sad to reach the end of the book, so I've started all over again, which is a good sign of how much I loved this story!
January 21, 2018
3.5 Stars.
I came across Raine O'Tierney's writing recently and I am now a big fan.
This is a fun and funny romance. David is a simple wonderful hero in terms of his pursuit of Tyler. He has some family issues to work out and those could be more developed but as a man who knows his mind and loves the hipster mess that is Tyler, he is great,
Tyler is annoying and hyper self observant and unobservant at the same time. The hipster obsession are lovingly detailed and the music stuff and hobbies are super fun.
Tyler has a good deal of personal growth and reflection to have happen but he does it and he is all in there for David.
A great Christmas romance.
I came across Raine O'Tierney's writing recently and I am now a big fan.
This is a fun and funny romance. David is a simple wonderful hero in terms of his pursuit of Tyler. He has some family issues to work out and those could be more developed but as a man who knows his mind and loves the hipster mess that is Tyler, he is great,
Tyler is annoying and hyper self observant and unobservant at the same time. The hipster obsession are lovingly detailed and the music stuff and hobbies are super fun.
Tyler has a good deal of personal growth and reflection to have happen but he does it and he is all in there for David.
A great Christmas romance.
December 20, 2016
I didn't read the first book of this series, tried to catch up with the earlier MCs, but failed.
I have a little problem with the writing style. I guess this one is not my cuppa, sadly.
Sadly I have to do some skimming through the (too much) conversation I didn't understand. So, I guess it's me not you, book.
More thoughts to follow.
*ARC was given by publisher, in exchange of an honest review.*
December 25, 2016
I liked the idea, but the execution didn't do the idea justice. Truthfully, I was more interested in David's organic store rather than his love life *LOL* Anyway, this was just light holiday story with idiot MCs (yes, they're both idiot, especially after their daddy issues were revealed) and characters from the previous book.
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December 31, 2016I'm gonna come back to this one... Tyler is hard for me to like right now.
February 9, 2017
sweet and funny and cute-I wanted more!
December 19, 2016
5 Stars!
One of the funniest books I've read all year, I am in love with 12 Days of Hipster and, honestly, I was sad to see it end.
Tyler Lang hates to be called a hipster. So what if he only drinks microbrews, listens to indie music live or on vinyl, wears skinny jeans, suspenders and infinity scarves? It's cool and it's him. So, of course, it was an accident when he accepted a date with "Jock" David Griffith. For one thing, Tyler isn't gay (or at least he doesn't think he is) but more importantly, he doesn't do "Jock", no pun intended. One kiss from the football playing "Wall of Muscle" has Tyler making a hasty retreat down the fire escape, leaving David confused and a bit angry.
David Griffith doesn't exactly fit the label Tyler seems to want to plaster him with. He may have played football and loves sports but does that really make him a "Jock"? After all, he may like to watch a game but that isn't all he's about. He has a Masters, runs a successful Organic Market and works hard for everything in his life. And would a stereotypical jock really want a snarky hipster who felt insulted for receiving a Target gift card for Christmas?
A year after the disastrous date, David and Tyler find themselves thrown together once more. It seems that fate may be conspiring against Tyler and proving that the Hipster and the Jock might just be perfect for one another. Tyler has to finally get past the labels and realize that people can't be shoved into tiny little boxes all the time. His fear of change is keeping him from experiencing something wonderful, not only with David but with his twin brother, Averell, as well.
Wow! This book is hilarious, cute, sweet and heartwarming. There were a few moments that brought tears to my eyes but more than anything I found myself smiling and laughing out loud. I actually had people questioning my sanity as I laughed out loud in the middle of the grocery store while listening to my Kindle read the book to me (I didn't care, though, because nothing was going to ruin the high I got from reading about Tyler and David).
Tyler is so lovable, his snarky attitude combined with his vulnerability is so endearing I wanted to climb in my kindle and demand we be friends. He was funny even if he didn't know it and beyond anything else, he was loyal almost to a fault. Loyal to friends, to family and even to those who didn't deserve his loyalty. And above everything else I loved about him, it was the way he was with David. Yes, he could be mean at first, but overall, he treasured David. He made mistakes, some more annoying than others but he had a heart of gold.
David, lovable David. He is the absolute best. I wish I was Tyler so I could have David love me. He's smart, hardworking, funny and sweet. He's romantic and up for trying new things. More than anything, though, he really truly cares about Tyler and has a way of handling him better than even Tyler's own twin brother. He has patience that most would not have when dealing with Tyler's antics but that's what makes them so perfect for one another.
There are a whole slew of great characters in this book. Tyler's twin brother Rell and Rell's boyfriend Crowley (both are the MC's from the previous book Bowl Full of Cherries). Tyler's cousin Sondra who is a bit different but interesting. And even Eric, David's best friend and a huge P.I.T.A.
I really hope there will be more books in this series. I'd love to catch up with Tyler and David, Rell and Crowly. And see how both couples are doing. I'd also love to see some sort of restitution to Tyler from his good for nothing father (a story I don't want to spoil by giving details). So after all my ramblings all I have left to say is: you have to read this book. I highly recommend it and Raine O'Tierney.
*Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by Dreamspinner Press for my reading pleasure in hopes of an unbiased opinion, a review was not a requirement.*
December 3, 2017
Reviewed on The Blogger Girls
3.5 stars
Tyler Lang might be a hipster (even if he hates the word) but he’s very adamant that he’s not gay. Unfortunately, the fact he can’t stop thinking about David, a certain jock, really irks him. I mean he can’t be gay because that would be so hipster. When he accidentally agrees to a date with David and then runs half way through the date, he thought that was the end of that but fate has other things in mind. David’s just starting to get his life in order, running his father’s business and trying not to think about a certain hipster, when fate throws David right smack into Tyler and reignites the sparks between them. Now Tyler has to decide if he wants to try things out with David or let his self-diagnosed labels rule his life.
In Bowl Full of Cherries, I absolutely loved Tyler and his brittle ways. I loved that he was so against Crowley and Rell being together and the bickering between Rell and Tyler. So I was super excited about this one when I saw that Tyler was getting a story with David, an athlete. It was interesting to see how Tyler copes with that and how David tries to tread the complicated waters of Tyler Lang. As characters, I absolutely ADORED David because while he might have been an athlete, he was an intelligent and hard-working guy. Tyler, on the other hand, is a bit spoiled and high maintenance so it was hard for me to really get into his character. However, the fact that these two were polar opposites and didn’t quite know how to build a relationship when they had nothing in common really made me enjoy the story.
I really liked this story but as it went on, I grew tired of Tyler’s constant need to label everything. There was no one labeling anything but Tyler himself. The fact he couldn’t let that drop and really harped on it, on how it made him look, grew tiring. No one was bothered by who he was but himself because he kept putting a name to everything he was. Aside from that, after Tyler and David had sex, I felt like they didn’t stop. I ended up skipping quite a few of the ending because it just went on and on. Also, what’s with the bird on the cover? I don’t remember there being one in the story, is that supposed to be metaphorical? If so, I don’t quite understand it 😦
In the end, I really loved the story but Tyler’s harping and the amount of sex in just the last quarter of the story, lessened my enjoyment a little. I was a little thrown off at getting Crowley and Rell’s POVs towards the end but I did love getting back to them, even though I was sad we didn’t get to see David meet Tyler’s family! I can’t wait to see who gets their story next because I would love to get back to these boys. I don’t feel as their story has ended just yet 😉
3.5 stars
Tyler Lang might be a hipster (even if he hates the word) but he’s very adamant that he’s not gay. Unfortunately, the fact he can’t stop thinking about David, a certain jock, really irks him. I mean he can’t be gay because that would be so hipster. When he accidentally agrees to a date with David and then runs half way through the date, he thought that was the end of that but fate has other things in mind. David’s just starting to get his life in order, running his father’s business and trying not to think about a certain hipster, when fate throws David right smack into Tyler and reignites the sparks between them. Now Tyler has to decide if he wants to try things out with David or let his self-diagnosed labels rule his life.
In Bowl Full of Cherries, I absolutely loved Tyler and his brittle ways. I loved that he was so against Crowley and Rell being together and the bickering between Rell and Tyler. So I was super excited about this one when I saw that Tyler was getting a story with David, an athlete. It was interesting to see how Tyler copes with that and how David tries to tread the complicated waters of Tyler Lang. As characters, I absolutely ADORED David because while he might have been an athlete, he was an intelligent and hard-working guy. Tyler, on the other hand, is a bit spoiled and high maintenance so it was hard for me to really get into his character. However, the fact that these two were polar opposites and didn’t quite know how to build a relationship when they had nothing in common really made me enjoy the story.
I really liked this story but as it went on, I grew tired of Tyler’s constant need to label everything. There was no one labeling anything but Tyler himself. The fact he couldn’t let that drop and really harped on it, on how it made him look, grew tiring. No one was bothered by who he was but himself because he kept putting a name to everything he was. Aside from that, after Tyler and David had sex, I felt like they didn’t stop. I ended up skipping quite a few of the ending because it just went on and on. Also, what’s with the bird on the cover? I don’t remember there being one in the story, is that supposed to be metaphorical? If so, I don’t quite understand it 😦
In the end, I really loved the story but Tyler’s harping and the amount of sex in just the last quarter of the story, lessened my enjoyment a little. I was a little thrown off at getting Crowley and Rell’s POVs towards the end but I did love getting back to them, even though I was sad we didn’t get to see David meet Tyler’s family! I can’t wait to see who gets their story next because I would love to get back to these boys. I don’t feel as their story has ended just yet 😉
November 22, 2021
4.5 stars
Synopsis: Tyler doesn't like chain stores, or mainstream music, or jocks. And he's not gay. He accidentally accepts a date from a jock, David, and then, after a kiss, flees out the fire escape. It's a year later, and Tyler's best friend/roomie and Tyler's brother are moving to their own apartment, and Tyler has to find a new place to live. He also has to find a job, because he got fired from his last one. Add to that the fact that he seems to run in to David everywhere he goes, and Tyler is having a rough time of it.
David manages an organic food store that his father owns, and, when he runs in to Tyler at a concert, lets him know what he thinks about him and his disappearing act. Unfortunately, it's not Tyler, it's his twin brother, and when David gets the opportunity to tell Tyler what he thinks, he loses steam. Instead, they end up back at David's place because Tyler ran away again, and David went after him.
They continue to run in to one another, and they end up enjoying each others' company. Tyler admits that he might be attracted to David, and David still wants to know all the layers of Tyler.
What I liked: Tyler. He is elitist, non-conformist, snobbish, judgemental, and a coward. He wears ironic or vintage clothes, gets only organic food, shops only at mom&pop stores, listens only to indie music, and thinks he's individualistic. (But seriously, if every other "hipster" does that, how non-conformist and individualistic is it?) He also doesn't know where his place in the world is, and is just trying to figure out who he is...without labels. Or maybe completely conforming to labels. Tyler is also completely funny and a little clueless, and probably also ironic in a way that he doesn't mean to be. David understands Tyler, and likes him, just as he is. And if Tyler doesn't know who that is just yet, David is fine with that. I liked the actual growth in relationship between Tyler and David, and Tyler and his brother. Tyler actually grew up a little, and came to realize that it doesn't really matter what label other people try to give you, it's how you see yourself that really matters. If you feel as though a label fits you, then that's what you can be. If not, you don't have to actually be a hipster, you can be a hipster who also does this, or likes that.
What I didn't like: even though I liked seeing Rell and Crowley again, it felt as though their story took away a little from David's and Tyler's story, which I was really interested in.
Synopsis: Tyler doesn't like chain stores, or mainstream music, or jocks. And he's not gay. He accidentally accepts a date from a jock, David, and then, after a kiss, flees out the fire escape. It's a year later, and Tyler's best friend/roomie and Tyler's brother are moving to their own apartment, and Tyler has to find a new place to live. He also has to find a job, because he got fired from his last one. Add to that the fact that he seems to run in to David everywhere he goes, and Tyler is having a rough time of it.
David manages an organic food store that his father owns, and, when he runs in to Tyler at a concert, lets him know what he thinks about him and his disappearing act. Unfortunately, it's not Tyler, it's his twin brother, and when David gets the opportunity to tell Tyler what he thinks, he loses steam. Instead, they end up back at David's place because Tyler ran away again, and David went after him.
They continue to run in to one another, and they end up enjoying each others' company. Tyler admits that he might be attracted to David, and David still wants to know all the layers of Tyler.
What I liked: Tyler. He is elitist, non-conformist, snobbish, judgemental, and a coward. He wears ironic or vintage clothes, gets only organic food, shops only at mom&pop stores, listens only to indie music, and thinks he's individualistic. (But seriously, if every other "hipster" does that, how non-conformist and individualistic is it?) He also doesn't know where his place in the world is, and is just trying to figure out who he is...without labels. Or maybe completely conforming to labels. Tyler is also completely funny and a little clueless, and probably also ironic in a way that he doesn't mean to be. David understands Tyler, and likes him, just as he is. And if Tyler doesn't know who that is just yet, David is fine with that. I liked the actual growth in relationship between Tyler and David, and Tyler and his brother. Tyler actually grew up a little, and came to realize that it doesn't really matter what label other people try to give you, it's how you see yourself that really matters. If you feel as though a label fits you, then that's what you can be. If not, you don't have to actually be a hipster, you can be a hipster who also does this, or likes that.
What I didn't like: even though I liked seeing Rell and Crowley again, it felt as though their story took away a little from David's and Tyler's story, which I was really interested in.
December 19, 2016
*Copy provided to Bayou Book Junkie by Dreamspinner Press for my reading pleasure in hopes of an unbiased opinion, a review was not a requirement.*
The 12 Days of Hipster is Book 2 in The Avona Tales series where we learn more about Tyler. Tyler, Crowley and Averell are all sharing a small apartment. Crowley and Averell are a big part of this book, so I would definitely recommend reading the series in the appropriate order.
Tyler is every personification of hipster that anyone has ever thought of, but he refuses to add gay or bisexual to that cliche. He's insulted that he's just seen as hipster and nothing else, but he works hard at being this stereotype. Tyler hates to be labeled, though there isn't a person that he knows or sees that he doesn't immediately label. And he HATES his twin. Every person that comes in contact with Tyler is labeled and found wanting. David is attracted to Tyler, but Tyler refuses to get to know him because he's already labeled him a dumb jock.
David doesn't have time in his life for his attraction to Tyler. He's busy trying to impress his father and spends all him time running the store his father put him in charge of. He wants to make a success of the store to prove to his father he can do it, and then wants to hire someone to run it for him. Once given the chance, he works hard to prove to Tyler that he's more than a label.
I didn't like Tyler in Book 1 and that didn't change much throughout this book. I did feel sorry for him, especially when we learned what he's done to get his father's approval. David was a great guy, really likable and I wanted him to get his HEA! This book was not solely their story though. There were four POV's included, and this was just as much a HEA conclusion for Crowley and Averell as it was for Tyler and David. I loved Crowley and Averell but I would have liked a little more to make me like Tyler, too.
Rating: 4.0 stars
The 12 Days of Hipster is Book 2 in The Avona Tales series where we learn more about Tyler. Tyler, Crowley and Averell are all sharing a small apartment. Crowley and Averell are a big part of this book, so I would definitely recommend reading the series in the appropriate order.
Tyler is every personification of hipster that anyone has ever thought of, but he refuses to add gay or bisexual to that cliche. He's insulted that he's just seen as hipster and nothing else, but he works hard at being this stereotype. Tyler hates to be labeled, though there isn't a person that he knows or sees that he doesn't immediately label. And he HATES his twin. Every person that comes in contact with Tyler is labeled and found wanting. David is attracted to Tyler, but Tyler refuses to get to know him because he's already labeled him a dumb jock.
David doesn't have time in his life for his attraction to Tyler. He's busy trying to impress his father and spends all him time running the store his father put him in charge of. He wants to make a success of the store to prove to his father he can do it, and then wants to hire someone to run it for him. Once given the chance, he works hard to prove to Tyler that he's more than a label.
I didn't like Tyler in Book 1 and that didn't change much throughout this book. I did feel sorry for him, especially when we learned what he's done to get his father's approval. David was a great guy, really likable and I wanted him to get his HEA! This book was not solely their story though. There were four POV's included, and this was just as much a HEA conclusion for Crowley and Averell as it was for Tyler and David. I loved Crowley and Averell but I would have liked a little more to make me like Tyler, too.
Rating: 4.0 stars
December 11, 2016
4.5 stars- Weirdly awesome
". . .All right now I'm being a liar. I like you. Serious present tense. I think your facial hair looks ridiculous and you smell weird-"
"Hey now."
" I can't help it. I have no idea what that cologne is but it's dreadful."
"I got it at a vintage shop."
"It's turned, bro"
The best way I can sum up this holiday read is quirky. There were times I thought it clung too much to the clichés it was making light of (holidays and hipsters mainly), but then I found myself smiling and laughing. A lot. There were times I found the pacing awkward or the characters one dimensional, but then realized it was hard to put the book down for long. Looking back I have 21 quotes highlighted, and those were just my very favorites. The dialogue was often rapid fire and fun, keeping the story on track and me invested. I liked all the characters, the main and secondary characters were all a tad eccentric and occasionally over the top, but they made it entertaining. While the main characters did develop, it just wasn't a deep sort of book. The outings, road trips, and odd scenarios added to the fun and lightness. The romance(s) were honest and sweet with some sexy dollops on top. Clearly, even though I had a few issues with the mechanics, I immensely enjoyed this read.
The 12 Days of Hipster is technically the second in the series, and while we catch up with the couple featured in the first book, it works perfectly as a standalone. In fact, I'll likely go back now and read that book if I get a chance before the holidays end. I'll definitely read more from this author, and will be reading this book again next Christmas. If you want some levity and happiness this holiday season and love to laugh, I recommend picking up this book.
". . .All right now I'm being a liar. I like you. Serious present tense. I think your facial hair looks ridiculous and you smell weird-"
"Hey now."
" I can't help it. I have no idea what that cologne is but it's dreadful."
"I got it at a vintage shop."
"It's turned, bro"
The best way I can sum up this holiday read is quirky. There were times I thought it clung too much to the clichés it was making light of (holidays and hipsters mainly), but then I found myself smiling and laughing. A lot. There were times I found the pacing awkward or the characters one dimensional, but then realized it was hard to put the book down for long. Looking back I have 21 quotes highlighted, and those were just my very favorites. The dialogue was often rapid fire and fun, keeping the story on track and me invested. I liked all the characters, the main and secondary characters were all a tad eccentric and occasionally over the top, but they made it entertaining. While the main characters did develop, it just wasn't a deep sort of book. The outings, road trips, and odd scenarios added to the fun and lightness. The romance(s) were honest and sweet with some sexy dollops on top. Clearly, even though I had a few issues with the mechanics, I immensely enjoyed this read.
The 12 Days of Hipster is technically the second in the series, and while we catch up with the couple featured in the first book, it works perfectly as a standalone. In fact, I'll likely go back now and read that book if I get a chance before the holidays end. I'll definitely read more from this author, and will be reading this book again next Christmas. If you want some levity and happiness this holiday season and love to laugh, I recommend picking up this book.
February 19, 2017
This was an enjoyable sequel to Bowl Full of Cherries, focusing on Tyler, Rell's hipster twin brother. Previous to Bowl Full of Cherries, David had asked Tyler out on a date that had ended with Tyler freaking out and leaving via the fire escape. Fast forward a year, and Tyler's life is now filled with Rell and Crowley living in the apartment with him and fate jumping in to insure that David keeps popping up unexpectedly in his life.
David is a gem. He is kind, understanding, and oh so patient. He has never lost that attraction to the person he knows is underneath all that hipster snark Tyler puts out into the world. He doesn't give up, and Tyler can't help but be drawn to him. Tyler mellows in this book, losing some of his pretentiousness that rubbed me the wrong way in Bowl Full of Cherries.
And we have more Crowley and Rell, too, getting some chapters from their POV.
David is a gem. He is kind, understanding, and oh so patient. He has never lost that attraction to the person he knows is underneath all that hipster snark Tyler puts out into the world. He doesn't give up, and Tyler can't help but be drawn to him. Tyler mellows in this book, losing some of his pretentiousness that rubbed me the wrong way in Bowl Full of Cherries.
And we have more Crowley and Rell, too, getting some chapters from their POV.
July 2, 2017
12 Days of Hipster by Raine O’Tierney is a contemporary, holiday second-chance romance. Tyler Lang bailed on his date with David Griffith last year, and yet, David can’t get Tyler off of his mind. Their inexplicable bond is tested through family trials on both sides.
12 Days of Hipster is a well-written romantic story. In the beginning, I was not a fan of Tyler. He was portrayed as a self-important jerk, who wasn’t mature enough to appreciate someone as hardworking as David. However, after they got together, Tyler really stepped up and supported David when he needed. So, I was able to forgive his earlier immaturity.
O’Tierney weaves a sweet tale about love, growth, and family the role of family in adulthood in 12 Days of Hipster. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a “light” read, as long as they’re willing to suspend their disbelief more than usual.
Reviewed by Liz Cat for Crystal's Many Reviewers
Copy provided for review
12 Days of Hipster is a well-written romantic story. In the beginning, I was not a fan of Tyler. He was portrayed as a self-important jerk, who wasn’t mature enough to appreciate someone as hardworking as David. However, after they got together, Tyler really stepped up and supported David when he needed. So, I was able to forgive his earlier immaturity.
O’Tierney weaves a sweet tale about love, growth, and family the role of family in adulthood in 12 Days of Hipster. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a “light” read, as long as they’re willing to suspend their disbelief more than usual.
Reviewed by Liz Cat for Crystal's Many Reviewers
Copy provided for review
December 6, 2017
Well, after reading and loving Bowl Full of Cherries I was excited to read Tyler's story! Unfortunately, I didn't love it. I loved David, but I never really warmed up to Tyler in this story. I loved catching up with Rell and Crowley, but I think there was too much of them and not enough David and Tyler. The epilogue was much needed since they but I have no idea how far into the future it takes place.
December 18, 2016
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Rating 5 stars out of 5
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From that review "Wow, how did I miss this series from Raine O'Tierney? The 12 Days of Hipster is the second story in The Avona Tales and now I'm playing catchup because I love, loved this book! Not only did the author give me one of the most enjoyable tales this December but she also introduced this fellow Christmas music "whore" to the wonderful lyrics and melodies of The Winter Sounds. Be still my heart. This story moves to their music!.."
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Rating 5 stars out of 5
For the full review, visit http://wp.me/p220KL-964 on 12/19
From that review "Wow, how did I miss this series from Raine O'Tierney? The 12 Days of Hipster is the second story in The Avona Tales and now I'm playing catchup because I love, loved this book! Not only did the author give me one of the most enjoyable tales this December but she also introduced this fellow Christmas music "whore" to the wonderful lyrics and melodies of The Winter Sounds. Be still my heart. This story moves to their music!.."
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February 13, 2017
3.5 I really like Rell but that probably doesn't count since this isn't really his book. The MCs of this book are mostly likeable and I enjoy visiting with all of them, including secondary characters again. I was looking forward to this book for over a year so maybe I had my expectations too high. The one thing that bugged me and pulled me out of the story is that logically I knew this was supposed to be set in NY but it felt like it would have been more realistically set in Europe, I'm not sure why since I've not been to either place. I'm not sorry I read it but I am not blown away either. I'd probably be okay if that was the end of visiting them.
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February 13, 2017 2 stars
I Liked the first one better in The Avona Tales
I Loved David but I had trouble with even liking Tyler I just didn't understand why David was attracted to him in the first place.
I really had to struggle to finish this one.
It felt more a continue of Owl and Rell's story mixed with the beginning of David's&Tyler's .
I really wanted to like it but I guess this one was just not for me.
I Liked the first one better in The Avona Tales
I Loved David but I had trouble with even liking Tyler I just didn't understand why David was attracted to him in the first place.
I really had to struggle to finish this one.
It felt more a continue of Owl and Rell's story mixed with the beginning of David's&Tyler's .
I really wanted to like it but I guess this one was just not for me.
March 23, 2017
4.5 stars
Tyler managed to hover between obnoxious and adorable throughout. Although sometimes he was a jerk, he was not malicious about it, and his vulnerability made me want to curse his father who exploited it to a thousands death. David was a good match for Tyler, and I'd like to read more about Crowley & Rell plus David & Tyler after this. Also, I want a non-horrible father in this seriea while the horrible fathers go to hell.
Tyler managed to hover between obnoxious and adorable throughout. Although sometimes he was a jerk, he was not malicious about it, and his vulnerability made me want to curse his father who exploited it to a thousands death. David was a good match for Tyler, and I'd like to read more about Crowley & Rell plus David & Tyler after this. Also, I want a non-horrible father in this seriea while the horrible fathers go to hell.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 18, 2018
The 2nd book in the series - you don't have to read the first one (I guess) but you really should as it explains a lot of things and the characters are all intertwined and wonderful. Definitely on my holiday-to-be-read-again list! (Although they are so "feel good" and funny you could read them at any time.)
November 29, 2017
I liked David, but Tyler was hard to take. And we got to see more of Crowley and Rell, which was cool. Once again Crowley is the likeable one, and Rell can be challenging at times. Basically Tyler and Rell are exhausting at least half the time.
December 26, 2016
What's with the bird on the cover tho....
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December 31, 2016DNF at 60%
No rating
The neverending dialogues about indie music was really boring to me :(
Also the story was really hard to believe ~ Can´t feel any conection here sorry
No rating
The neverending dialogues about indie music was really boring to me :(
Also the story was really hard to believe ~ Can´t feel any conection here sorry
December 31, 2016
Review to come
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