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Smart Tass
From New York Times Bestseller Mimi Jean Pamfiloff comes SMART TASS, a new Romantic Comedy.
He’s the hot quarterback all the girls want.
She’s the smart girl he loves to pick on.
And now that they’re all grown up, things are about to get geekin’ ugly…
My name is Tass. I’m smart, I’m driven, and I am determined not to let prankster Hunter Johnson continue raining on my parade. When we were little, he’d pull my hair and call me names. When we were teenagers, he’d throw food and tease me for being a flat-chested virgin.
But now that we’ve ended up at the same college, he’s out of his hot head if he thinks he can keep messing with my life. It’s like he’s fixated on me or something. Well, guess what, Mr. Amazefootball? I’m not that geeky little girl anymore and you do not screw with a smart woman.
So what’s my plan?
It’s definitely wild, and he’s about to find out…
He’s the hot quarterback all the girls want.
She’s the smart girl he loves to pick on.
And now that they’re all grown up, things are about to get geekin’ ugly…
My name is Tass. I’m smart, I’m driven, and I am determined not to let prankster Hunter Johnson continue raining on my parade. When we were little, he’d pull my hair and call me names. When we were teenagers, he’d throw food and tease me for being a flat-chested virgin.
But now that we’ve ended up at the same college, he’s out of his hot head if he thinks he can keep messing with my life. It’s like he’s fixated on me or something. Well, guess what, Mr. Amazefootball? I’m not that geeky little girl anymore and you do not screw with a smart woman.
So what’s my plan?
It’s definitely wild, and he’s about to find out…
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MIMI JEAN PAMFILOFF is a New York Times bestselling author who writes insane plot twists that will have you burning through the pages. Whether it’s Romance, Suspense/Thriller, or Fantasy, there are always big heroes to root for, smart and resourceful heroines, and a ton of heart pumping excitement in every story.
Mimi lives with her extremely patient husband (“Be right there! Just one more page, honey!”), two pirates-in-training (their boys), and their three spunky dragons (really, just very tiny dogs with big attitudes) Snowy, Mini, and Mack, in the vampire-unfriendly state of Arizona.
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MIMI JEAN PAMFILOFF is a New York Times bestselling author who writes insane plot twists that will have you burning through the pages. Whether it’s Romance, Suspense/Thriller, or Fantasy, there are always big heroes to root for, smart and resourceful heroines, and a ton of heart pumping excitement in every story.
Mimi lives with her extremely patient husband (“Be right there! Just one more page, honey!”), two pirates-in-training (their boys), and their three spunky dragons (really, just very tiny dogs with big attitudes) Snowy, Mini, and Mack, in the vampire-unfriendly state of Arizona.
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August 14, 2017
Smart Tass is book one in the OHellNo series by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff. I’ve been a fan of Mimi Jean’s books forever. She never fails to amaze me with each new book or series. They are all so unique to one another, each one a complete new adventure. Such is the case with this new series. It is fun, yet has a serious side. It’s a little bit sexy and a lotta bit sassy.
Tassie Summerset comes from a family of academic over achievers. Both her parents and her older brother have accomplished great things. Now it’s her turn. She is weighted down with pressure to carry on the family torch. Her entire life Tassie’s family has lived next door to the Johnson family. Their son, Hunter is her age. Before they were school age, they were best friends. Then came the first day of kindergarten and everything changed. For the next thirteen years Hunter made her life a nightmare with teasing and taunting. Tassie looked forward to college and getting away from Hunter, until he chose the same college as she did, Austin U.
Hunter Johnson, aka Hunt, became a football star in high school and is now the starting quarterback for their college team. The man is solid muscle and heads turn when he walks by.
Tassie is expected to follow her mother’s footsteps and get into the Tri Kappa Sorority House. But the most recent prank of Hunter’s has put her acceptance in grave danger. So Tassie has a plan to get him back. Let the games begin.
As Tassie and Hunter circle each other in their never ending battle, truths begin to come out. Tassie has remembered things one way, her way. Her memory has left out some things. Is it possible that the ongoing problems between them are partly her fault as well? And Tassie’s roommate has a theory. That when a boy bothers you, it usually means he likes you. Could it be possible that all along, Hunter was just trying to get her attention. That he was into her?
Lines were definitely crossed in the battle between these two. I actually worried that the damage was too much. But even though Hunter did some despicable things, when the truth came out, I fell in love with him.
I loved this book but if I had one tiny little complaint, it’s that the whole book is told from Tassie’s point of view. Oh how I wanted to hear what Hunter was thinking. As always, though, Mimi Jean has managed to entertain me, make me smile and sigh and swoon and just make my day better. I am so excited to read the next book, Oh Henry, which is Tassie’s roommate Elle’s story, and Henry, Hunters friend and fellow football player. I can’t wait to see what Mimi has in store for these two.
Tassie Summerset comes from a family of academic over achievers. Both her parents and her older brother have accomplished great things. Now it’s her turn. She is weighted down with pressure to carry on the family torch. Her entire life Tassie’s family has lived next door to the Johnson family. Their son, Hunter is her age. Before they were school age, they were best friends. Then came the first day of kindergarten and everything changed. For the next thirteen years Hunter made her life a nightmare with teasing and taunting. Tassie looked forward to college and getting away from Hunter, until he chose the same college as she did, Austin U.
Hunter Johnson, aka Hunt, became a football star in high school and is now the starting quarterback for their college team. The man is solid muscle and heads turn when he walks by.
Tassie is expected to follow her mother’s footsteps and get into the Tri Kappa Sorority House. But the most recent prank of Hunter’s has put her acceptance in grave danger. So Tassie has a plan to get him back. Let the games begin.
As Tassie and Hunter circle each other in their never ending battle, truths begin to come out. Tassie has remembered things one way, her way. Her memory has left out some things. Is it possible that the ongoing problems between them are partly her fault as well? And Tassie’s roommate has a theory. That when a boy bothers you, it usually means he likes you. Could it be possible that all along, Hunter was just trying to get her attention. That he was into her?
Lines were definitely crossed in the battle between these two. I actually worried that the damage was too much. But even though Hunter did some despicable things, when the truth came out, I fell in love with him.
I loved this book but if I had one tiny little complaint, it’s that the whole book is told from Tassie’s point of view. Oh how I wanted to hear what Hunter was thinking. As always, though, Mimi Jean has managed to entertain me, make me smile and sigh and swoon and just make my day better. I am so excited to read the next book, Oh Henry, which is Tassie’s roommate Elle’s story, and Henry, Hunters friend and fellow football player. I can’t wait to see what Mimi has in store for these two.
January 6, 2022
Currently (1/2021) 99c https://amzn.to/2FiqWr1Brains beat brawn every time."
What could be better and a hot jock and a sassy nerd falling in love? A jock and nerd who make me laugh, smirk and in the end leave me with a huge smile and a story with a great moral at the end!
Snart Tass is a standalone college football romance by Mimi Jean Pamfiloff. It’s book #1 of the Oh Hell No series. Sub-genres: Enemies to lovers
November 18, 2018
Got to be honest here this wasn't my favourite of this authors work.
Maybe because this was New Adult which really isn't usually my thing.
But I think my main issue here may have been that I wasn't really that keen on either main character.
I just found them not that likeable and because of this, I wasn't really that invested in their overall outcome together.
This is at its heart enemies to lovers type scenario.
Or in this case, childish juvenile behaviour all through adolescence continuing into adulthood.
Somebody ought to have knocked these two heads together years ago.
And the parents really should have staged an intervention at some point.
So yeh I could have forgiven all misdemeanours here if this had then redeemed itself in college: but the same mistakes were being repeated over and over again by two kids playing at being grown-ups.
They never seemed to learn and they were both as bad as the other.
I also couldn't understand how Tass was so mad at Hunter over his bet: forgive me for misinterpreting but wasn't that the original plan?
Why then turn around and act like the wronged party: was it only ok until she decided to do the deed: then the rules are changed.
Look this was amusing and had its moments just not enough for me to turn a blind eye to the characters childish antics.
So yeh this had its good and bad points just a shame the characters were not more likeable: if they had been I probably would have rated this much higher.
Again as I would expect from this author this was a fabulously well-written read: really can't fault it on that.
I voluntary reviewed an Arc of Smart Tass (OHellNo, #1)
All opinions expressed here are entirely my own.
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June 20, 2018
Ahhh, revenge, a dish best served cold, right? To make it sweeter, Tass thinks she is finally going to get the upper hand in her lifelong dysfunctional relationship with hot jock Hunter Johnson. Too bad our little genius forgot that her heart would become part of the equation and just maybe there is more to “the Hunt” than rock hard abs, a pair of gorgeous eyes and a penchant for driving her crazy with his antics!
Mimi Jean Pamfiloff is the creator extraordinaire of SMART TASS the opening salvo in the OHellNo romantic comedy series! ‘Nuff said, right?
Quirky characters, awkward moments and a lifetime of interaction of the not-so-romantic kind will come to a head of epic proportions in college as Tass and Hunter find themselves exposed to the truth! Told through Tass’s snarky voice, I laughed a lot, sometimes having a chuckle break through two pages later! And Hunter? Um, he really wasn’t quite the Neanderthal Tass saw him as!
Pages and pages of fun, light-hearted reading nestled within a cast of characters that are priceless! Let go of reality, live this tale, shake your head and be thoroughly entertained! Then think back to YOUR younger years, whatever happened to the kid who tormented you mercilessly? Did you ever get paybacks? How'd that work out for you?
Series: OHellNo - Book 1
Publisher: Mimi Boutique (April 11, 2017)
Publication Date: April 11, 2017
Genre: Romantic Comedy | NA
Print Length: 236 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
Mimi Jean Pamfiloff is the creator extraordinaire of SMART TASS the opening salvo in the OHellNo romantic comedy series! ‘Nuff said, right?
Quirky characters, awkward moments and a lifetime of interaction of the not-so-romantic kind will come to a head of epic proportions in college as Tass and Hunter find themselves exposed to the truth! Told through Tass’s snarky voice, I laughed a lot, sometimes having a chuckle break through two pages later! And Hunter? Um, he really wasn’t quite the Neanderthal Tass saw him as!
Pages and pages of fun, light-hearted reading nestled within a cast of characters that are priceless! Let go of reality, live this tale, shake your head and be thoroughly entertained! Then think back to YOUR younger years, whatever happened to the kid who tormented you mercilessly? Did you ever get paybacks? How'd that work out for you?
Series: OHellNo - Book 1
Publisher: Mimi Boutique (April 11, 2017)
Publication Date: April 11, 2017
Genre: Romantic Comedy | NA
Print Length: 236 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
August 21, 2017
1 - "Don’t you think this is a little extreme.." Star.
DNF
I tried, I really did, I generally like these types of books, and the other novel I read by this author was a five star read for me, but I know the title is a little word play but Smart Tass would have been much better titled Dumb (T)ass not quite as catchy, but sums up our heroine perfectly in my opinion, because for a supposedly highly intelligent College gal, she acts like an absolute idiot for the portion of the book I read.
Brains beat brawn every time.
I think what was supposed to come over a witty inner monologue and jokey verbal banter actually came over as bitchy, judgey and generally dislikeable. Constantly harping on about how uber intelligent you are, while acting oh so stupidly cliché didn't help me like our deluded heroine much either really.
"You’re my nerd."
I’ll be honest and say by the time I gave up we hadn’t had much interaction with Hunter Johnson, although from what I had read you could very much tell he is the type of guy that tries to prove his interest in a girl by pulling on her pigtails imaginary or not, if you know what I mean, but I definitely think with Tass’s highly intelligent seduction plan he would absolutely be better off going with the generic blond bimbette-fratgirl-cheerleader that our heroine is so disdainful of.
Not for me on this occasion, an ARC was provided via Netgalley and I am sorry I cannot provide a more positive review.
DNF
I tried, I really did, I generally like these types of books, and the other novel I read by this author was a five star read for me, but I know the title is a little word play but Smart Tass would have been much better titled Dumb (T)ass not quite as catchy, but sums up our heroine perfectly in my opinion, because for a supposedly highly intelligent College gal, she acts like an absolute idiot for the portion of the book I read.
Brains beat brawn every time.
I think what was supposed to come over a witty inner monologue and jokey verbal banter actually came over as bitchy, judgey and generally dislikeable. Constantly harping on about how uber intelligent you are, while acting oh so stupidly cliché didn't help me like our deluded heroine much either really.
"You’re my nerd."
I’ll be honest and say by the time I gave up we hadn’t had much interaction with Hunter Johnson, although from what I had read you could very much tell he is the type of guy that tries to prove his interest in a girl by pulling on her pigtails imaginary or not, if you know what I mean, but I definitely think with Tass’s highly intelligent seduction plan he would absolutely be better off going with the generic blond bimbette-fratgirl-cheerleader that our heroine is so disdainful of.
Not for me on this occasion, an ARC was provided via Netgalley and I am sorry I cannot provide a more positive review.
October 5, 2017
4.5 Nerdy Stars!
I love me a good nerd book! Hunter and Tass have a love/hate relationship. Growing up as neighbors has put them in close proximity all through school. Hunter is the popular jock and Tass is the snarky nerd girl. It’s a classic case of boy picks on girl, girl snarls at boy.
If living next to each other isn’t enough, they both get scholarships to the same college and Tass finds that she can’t get away from Hunter. Things come to a head when Rush week for both Tass and Hunter finally brings out the truth behind their childhood animosity.
For the most part this book was fun and light. I enjoyed Tass as the snarky nerd and I loved Hunter’s constant taunting of his nerd princess. Their banter was entertaining. We also got to see a bit of Elle and Henry together. It looks like where this book leaves off, will pick right up with Elle and Henry in book 2. I’m looking forward to it! ARC provided by NetGalley.
I love me a good nerd book! Hunter and Tass have a love/hate relationship. Growing up as neighbors has put them in close proximity all through school. Hunter is the popular jock and Tass is the snarky nerd girl. It’s a classic case of boy picks on girl, girl snarls at boy.
If living next to each other isn’t enough, they both get scholarships to the same college and Tass finds that she can’t get away from Hunter. Things come to a head when Rush week for both Tass and Hunter finally brings out the truth behind their childhood animosity.
For the most part this book was fun and light. I enjoyed Tass as the snarky nerd and I loved Hunter’s constant taunting of his nerd princess. Their banter was entertaining. We also got to see a bit of Elle and Henry together. It looks like where this book leaves off, will pick right up with Elle and Henry in book 2. I’m looking forward to it! ARC provided by NetGalley.
September 18, 2018
This book was such a surprise to me. I've read and enjoyed a couple of books by Mimi. It's been a little while and I'm so glad that I picked this up.
The book cover fooled me. A little cartoonish silhouette of the heroine had me thinking Chick Lit.
This is NOT Chick Lit. I would say NA. The time period is college- first year.
Tassie and Hunter grew up next door to each other. They are as different as night and day.
Tassie is really super smart and quirky. Hunter is a star quarterback of their college football team.
They are each other's nemesis. Hunter constantly teases Tassie. She's determined to not let him get to her.
She has some wacky, dorky come backs. Hunter never stops trying. Tassie is always on her guard.
Normally I hate bullying stories. In reality it sometimes ends badly. No worries in this story. It's pretty benign stuff. Tassie is very funny. Tassie is not a stereotype nerd super brain. She wears cute clothes (with her big glasses).
"Honestly, I think it's the number one stereotype I hear-smart girls aren't feminine. That we don't like girly things or wear makeup or skirts or watch romantic movies. Not true. Some do. Some don't. Everyone's different. But its never made sense to me that just because you dream of giving cold fusion to the masses or want to be the queen of terraforming on Mars , that you're instantly not a woman or can't be sexy?"
She pledges for a sorority. Tassie's (intellectually elite) sorority has an adversarial relationship with Hunter's fraternity.
Tassie and Hunter call a truce to help each achieve their goals.
They are more and more friendly to each other. Is it for just appearance sake? Tassie isn't sure.
The POV is first person Tassie. In this case, I liked that. I was naturally on Tassie's side, but Hunter's true nature and motivation is kept from the reader until near the end.
Assumptions assumptions. What was the bully thinking? Why was Hunter bullying Tassie? Was it really bullying?
Why did Hunter sometimes help Tassie?
I gradually got on Team Hunter & also Team Tassie. She's just so cute. The heat turned up- now Team Tassie and Hunter.
The big misunderstanding confused me a little. Tassie had a lot to learn. She did learn. Assumptions assumptions.They were thrown out the window. Even the parents grew a little
Tassie's roommate Elle was a really great supportive friend. Tassie was in awe of Elle's even higher IQ. Elle is having some seriously sad things to go through. Tassie and Elle are 1st year roommates, but they're good friends from the start and are great at supporting each other.
Elle's book is next. I'll be reading it. 4.95 stars. No epilogue. A little longer than a novella length. So entertaining all the way through. I laughed a lot, but also loved that NOW Hunter and Tessie really try to figure each other out- especially after knowing each other since they were 5 years old and living right next door. I love this author's style of writing. I received an ARC from NetGalley, but I would have bought it. $.99 on Amazon.
The book cover fooled me. A little cartoonish silhouette of the heroine had me thinking Chick Lit.
This is NOT Chick Lit. I would say NA. The time period is college- first year.
Tassie and Hunter grew up next door to each other. They are as different as night and day.
Tassie is really super smart and quirky. Hunter is a star quarterback of their college football team.
They are each other's nemesis. Hunter constantly teases Tassie. She's determined to not let him get to her.
She has some wacky, dorky come backs. Hunter never stops trying. Tassie is always on her guard.
Normally I hate bullying stories. In reality it sometimes ends badly. No worries in this story. It's pretty benign stuff. Tassie is very funny. Tassie is not a stereotype nerd super brain. She wears cute clothes (with her big glasses).
"Honestly, I think it's the number one stereotype I hear-smart girls aren't feminine. That we don't like girly things or wear makeup or skirts or watch romantic movies. Not true. Some do. Some don't. Everyone's different. But its never made sense to me that just because you dream of giving cold fusion to the masses or want to be the queen of terraforming on Mars , that you're instantly not a woman or can't be sexy?"
She pledges for a sorority. Tassie's (intellectually elite) sorority has an adversarial relationship with Hunter's fraternity.
Tassie and Hunter call a truce to help each achieve their goals.
They are more and more friendly to each other. Is it for just appearance sake? Tassie isn't sure.
The POV is first person Tassie. In this case, I liked that. I was naturally on Tassie's side, but Hunter's true nature and motivation is kept from the reader until near the end.
Assumptions assumptions. What was the bully thinking? Why was Hunter bullying Tassie? Was it really bullying?
Why did Hunter sometimes help Tassie?
I gradually got on Team Hunter & also Team Tassie. She's just so cute. The heat turned up- now Team Tassie and Hunter.
The big misunderstanding confused me a little. Tassie had a lot to learn. She did learn. Assumptions assumptions.They were thrown out the window. Even the parents grew a little
Tassie's roommate Elle was a really great supportive friend. Tassie was in awe of Elle's even higher IQ. Elle is having some seriously sad things to go through. Tassie and Elle are 1st year roommates, but they're good friends from the start and are great at supporting each other.
Elle's book is next. I'll be reading it. 4.95 stars. No epilogue. A little longer than a novella length. So entertaining all the way through. I laughed a lot, but also loved that NOW Hunter and Tessie really try to figure each other out- especially after knowing each other since they were 5 years old and living right next door. I love this author's style of writing. I received an ARC from NetGalley, but I would have bought it. $.99 on Amazon.
August 26, 2017
A jock & a nerdy chick?!
One would think, for those who like this kind of trope, as I do, in fact...that there's nothing there that could go wrong in fulfilling this equation...
And yet again...I m here thinking...
Fuck, how the hell can you pull the heroine to look like a hateful little snob thinking she's actually the one being bullied by the jock...well, sure she is, but he s not the only one to blame for that, in this love/hate charade...and you still end up disliking the chick?! And actually root for the bully! *gasps*
The whole 'I hate to love you' thing was awkward at times and then there were times I liked their banter...but all in all too much overboard drama with unconvincing heroine to pull off all the transformation from hate to love awareness!
Too bad, it could have been better...way better...😒
April 14, 2017
4.25 Stars
Tass (Did I miss an explanation on her name) and Hunter Johnson have known each other since pre-school. They are neighbors, started kindergarten together, graduated together, and now they are freshman at the same college on different scholarships. Tass is the brainiac and Hunter is the athlete, and while the romantic set up, a nerd vs. jock love/hate romance, has been done many times before, the climax-conflict is fairly predictable, and there’s a little suspension of disbelief required; there are sufficient reveals in the story to keep you guessing, the writing is smooth, and the characters are engaging. (I was up reading way past my bedtime).
“I have no sex life because school is my boyfriend and science is my lover.”
Told via Tass’s sole first person POV, Tass is a dedicated book worm, but she’s no shy wallflower. It’s always refreshing to get a cleaver, strong, and determined heroine. Tass dishes it out as much as she takes it.
“It’s just my athletic supporter…But who knows what’s underneath it? Could be just as firm.”
Hunter’s the outgoing, show-off jock on the outside, but it isn’t hard to see the vulnerable interior he also sports. I really found him cute with more integrity than he let on and much to offer once he came into his own.
Hunter and Tass get a major A in chemistry! Their interactions even when tormenting each other elicit sexual tension, and under their humorous banter is a strong spark. But Tass and Hunter’s insults, pranks, and torments are coming to a head and how they really feel about each other and whether they know it or not is the game that must be played out.
All in all, I liked both characters and the supporting ones as well. As new adult characters they are realistically flawed, influenced by their peers and parents, and confined by their social structures. There’s a bit of a coming of age element as the duo wrestle with their feelings, identity, and self-awareness. And while there is some drama of their own making, the tone isn’t angsty and the narrative stays light-hearted making it an enjoyable read. The themes of stereotyping, appearances can be deceiving, and judging are strong, but they provide a relevant message.
Now about the fornicating…it was hot and there’s plenty of build up, making you root for them to finally let their sexual frustrations out.
“From the first pop of a button, I can see the dark, course hair inside. Another pop and the base of his cock. I am transfixed by the raw maleness of his body and the immediate sexual need it provokes.”
But…the story needed more of it, and just when I thought we were getting another go-round, it ends abruptly. So I’m breaking out my puppy dog eyes and begging the author—paweeze write at least a novella HEA for these two from Hunter’s POV.
Smart Tass is the first book in the OHellNo series. The next book features Hunter’s friend Henry and Tass’s roommate Elle.
This title was purchased via Amazon. All reviews written by Book-Bosomed Book Blog are honest, unbiased opinions.
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Tass (Did I miss an explanation on her name) and Hunter Johnson have known each other since pre-school. They are neighbors, started kindergarten together, graduated together, and now they are freshman at the same college on different scholarships. Tass is the brainiac and Hunter is the athlete, and while the romantic set up, a nerd vs. jock love/hate romance, has been done many times before, the climax-conflict is fairly predictable, and there’s a little suspension of disbelief required; there are sufficient reveals in the story to keep you guessing, the writing is smooth, and the characters are engaging. (I was up reading way past my bedtime).
“I have no sex life because school is my boyfriend and science is my lover.”
Told via Tass’s sole first person POV, Tass is a dedicated book worm, but she’s no shy wallflower. It’s always refreshing to get a cleaver, strong, and determined heroine. Tass dishes it out as much as she takes it.
“It’s just my athletic supporter…But who knows what’s underneath it? Could be just as firm.”
Hunter’s the outgoing, show-off jock on the outside, but it isn’t hard to see the vulnerable interior he also sports. I really found him cute with more integrity than he let on and much to offer once he came into his own.
Hunter and Tass get a major A in chemistry! Their interactions even when tormenting each other elicit sexual tension, and under their humorous banter is a strong spark. But Tass and Hunter’s insults, pranks, and torments are coming to a head and how they really feel about each other and whether they know it or not is the game that must be played out.
All in all, I liked both characters and the supporting ones as well. As new adult characters they are realistically flawed, influenced by their peers and parents, and confined by their social structures. There’s a bit of a coming of age element as the duo wrestle with their feelings, identity, and self-awareness. And while there is some drama of their own making, the tone isn’t angsty and the narrative stays light-hearted making it an enjoyable read. The themes of stereotyping, appearances can be deceiving, and judging are strong, but they provide a relevant message.
Now about the fornicating…it was hot and there’s plenty of build up, making you root for them to finally let their sexual frustrations out.
“From the first pop of a button, I can see the dark, course hair inside. Another pop and the base of his cock. I am transfixed by the raw maleness of his body and the immediate sexual need it provokes.”
But…the story needed more of it, and just when I thought we were getting another go-round, it ends abruptly. So I’m breaking out my puppy dog eyes and begging the author—paweeze write at least a novella HEA for these two from Hunter’s POV.
Smart Tass is the first book in the OHellNo series. The next book features Hunter’s friend Henry and Tass’s roommate Elle.
This title was purchased via Amazon. All reviews written by Book-Bosomed Book Blog are honest, unbiased opinions.
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May 3, 2017
3.5 ★'s
I really enjoyed Ms. Pamfiloff's Fugly series and the way she spun something different so I was interested in what she would bring to the table with this one.
This is a new adult series and the H/h are both in college. We find out that they grew up together and were best friends at first and then things went downhill and stayed there.
Tass' family are geniuses so she has high standards to live up to, one of which is getting into the smart girl's sorority. Unfortunately, that falls through when she's taped being called out for being a virgin by Hunter. The Tri-Kapps hate the Alpha's, the fraternity that Hunter is trying to get into.
Tass and Hunter come up with a deal to work on together so they each can get into their respective fraternity/sorority. They are going to have a fake relationship and have fake sex and then a huge fake break up. The problem is they both get their feelings involved.
Tass was a pain. She wore me down going on and on about her family, how smart she was, blah, blah blah. BUT...I was sooo happy when her eyes were finally opening.
Hunter, he sort of comes off being this goofy jerk but then we find out so much more and I really loved that!
I thought the drama was a little weird and needed more of an explanation. The whole set of parents being involved was interesting but the make up was a little too easy.
However, besides the birthday present (again, a little too much), I was really getting into Tass and Hunter and then it ends!
And it ends with some drama from Tass' roommate/best friend, Elle. Her and Henry's book, Oh, Henry, is up next and I'm really looking forward to it!
I really enjoyed Ms. Pamfiloff's Fugly series and the way she spun something different so I was interested in what she would bring to the table with this one.
This is a new adult series and the H/h are both in college. We find out that they grew up together and were best friends at first and then things went downhill and stayed there.
Tass' family are geniuses so she has high standards to live up to, one of which is getting into the smart girl's sorority. Unfortunately, that falls through when she's taped being called out for being a virgin by Hunter. The Tri-Kapps hate the Alpha's, the fraternity that Hunter is trying to get into.
Tass and Hunter come up with a deal to work on together so they each can get into their respective fraternity/sorority. They are going to have a fake relationship and have fake sex and then a huge fake break up. The problem is they both get their feelings involved.
Tass was a pain. She wore me down going on and on about her family, how smart she was, blah, blah blah. BUT...I was sooo happy when her eyes were finally opening.
Hunter, he sort of comes off being this goofy jerk but then we find out so much more and I really loved that!
I thought the drama was a little weird and needed more of an explanation. The whole set of parents being involved was interesting but the make up was a little too easy.
However, besides the birthday present (again, a little too much), I was really getting into Tass and Hunter and then it ends!
And it ends with some drama from Tass' roommate/best friend, Elle. Her and Henry's book, Oh, Henry, is up next and I'm really looking forward to it!
June 13, 2018
Three and a half
I usually read this authors paranormal books but spotted this contemporary offering as a freebie and couldn't resist. Essentially it's a YA story about two students who have grown up as neighbours but have what you could almost describe as a love hate relationship. Tass is smart, privileged and trying oh so hard to be everything her parents want . Hunter is the quintessential 'jock' who has been the bane of her life but things are about to get even more complicated as frat house high jinks turn serious.
I really liked the smart heroine idea but unfortunately her incredible self belief almost ruined everything for me. Tass is what many describe as a nerd and Hunter actually refers to her as "my nerd " but she's so blinkered at times as to sound terribly judgemental to this reader. It's unfortunately a very fine line between defence and derision. This story which I freely admit held my attention focuses on snobbery as much as romance and it was so obvious that Hunter always liked and defended Tass although their juvenile antics did at times prevent actual adult conversation between them. I liked it and yet at the same time felt unsatisfied but I'm not the typical YA reader so please take my opinion with a huge pinch of salt.
I usually read this authors paranormal books but spotted this contemporary offering as a freebie and couldn't resist. Essentially it's a YA story about two students who have grown up as neighbours but have what you could almost describe as a love hate relationship. Tass is smart, privileged and trying oh so hard to be everything her parents want . Hunter is the quintessential 'jock' who has been the bane of her life but things are about to get even more complicated as frat house high jinks turn serious.
I really liked the smart heroine idea but unfortunately her incredible self belief almost ruined everything for me. Tass is what many describe as a nerd and Hunter actually refers to her as "my nerd " but she's so blinkered at times as to sound terribly judgemental to this reader. It's unfortunately a very fine line between defence and derision. This story which I freely admit held my attention focuses on snobbery as much as romance and it was so obvious that Hunter always liked and defended Tass although their juvenile antics did at times prevent actual adult conversation between them. I liked it and yet at the same time felt unsatisfied but I'm not the typical YA reader so please take my opinion with a huge pinch of salt.
February 23, 2021
This has been on my radar for a long time, but it just wasn’t the book for me.
Tass and Hunter clearly had some issues.......
”You deserved every bit of public humiliation.”
“Ohmygod. Are you out of your mind? You threw food at me. You had the entire school picking on me, making fun of my virginity and the fact I wasn’t pretty. You were cruel, Hunter. Fucking cruel to the bone.”
“What did I do to you?” I bite back.
”Geez, Tass. I don’t know,” he says like a giant smartass. “You try hearing you’re a stupid pea-brained dumb jock from the smartest person in school. And then you try going home and hearing the same bullshit from your father. I had him at night and you during the day. It’s a fucking miracle I didn’t jump off a goddamned bridge.”
Synopsis:
Hunter and Tass have been next door neighbors since preschool. They were best friends in preschool, but once they were in kindergarten something changed and for the next 13 years Hunter teased and tormented Tass while she made Hunter feel stupid and inferior. Now attending the same college, Tass and Hunter still greatly annoy each other but they discover they need to join forces to accomplish their goals.
This is the reader’s first introduction to Hunter and Tass in the college library with a ton of onlookers. I’ll just let this little scenario speak for itself......
- ”I just want to fuck you, Tass! I need a virgin!” Hunt yells out.”
- “But Hunter, did your concussion-warped mind forget? You already fucked me. You did it to me in kindergarten and every year of my life since.” Ewwws! and yucks erupt from the theater of onlookers. Yeah, I know I made it sound like he had sex with me when I was six. Nasty! And point for me. Tassie – 566. I go on, using a sweet, calm voice to twist the knife, “So now that we’ve established you’ve achieved your perverted goal, I think you should consider fucking yourself next. In that giant asshole of yours. Oh, but wait. Your shrimp dick won’t reach.” I make a pouty face and hold up my pinky. “Poor Hunter. But at least I’m technically still a virgin because of it, which allows me to be deflowered by a real man someday.” His cocky grin morphs into a flat pair of lips and twitching blue eyes. He’s pissed. Another point me. I sigh contentedly, turn, and exit the library. Brains beat brawn every time.”
If you love the above example, read the book. If you don’t, let this book pass you by, it’s not for you.
My Thoughts: The following are my thoughts about this book:
General:
- Trigger warning: there was some off page discussion of sexually assaulting a woman
- Setting: college campus (Austin U)
Characters:
Hunter (in college, quarterback of the football team):
* The following words/phrases were used to describe Hunter: tall, lean, football machine, turd, not shy, has sexual magnetism, stupid jock, protector
* Something to know about Hunter:
- Pledging the Alpha Phi “jock” fraternity
- His family has had some financial struggles recently
- Has secretly had a crush on Tass for years
* Tass had the following to say about Hunter:
- ”facts and memories flood my mind.....the fights I’ve overheard for years flowing out of their garage—so many strong, harsh words coming from his dad that I often wondered how he could manage a smile the next day. Stupid. Loser. Lazy. The kinds of words that would scar me for life if my father or mother ever said them aloud.”
Tass (in college, science geek majoring in bioengineering):
* The following words/phrases were used to describe Tass: strong, smart, overachiever, nerd, weak, flawed, vulnerable
* Something to know about Tass:
- she comes from an overachieving family. Her father is a software engineer who’s doing amazing things for global warming, her mother is an award-winning bioengineer working on a cure for cancer and at 29 her brother is a tech CEO and millionaire. Additionally it seems every aunt/uncle/cousin is a doctor or a scientist. Therefore, the pressure for her to succeed is immense. ”With my 3.99 GPA and full scholarship to a university that is not Harvard, Yale, or Princeton, I’m the black sheep of the Summerset clan.”
- She doesn’t allow anyone to acknowledge or celebrate her birthdays.....”I simply don’t like the idea of my body slowly degrading over the course of several decades. It’s depressing.”
- She is pledging Tri-Kappa and not getting in is NOT an option. ”I’ve wanted to be a Tri-Kapp since I was a little girl. My mother was a Tri-Kapp, and so were two Nobel Prize winners along with a slew of famous scientists. They are the most well thought of female brains in the world and are invaluable to my future—job recommendations, career networking, and grants.”
* A quote about Tass:
- “I reject push-up bras, oppressive dictatorships, and football—okay, basically any sport that pays its athletes millions of dollars while people go hungry. Intelligence is the only currency that matters.“
Story Thoughts:
- My first impression of Hunter was that he was a deplorable asshole. I wanted to kick him in the nut-sack. Hard!!
- Later on I really began to despise Tass. Her snobby, elitist attitude was horrendous.
- So together, their hateful, juvenile behavior throughout the last 13 years was disappointing. They were awful to each other and there wasn’t anything attractive about that.
- Midway through the story Tass began to recognize her horrible actions for what they were....she was a judgmental bitch. "Here I’d hated them for judging me, only to discover I was the hater, assuming all sorts of things. Maybe I’m not as smart as I thought."
- the “50 points to fuck a virgin” requirement for joining a fraternity was disgusting. The fact that the plot was written around this pledge requirement was appalling. Even if this happens in real life, why would I want to support a hero who looks for a way to get these points so that he can join this type of fraternity? ”The things these guys have done to score points is deplorable. Breaking windows on cars, stealing exams from professors, banging Gammas (as many as possible), and then there’s me. The top of the list. Bagging the unicorn, which is code for fucking the virginal Tri-Kapp with absolute proof.” So why would I root for a guy who wants to belong to that type of fraternity? 🤷♀️
- Tass’s “memory gap”.....huh??? What exactly happened to her memory? No good explanation here.
- If Hunter made an “agreement” that he wouldn’t tell as long they didn’t press charges, then why did Hunter’s dad have to “settle” with the other family? To me, Hunter should have gone to the cops and reported these guys to ensure the safety of other women. Staying quiet was the wrong choice, IMO. Everything around this aspect of the plot (memory loss 😏, financial aspect, keeping it quiet, etc.) was just off and didn’t make sense even when the pieces of the puzzle came together
- Why was Hunter both mean and protective? I get the “mean” behavior when you’re a little kid (it’s pulling the little girl’s pigtails when you have a crush on her). But then when you mature (somewhat) why don’t you have the balls to ask her out? And if she’s being a bitch to you why would you want to ask her out? So their whole relationship / dynamic just didn’t make sense to me.
Overview:
- POV: Told only from female POV and I Really needed H’s POV for this to make sense.
- Tropes: fake relationship, enemies to lovers
- H likable? Not in the beginning. In the middle he got better for me.
- h likable? In the beginning yes. Later on her actions made her seem like an elitist snob.
- h virgin? Yes
- First time they kiss: 73%
- First time they sleep together: 76%
- First time they say I Love You 96%
- steamy? Not much
- OW/OM drama? No
- H/h cheat? No
- Time apart? A few months
- Did I skip pages? No
- Big secrets? Hunter reveals something around 52% (the fact that Tass had no memory was hard to accept)
- Did I cry? No
- Did I laugh? No
- Did I swoon 🥰? No
- Cliffhanger? Kind of. It sets up the next book with a ......”to be continued” ending
- HEA? HFN
- Epilogue? No
- Recommend? No
Quotes
”The torture ranged from egging my window once a month and TPing my house (Hunt always denied involvement, of course, but I knew), to calling me names and throwing half-eaten sandwiches at our “geek table” during lunch. And I really couldn’t count how many times one of his cheerleader girlfriends snubbed me in the locker room because my body isn’t worthy of Playboy Magazine.”
“When we’d get to school, Hunt would always make sure to say something mean to me in front of his friends so everyone knew that while we rode in together, we were not friends.”
“All I need to do is dress like I have an IQ of a baked potato and pretend my self-esteem is hinged upon getting a man’s approval. How hard can that be?”
“A handful of days ago, I was no different than her—a hater. But now I know that being better than someone else doesn’t come from the brain; it comes from the heart. You can’t smart your way to goodness. You just can’t.”
“It’s okay to love someone who’s not like you.”
“I never felt sexy or dateable. I just felt awkward, like a nerdy little girl in a grown-up body.”
“I’ll make it clear for you: You’re a stuck-up little snot-nosed snob.”
”Snob?” I whisper.
”Yes, you’ve always looked down your nose at everyone. Including me.”
“You really pushed my buttons. I mean the pranks and the whole ‘you’re my nerd’ thing. You’re the king of psychological warfare.”
Tass and Hunter clearly had some issues.......
”You deserved every bit of public humiliation.”
“Ohmygod. Are you out of your mind? You threw food at me. You had the entire school picking on me, making fun of my virginity and the fact I wasn’t pretty. You were cruel, Hunter. Fucking cruel to the bone.”
“What did I do to you?” I bite back.
”Geez, Tass. I don’t know,” he says like a giant smartass. “You try hearing you’re a stupid pea-brained dumb jock from the smartest person in school. And then you try going home and hearing the same bullshit from your father. I had him at night and you during the day. It’s a fucking miracle I didn’t jump off a goddamned bridge.”
Synopsis:
Hunter and Tass have been next door neighbors since preschool. They were best friends in preschool, but once they were in kindergarten something changed and for the next 13 years Hunter teased and tormented Tass while she made Hunter feel stupid and inferior. Now attending the same college, Tass and Hunter still greatly annoy each other but they discover they need to join forces to accomplish their goals.
This is the reader’s first introduction to Hunter and Tass in the college library with a ton of onlookers. I’ll just let this little scenario speak for itself......
- ”I just want to fuck you, Tass! I need a virgin!” Hunt yells out.”
- “But Hunter, did your concussion-warped mind forget? You already fucked me. You did it to me in kindergarten and every year of my life since.” Ewwws! and yucks erupt from the theater of onlookers. Yeah, I know I made it sound like he had sex with me when I was six. Nasty! And point for me. Tassie – 566. I go on, using a sweet, calm voice to twist the knife, “So now that we’ve established you’ve achieved your perverted goal, I think you should consider fucking yourself next. In that giant asshole of yours. Oh, but wait. Your shrimp dick won’t reach.” I make a pouty face and hold up my pinky. “Poor Hunter. But at least I’m technically still a virgin because of it, which allows me to be deflowered by a real man someday.” His cocky grin morphs into a flat pair of lips and twitching blue eyes. He’s pissed. Another point me. I sigh contentedly, turn, and exit the library. Brains beat brawn every time.”
If you love the above example, read the book. If you don’t, let this book pass you by, it’s not for you.
My Thoughts: The following are my thoughts about this book:
General:
- Trigger warning: there was some off page discussion of sexually assaulting a woman
- Setting: college campus (Austin U)
Characters:
Hunter (in college, quarterback of the football team):
* The following words/phrases were used to describe Hunter: tall, lean, football machine, turd, not shy, has sexual magnetism, stupid jock, protector
* Something to know about Hunter:
- Pledging the Alpha Phi “jock” fraternity
- His family has had some financial struggles recently
- Has secretly had a crush on Tass for years
* Tass had the following to say about Hunter:
- ”facts and memories flood my mind.....the fights I’ve overheard for years flowing out of their garage—so many strong, harsh words coming from his dad that I often wondered how he could manage a smile the next day. Stupid. Loser. Lazy. The kinds of words that would scar me for life if my father or mother ever said them aloud.”
Tass (in college, science geek majoring in bioengineering):
* The following words/phrases were used to describe Tass: strong, smart, overachiever, nerd, weak, flawed, vulnerable
* Something to know about Tass:
- she comes from an overachieving family. Her father is a software engineer who’s doing amazing things for global warming, her mother is an award-winning bioengineer working on a cure for cancer and at 29 her brother is a tech CEO and millionaire. Additionally it seems every aunt/uncle/cousin is a doctor or a scientist. Therefore, the pressure for her to succeed is immense. ”With my 3.99 GPA and full scholarship to a university that is not Harvard, Yale, or Princeton, I’m the black sheep of the Summerset clan.”
- She doesn’t allow anyone to acknowledge or celebrate her birthdays.....”I simply don’t like the idea of my body slowly degrading over the course of several decades. It’s depressing.”
- She is pledging Tri-Kappa and not getting in is NOT an option. ”I’ve wanted to be a Tri-Kapp since I was a little girl. My mother was a Tri-Kapp, and so were two Nobel Prize winners along with a slew of famous scientists. They are the most well thought of female brains in the world and are invaluable to my future—job recommendations, career networking, and grants.”
* A quote about Tass:
- “I reject push-up bras, oppressive dictatorships, and football—okay, basically any sport that pays its athletes millions of dollars while people go hungry. Intelligence is the only currency that matters.“
Story Thoughts:
- My first impression of Hunter was that he was a deplorable asshole. I wanted to kick him in the nut-sack. Hard!!
- Later on I really began to despise Tass. Her snobby, elitist attitude was horrendous.
- So together, their hateful, juvenile behavior throughout the last 13 years was disappointing. They were awful to each other and there wasn’t anything attractive about that.
- Midway through the story Tass began to recognize her horrible actions for what they were....she was a judgmental bitch. "Here I’d hated them for judging me, only to discover I was the hater, assuming all sorts of things. Maybe I’m not as smart as I thought."
- the “50 points to fuck a virgin” requirement for joining a fraternity was disgusting. The fact that the plot was written around this pledge requirement was appalling. Even if this happens in real life, why would I want to support a hero who looks for a way to get these points so that he can join this type of fraternity? ”The things these guys have done to score points is deplorable. Breaking windows on cars, stealing exams from professors, banging Gammas (as many as possible), and then there’s me. The top of the list. Bagging the unicorn, which is code for fucking the virginal Tri-Kapp with absolute proof.” So why would I root for a guy who wants to belong to that type of fraternity? 🤷♀️
- Tass’s “memory gap”.....huh??? What exactly happened to her memory? No good explanation here.
- If Hunter made an “agreement” that he wouldn’t tell as long they didn’t press charges, then why did Hunter’s dad have to “settle” with the other family? To me, Hunter should have gone to the cops and reported these guys to ensure the safety of other women. Staying quiet was the wrong choice, IMO. Everything around this aspect of the plot (memory loss 😏, financial aspect, keeping it quiet, etc.) was just off and didn’t make sense even when the pieces of the puzzle came together
- Why was Hunter both mean and protective? I get the “mean” behavior when you’re a little kid (it’s pulling the little girl’s pigtails when you have a crush on her). But then when you mature (somewhat) why don’t you have the balls to ask her out? And if she’s being a bitch to you why would you want to ask her out? So their whole relationship / dynamic just didn’t make sense to me.
Overview:
- POV: Told only from female POV and I Really needed H’s POV for this to make sense.
- Tropes: fake relationship, enemies to lovers
- H likable? Not in the beginning. In the middle he got better for me.
- h likable? In the beginning yes. Later on her actions made her seem like an elitist snob.
- h virgin? Yes
- First time they kiss: 73%
- First time they sleep together: 76%
- First time they say I Love You 96%
- steamy? Not much
- OW/OM drama? No
- H/h cheat? No
- Time apart? A few months
- Did I skip pages? No
- Big secrets? Hunter reveals something around 52% (the fact that Tass had no memory was hard to accept)
- Did I cry? No
- Did I laugh? No
- Did I swoon 🥰? No
- Cliffhanger? Kind of. It sets up the next book with a ......”to be continued” ending
- HEA? HFN
- Epilogue? No
- Recommend? No
Quotes
”The torture ranged from egging my window once a month and TPing my house (Hunt always denied involvement, of course, but I knew), to calling me names and throwing half-eaten sandwiches at our “geek table” during lunch. And I really couldn’t count how many times one of his cheerleader girlfriends snubbed me in the locker room because my body isn’t worthy of Playboy Magazine.”
“When we’d get to school, Hunt would always make sure to say something mean to me in front of his friends so everyone knew that while we rode in together, we were not friends.”
“All I need to do is dress like I have an IQ of a baked potato and pretend my self-esteem is hinged upon getting a man’s approval. How hard can that be?”
“A handful of days ago, I was no different than her—a hater. But now I know that being better than someone else doesn’t come from the brain; it comes from the heart. You can’t smart your way to goodness. You just can’t.”
“It’s okay to love someone who’s not like you.”
“I never felt sexy or dateable. I just felt awkward, like a nerdy little girl in a grown-up body.”
“I’ll make it clear for you: You’re a stuck-up little snot-nosed snob.”
”Snob?” I whisper.
”Yes, you’ve always looked down your nose at everyone. Including me.”
“You really pushed my buttons. I mean the pranks and the whole ‘you’re my nerd’ thing. You’re the king of psychological warfare.”
July 6, 2018
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Star Ratings:
Heroine (Tass): 18yrs old?
Hero (Hunter): 18yrs old?
Plot: 4/5
Grovel: ok
Cheating: none
HEA: happy for now and no epilogue
Triggers: none
Average score: 4/5
Best Line: “Okay, right about now you’re probably asking yourself if I’m one of those nerdy girls who had a crush on the quarterback back in high school and got her heart decimated every time she saw him walking down the hall, because he didn’t actually see her. Oh hell no.”
Worst Line: “I just want to fuck you, Tass! I need a virgin!”
Personal Review:
A funny haters-to-lovers college romance.
Random Ramblings
•A great and funny start…love a man on his knees
•My type of heroine!!
•I liked how the tables turned but I disliked how the other kappa sisters treated the heroine
•It was soooo funny!! Especially the ‘puppy face’
•I disagree with the sympathy vs empathy argument – empathy is much better than sympathy
•The ‘reveal’ annoyed me because it didn’t make sense and didn’t fit with the story
•I enjoyed her maturity and growth from ‘I am so smart’ to ‘intelligence isn’t everything in a person’
•Henry and Elle were sweet
•I kept waiting for him to explain why he was mean to her when they were 6yrs old but he didn’t
•What a way to end! Cannot wait for Elle’s story
Overall Feeling:
For the most part…
Beware of Spoilers!
Star Ratings:
Heroine (Tass): 18yrs old?
Hero (Hunter): 18yrs old?
Plot: 4/5
Grovel: ok
Cheating: none
HEA: happy for now and no epilogue
Triggers: none
Average score: 4/5
Best Line: “Okay, right about now you’re probably asking yourself if I’m one of those nerdy girls who had a crush on the quarterback back in high school and got her heart decimated every time she saw him walking down the hall, because he didn’t actually see her. Oh hell no.”
Worst Line: “I just want to fuck you, Tass! I need a virgin!”
Personal Review:
A funny haters-to-lovers college romance.
Random Ramblings
•A great and funny start…love a man on his knees
•My type of heroine!!
•I liked how the tables turned but I disliked how the other kappa sisters treated the heroine
•It was soooo funny!! Especially the ‘puppy face’
•I disagree with the sympathy vs empathy argument – empathy is much better than sympathy
•The ‘reveal’ annoyed me because it didn’t make sense and didn’t fit with the story
•I enjoyed her maturity and growth from ‘I am so smart’ to ‘intelligence isn’t everything in a person’
•Henry and Elle were sweet
•I kept waiting for him to explain why he was mean to her when they were 6yrs old but he didn’t
•What a way to end! Cannot wait for Elle’s story
Overall Feeling:
For the most part…
April 11, 2017
This first story in the OHellNo series is a change for Mimi, venturing into the YA realm. But while the genre for this tale may be a bit different, it also couldn’t be more identifiable as one of her books. It’s quirky and snarky and everything adorable that I’ve come to love in her writing.
Smart Tass takes the idea of the nerdy girl/jock romance and stands it on its head. Instead of the geek that takes off her glasses, gets a makeover and makes the star quarterback fall in love with her because of how much she’s changed, here we have a jock grow up and realize that the smart girl is exactly what he needs, glasses and all.
Tass and Hunter were hysterical together. With their insults and put downs, it is easy to see that they never grew out of the hair pulling stage. Tass is brash and I loved her for it. She said what she thought and stood up for herself, despite years of school yard torment by the boy that always considered her to be “his nerd”. She was hard on herself and out to prove her worth to the world, when the only one she really needed to prove it to was herself. I was simultaneously laughing out loud at her unsuccessful attempts to play dumb, and cringing while she owned her geekiness…“Are you ready?” “Does a koala have fingerprints?”
And as the seemingly dumb jock, Hunter was adorable. Even being a jerk he was cute, and when we find out that there’s more to this seemingly shallow guy than meets the eye, my heart just melted for him.
Throw in a football team, snooty sorority girls (not the ones you’d think!), fraternity pranks and a few roommates that need stories of their own, and you have a new series I can’t wait to read. Smart Tass was an adorably sweet story about growing up and accepting yourself and realizing that everyone is fighting a battle you can’t see. And learning that koalas do indeed have fingerprints.
ARC provided by the author for a voluntary review.
August 31, 2017
Tessie and Hunter have a complicated past with lots of drama. Tess and Hunter are always teasing and pulling pranks on each other which results in them fighting with one another (until college where they start to stop this type of behavior). Their story had lots of pent up tension and feelings they both tried to cover up so they did not have to face it. Overall, Tess and Hunter started to fall in love and it was a slow romance. I am going to read the next book in the series because I was little more interested in the side characters.
3/5 Stars.
3/5 Stars.
October 22, 2019
This is a complicated book to rate.
Before the main conflict, I had a great time. I thought both of them sucked equally and they deserved each other. And I had fun time, which is what I ultimately care about.
Everything after the conflict was wrong. Tassie was quite condescending and mean to Hunter, even more than before, it just didn't make sense that anyone would be tolerant of her nastiness so long. She wouldn't even dignify giving him a chance to talk. Tassie humiliated Hunter in front of strangers and family in a huge, cringey resolution of the conflict. It was so embarrassing, for me as a reader, for Hunter and Tassie, for their families, everyone really. And everything could have been resolved MONTHS before hadn't she been so pigheaded.
I did not have fun reading this part.
On a different note, do these college types of romance novels always have to be a quarterback and a nerdy girl? So many books have the same premise. For once it would be great to see something different, I don't know let the girl be the professional athlete and the boy a super nerd. Or how about both of them are into sports. Hell, I'd even settle for a quarterback and cheerleader romance.
And don't get me even started on the bet plot device. That one is almost as overused as the good ol' "I have to dump you for your own good" trope.
Before the main conflict, I had a great time. I thought both of them sucked equally and they deserved each other. And I had fun time, which is what I ultimately care about.
Everything after the conflict was wrong. Tassie was quite condescending and mean to Hunter, even more than before, it just didn't make sense that anyone would be tolerant of her nastiness so long. She wouldn't even dignify giving him a chance to talk. Tassie humiliated Hunter in front of strangers and family in a huge, cringey resolution of the conflict. It was so embarrassing, for me as a reader, for Hunter and Tassie, for their families, everyone really. And everything could have been resolved MONTHS before hadn't she been so pigheaded.
I did not have fun reading this part.
On a different note, do these college types of romance novels always have to be a quarterback and a nerdy girl? So many books have the same premise. For once it would be great to see something different, I don't know let the girl be the professional athlete and the boy a super nerd. Or how about both of them are into sports. Hell, I'd even settle for a quarterback and cheerleader romance.
And don't get me even started on the bet plot device. That one is almost as overused as the good ol' "I have to dump you for your own good" trope.
August 31, 2019
This book’s been on my tbr for a while and I just found it on Amazon for 0.99 and grabbed it.
It was an interesting book. I enjoyed how strong and decided Tassie was, but she was kind of mean to Hunter without even realizing it. He had a bunch of reasons for what he did and what happened years ago.
I enjoyed reading it and I’m curious about the second book of the series, about Henry and Elle, Tassie’s roommate.
Anyway, good start for a series. It was my first by this author and I enjoyed it.
It was an interesting book. I enjoyed how strong and decided Tassie was, but she was kind of mean to Hunter without even realizing it. He had a bunch of reasons for what he did and what happened years ago.
I enjoyed reading it and I’m curious about the second book of the series, about Henry and Elle, Tassie’s roommate.
Anyway, good start for a series. It was my first by this author and I enjoyed it.
August 29, 2017
The Jock and the Geek were next door neighbours, once best friends now sworn enemies following years of verbal abuse on both sides, but are they really hiding their true feelings behind their antagonism!!!!
It is pretty obvious from the beginning that despite their words and actions, Hunter and Tassie are harbouring some very friendly feelings towards each other. However, there are a number of lingering issues between the pair that require a wrecking ball to knock them down before Hunter and Tassie can clear the debris and create a new kind of friendship.
Opportunity presents itself in an unexpected way for both Tassie and Hunter to work through their problems, both past and present, when they attend the same university and try to join respective sorority/fraternities. Both are required to undergo a test as means of entry, requiring each other's help and trust opens the proverbial door to allow them both to work through their issues and move on with their lives in a better place emotionally.
I loved the character development within Smart Tass, specifically the way Mimi tackled preconceived notions and judgmental characterizations of others within the narrative. Tassie embraces the enlightenment she receives, realising she has been insular and injudicious in her assumptions. Taking the opportunity presented to her to change her way of thinking and socialise for the first time in her life.
There are some surprising revelations within the plot that I really wouldn't have seen coming but did add depth to both the story and the characters.
Both Hunter and Tassie mature emotionally through Smart Tass allowing their true feelings for each other to come to the surface. Unfortunately, juvenile bets and puerile people add a level of angst to the proceedings. Luckily they both have a terrific support system and unexpected feistiness brings an end to the conflict on all sides.
The relationship between Tassie's friend, Ella, and Hunter's friend, Henry, is continued in Oh Henry !!!!!!
It is pretty obvious from the beginning that despite their words and actions, Hunter and Tassie are harbouring some very friendly feelings towards each other. However, there are a number of lingering issues between the pair that require a wrecking ball to knock them down before Hunter and Tassie can clear the debris and create a new kind of friendship.
Opportunity presents itself in an unexpected way for both Tassie and Hunter to work through their problems, both past and present, when they attend the same university and try to join respective sorority/fraternities. Both are required to undergo a test as means of entry, requiring each other's help and trust opens the proverbial door to allow them both to work through their issues and move on with their lives in a better place emotionally.
I loved the character development within Smart Tass, specifically the way Mimi tackled preconceived notions and judgmental characterizations of others within the narrative. Tassie embraces the enlightenment she receives, realising she has been insular and injudicious in her assumptions. Taking the opportunity presented to her to change her way of thinking and socialise for the first time in her life.
There are some surprising revelations within the plot that I really wouldn't have seen coming but did add depth to both the story and the characters.
Both Hunter and Tassie mature emotionally through Smart Tass allowing their true feelings for each other to come to the surface. Unfortunately, juvenile bets and puerile people add a level of angst to the proceedings. Luckily they both have a terrific support system and unexpected feistiness brings an end to the conflict on all sides.
The relationship between Tassie's friend, Ella, and Hunter's friend, Henry, is continued in Oh Henry !!!!!!
April 15, 2023
i needed it longer
(2020 review below)
Man was I excited to read this book! Mimi Jean can really write. This book is about Tess and Hunter who have known each other for over a decade and have constantly teased each other since they were kids. Now they’re both in college and both are trying to get into the sororities/frat of their dreams. In order to do that, they have to do certain things-which means they have to work together to get in. I loved it...
But I felt like so many scenes were cut short. I like to immerse myself in my books- if I’m spending hours and hours reading, I want to be able to see/smell/feel/hear/taste everything, and many times I felt like certain scenes were rushed or cut short. I definitely needed more sexy scenes between them- especially considering their relationship has been building for 13 years! We really only got one scene (A good one- but it still needed more details cause I’m greedy like that) and a couple of chemistry-filled ones (you know, the they’re-about-to-rip-each-other’s-clothes-off kind, sigh, but then they didn’t). I wanted to see more of that- more of their relationship. Yes, I know, we are supposed to assume it’s always been there blah blah blah but I wanted to see it unfold more. I think another 50 pages or so of this would’ve been spectacular. This is my first book by this author, it won’t be my last, but I hope it won’t be as short as this one felt. Makes me sad/mad cause I really like Tess and Hunter. Even in this short book, they matured and realized their true worth and what goals they have in life. I just wanted to see their relationship more- especially because they “hated” each other (one of my favorite types of books) and then realized that the hate they felt was really something else. I felt like I got the short end of the stick here 🥺
Good book- definitely worth reading- but, personally, I just wanted a little bit more to award it 5 stars.
(2020 review below)
Man was I excited to read this book! Mimi Jean can really write. This book is about Tess and Hunter who have known each other for over a decade and have constantly teased each other since they were kids. Now they’re both in college and both are trying to get into the sororities/frat of their dreams. In order to do that, they have to do certain things-which means they have to work together to get in. I loved it...
But I felt like so many scenes were cut short. I like to immerse myself in my books- if I’m spending hours and hours reading, I want to be able to see/smell/feel/hear/taste everything, and many times I felt like certain scenes were rushed or cut short. I definitely needed more sexy scenes between them- especially considering their relationship has been building for 13 years! We really only got one scene (A good one- but it still needed more details cause I’m greedy like that) and a couple of chemistry-filled ones (you know, the they’re-about-to-rip-each-other’s-clothes-off kind, sigh, but then they didn’t). I wanted to see more of that- more of their relationship. Yes, I know, we are supposed to assume it’s always been there blah blah blah but I wanted to see it unfold more. I think another 50 pages or so of this would’ve been spectacular. This is my first book by this author, it won’t be my last, but I hope it won’t be as short as this one felt. Makes me sad/mad cause I really like Tess and Hunter. Even in this short book, they matured and realized their true worth and what goals they have in life. I just wanted to see their relationship more- especially because they “hated” each other (one of my favorite types of books) and then realized that the hate they felt was really something else. I felt like I got the short end of the stick here 🥺
Good book- definitely worth reading- but, personally, I just wanted a little bit more to award it 5 stars.
May 25, 2017
I feel like this book could have been so much better. I could've enjoyed it so much, loved it even. But, it felt rushed, it felt so rushed. we are thrown into this story with no background on the characters no nothing and then we get a quick summary and after that things kept happening and I just couldn't relate to any of the characters, mostly because I didn't have background on them to actually like them. I didn't, like them that is. also, I didn't like this book at all. everyhting felt rushed and ,I don't know, not convincing ? it's dull and very cliché. the reasons of their hate and how they got together and how the problem was solved and even how the problem was delt with by Tass, it felt ridiculous and not interesting and boring and yet it could've been amazing and fun. it wasn't. it just disapointed me a lot.
April 11, 2017
Mimi does it again!
I love Mimi's books! She has such a way with words!. Tass is a self proclaimed nerd, a virgin and she hates the boy next door. Or does she? Hunter and her have been "friends" all they lives and now they are at the same college. Throw in a bet from his frat and her need to get into the sorority she wants things are going to get interesting. Does she really hate him? Is she his "girl back home" and the reason he doesn't date? You'll have to read it to find out.
I love Mimi's books! She has such a way with words!. Tass is a self proclaimed nerd, a virgin and she hates the boy next door. Or does she? Hunter and her have been "friends" all they lives and now they are at the same college. Throw in a bet from his frat and her need to get into the sorority she wants things are going to get interesting. Does she really hate him? Is she his "girl back home" and the reason he doesn't date? You'll have to read it to find out.
July 4, 2018
More like 2.5 stars. I kept reading, hoping it was going to get better.
I did not like this one as much as I hoped I would. I have loved other books by this author, but this was mediocre and forgettable.
I did not like this one as much as I hoped I would. I have loved other books by this author, but this was mediocre and forgettable.
October 3, 2019
1.5 stars.
This was pretty average for a college romance- I thought the nerd thing was cute and there was a lot of good stuff about intellectual snobbery.
But I couldn’t get over the “ 50 points to fuck a virgin” hurdle requirement for joining a fraternity.
What is it with US college fraternities? If the future intellectuals and leaders come from these places, what hope is there for the world? And the #metoo movement can hang up its gloves- they won’t get any traction from these Neanderthal man-children.
By the way, if someone points out that the jocks on sports scholarships are only one group of many within the college, I can only respond with: it still does not explain why places of higher learning condone fraternities and therefore tacitly approve their activities and values. They are complicit in their bad behaviour.
This was pretty average for a college romance- I thought the nerd thing was cute and there was a lot of good stuff about intellectual snobbery.
But I couldn’t get over the “ 50 points to fuck a virgin” hurdle requirement for joining a fraternity.
What is it with US college fraternities? If the future intellectuals and leaders come from these places, what hope is there for the world? And the #metoo movement can hang up its gloves- they won’t get any traction from these Neanderthal man-children.
By the way, if someone points out that the jocks on sports scholarships are only one group of many within the college, I can only respond with: it still does not explain why places of higher learning condone fraternities and therefore tacitly approve their activities and values. They are complicit in their bad behaviour.
April 12, 2017
The story is not particularly original, but the book is funny and cute and I enjoyed it overall, even if the conflict after the night in Henry’s „cabin“ seems a little unnecessary (and therefore outrageous) and the events in the end were way over the top. Both heroes are very likable: Tass is a little nerdy, but not too unwordly, and quaterback Hunter isn’t the dumb and cocky jock he seems to be — in fact, he’s really, really gorgeous and caring.
It was my first book by Pamfiloff and it won’t be the last for sure. I’d love to read book 2 (featuring Henry and Elle) AT ONCE, but it’s not in sight yet. *sigh* (So I had to buy another one, Fate Book –– thanks to Dali, who always links to tempting Amazon bargains! ;))
It was my first book by Pamfiloff and it won’t be the last for sure. I’d love to read book 2 (featuring Henry and Elle) AT ONCE, but it’s not in sight yet. *sigh* (So I had to buy another one, Fate Book –– thanks to Dali, who always links to tempting Amazon bargains! ;))
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April 15, 2017
Oh, I love it when the jock falls hard for the nerd! Throw in some love/hate and I'm sold!
I adore the author's style, it's quirky, sassy, witty, cute and absolutely hilarious. The banter between Tass and Hunter was perfectly entertaining, the chemistry off the charts. I really liked that for once the nerdy female lead didn't just fall at the hot quarterback's feet, she gave back just as good as she got. Despite their differences in character, neither of them wanted the other to change, I guess that's why they say opposites attract?
Anyhoo, fantastic start to this new series, impatiently waiting for the next book!
Want to devour a fast-paced, sweet, funny story in one sitting? Look no further!
I adore the author's style, it's quirky, sassy, witty, cute and absolutely hilarious. The banter between Tass and Hunter was perfectly entertaining, the chemistry off the charts. I really liked that for once the nerdy female lead didn't just fall at the hot quarterback's feet, she gave back just as good as she got. Despite their differences in character, neither of them wanted the other to change, I guess that's why they say opposites attract?
Anyhoo, fantastic start to this new series, impatiently waiting for the next book!
Want to devour a fast-paced, sweet, funny story in one sitting? Look no further!
April 9, 2017
Highly entertaining, emotional, sexy fun opposites attract romance with all the wonderfully sassy witty humor this author does so well. Outrageously funny yet thought provoking!
Tass is a smart, determined, young woman that comes from a full family of successful intellectuals and is so sure she knows where her life is headed. Hunter Johnson extremely hot, alpha male jock and the boy next door (literately) her entire life has been the thorn in her side since her earliest memories and he is still there as she is trying to start a new life in Collage. This crazy journey reviles how growing up is making them both realize some hard truths about perception and how our relationships can affect everyone in our lives. Excited to find out what happens for Henry!
Tass is a smart, determined, young woman that comes from a full family of successful intellectuals and is so sure she knows where her life is headed. Hunter Johnson extremely hot, alpha male jock and the boy next door (literately) her entire life has been the thorn in her side since her earliest memories and he is still there as she is trying to start a new life in Collage. This crazy journey reviles how growing up is making them both realize some hard truths about perception and how our relationships can affect everyone in our lives. Excited to find out what happens for Henry!
April 13, 2017
Completely shocked by how amazing this was!!
Thank you Instagram friends for introducing me to this talented author. I cannot wait to read more of her books.
At first glance this seems like your typical nerd and jock hate to love romance, but we get so much more!!!!
Loved the banter between Hunter and Tass. They are freaking hilarious together! They grew up together and are neighbors. When they started kindergarten their "hate-games" began.
I enjoyed this book immensely. At first you feel hurt on Tass's behalf on all the bullying Hunter did to her growing up. As you read though you see they both have this undeniable attraction to each other and Tass might not be so innocent in all their history.
Whether they are squaring off against each other or supporting each other they are fierce. I had such an array of feelings reading this. You are laughing one minute, furious the next, and downright smitten after that...and repeat.
There is more to their history that is revealed through the story. Tass is an adorable quirky nerd who is trying to find herself and her worth amongst an extremely intelligent family. I liked that she was so honest and wanted to do the right thing. Hunter is strangely protective of Tass even while he's teasing her. She's "his nerd". LOL!
Pick this one up if your looking for a fun romance with depth. ;)
Cannot wait for more in this series!!
Thank you Instagram friends for introducing me to this talented author. I cannot wait to read more of her books.
At first glance this seems like your typical nerd and jock hate to love romance, but we get so much more!!!!
Loved the banter between Hunter and Tass. They are freaking hilarious together! They grew up together and are neighbors. When they started kindergarten their "hate-games" began.
I enjoyed this book immensely. At first you feel hurt on Tass's behalf on all the bullying Hunter did to her growing up. As you read though you see they both have this undeniable attraction to each other and Tass might not be so innocent in all their history.
Whether they are squaring off against each other or supporting each other they are fierce. I had such an array of feelings reading this. You are laughing one minute, furious the next, and downright smitten after that...and repeat.
There is more to their history that is revealed through the story. Tass is an adorable quirky nerd who is trying to find herself and her worth amongst an extremely intelligent family. I liked that she was so honest and wanted to do the right thing. Hunter is strangely protective of Tass even while he's teasing her. She's "his nerd". LOL!
Pick this one up if your looking for a fun romance with depth. ;)
Cannot wait for more in this series!!
September 8, 2017
Ini POV nya Cuma heroine nya doang.. jadi sepanjang baca gw menebak2 tu si masnya mikir apa, meski gw yakin masnya jail karena die suka sama si mbaknya dan gw rada kesel sama mbaknya yg menyimpulkan negative, memandang orang sll dr sisi negative nya… untungnya sadar sih ahahahahaha.. apalagi si kappa2 itu.. iyeuh deh! Pengen gw pitesin satu2 ahahahaha…
Tass, jenius, ortunya jenius, kakak nya jenius, bibi-pamannya jg pada jenius, dan Tass satu2nya yg gak bisa masuk Harvard jadi tujuan hidupnya saat ini adalah masuk Kappa2 sisterhood (itu lah, kr mama dan bibi2nya jg anggota Kappa) dan menghindari Hunter aka The Hunt atlet kampus sekaligus tetangga dan ude kenal dari kecil, masalahnya mereka tu gak akur blas. Dari awal masuk playground
Lagian Tass nya tu sll mikir yg buruk dulu si ke Hunternya, kesel banget pengen gw tabok pake batako, blm lagi temen2nya yg ber IQ tinggi itu.. untungnya Tass jg akhirnya sadar sih, kalau temennya itu gak jauh beda sama NAZI soale memandang rendah orang laen banget.. dan milih gak gabung ke Kappa, yg dapet kata2 negatif sama mamanya tp gak mau denger.. Tass milih temenan sama Cheerleader yg kata Kappa2 berotak kosong, padahal pada double degree dan having fun.. Hunter nya jg kesel ke Tass pas remaja tu kr Tass nya tll kaku dan seolah2 memandang orang laen lebih rendah dr die.. makanya di usilin mulu, tp hanya Hunter yg boleh ngusilin… kl orang laen yg bakalan digebukin sama Hunter. Tass nya kek gitu jg kr sll disama2kan sama kakaknya, dan harus punya grade tinggi.. bikin wall deh setinggi2nya biar gak sakit hati.. huh siape lo! Kind of ahahahahahaha………….
Kocak si yg pasti berdua.. kl eyel2an XD
Tass, jenius, ortunya jenius, kakak nya jenius, bibi-pamannya jg pada jenius, dan Tass satu2nya yg gak bisa masuk Harvard jadi tujuan hidupnya saat ini adalah masuk Kappa2 sisterhood (itu lah, kr mama dan bibi2nya jg anggota Kappa) dan menghindari Hunter aka The Hunt atlet kampus sekaligus tetangga dan ude kenal dari kecil, masalahnya mereka tu gak akur blas. Dari awal masuk playground
Lagian Tass nya tu sll mikir yg buruk dulu si ke Hunternya, kesel banget pengen gw tabok pake batako, blm lagi temen2nya yg ber IQ tinggi itu.. untungnya Tass jg akhirnya sadar sih, kalau temennya itu gak jauh beda sama NAZI soale memandang rendah orang laen banget.. dan milih gak gabung ke Kappa, yg dapet kata2 negatif sama mamanya tp gak mau denger.. Tass milih temenan sama Cheerleader yg kata Kappa2 berotak kosong, padahal pada double degree dan having fun.. Hunter nya jg kesel ke Tass pas remaja tu kr Tass nya tll kaku dan seolah2 memandang orang laen lebih rendah dr die.. makanya di usilin mulu, tp hanya Hunter yg boleh ngusilin… kl orang laen yg bakalan digebukin sama Hunter. Tass nya kek gitu jg kr sll disama2kan sama kakaknya, dan harus punya grade tinggi.. bikin wall deh setinggi2nya biar gak sakit hati.. huh siape lo! Kind of ahahahahahaha………….
Kocak si yg pasti berdua.. kl eyel2an XD
September 14, 2018
More like 2 ½ stars. It had everything I usually like in an enemies-to-lovers trope. Next door neighbors. Teasing and pranking all through school. Opposite in every way - this time the nerd and the jock. That fine line between love and hate. So why 2 ½ stars? The female MC, Tass. Told all from her POV, she was the most shallow, judgmental, stupid person ever. And that's saying a lot since she has a 140 IQ. For all her smarts she was vindictive, mean and horrible. Not that that excuses the male MC, Hunter. He also didn't have any shining moments and gave just as much as he got. But he is the reason why my rating tipped over to 3 stars. Reading between Tass's ramblings one could see that Hunter was looking out for her, despite her constant rejections. And let's not even get into the various fraternities and the nonsense they get up to.
Despite it all, the secondary characters have piqued my interest and I will most likely read the next book in the series.
Despite it all, the secondary characters have piqued my interest and I will most likely read the next book in the series.
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