This novel doesn't really have a clear storyline. The protagonist comes across as quite foolish. None of the characters in the book act like real people. I wouldn't suggest this book to anyone.
I couldn't get through it. I sent the book back, and that's not something I usually do. The plot was slow and unexciting, and it was mostly narrated in the first person by a very average protagonist, which only made this lackluster story worse. I'm sorry I kept it on my wish list for so long, I should have taken it off. It was advertised as a hilarious romantic comedy, but it didn't live up to the hype with unnecessary profanity added in. Disappointing.
I absolutely adored every aspect of this book. The humor, the conversations, the characters, the storytelling, I was so bummed when it came to an end, and I might just have to give it another listen real soon!
I don't even know where to start. Look, I hardly ever write reviews, but I just had to speak up about this book. The story is incredibly flimsy. The two main characters are seriously lacking in many aspects. And the predictability of it all is off the charts. If I were to mention any details about the plot, you'd have the whole book figured out in a heartbeat. Apart from the narrator, there's nothing good about this book. I thought "50 Shades of Grey" was terrible, but this somehow manages to be 10 times worse with a similar storyline. Save yourself the trouble and pass on this one. I really wish I had done the same.
Oh man, this book was such a letdown. It revolves around these two supposed "grown-ups" who absolutely despise each other but are somehow drawn to each other. The plot falls completely flat, and I stayed committed, hoping for some unexpected turn of events, but sadly, there were none. Instead, I had to endure countless chapters of their mundane and immature relationship, only to be bombarded with excessive details of their intimate encounters. I'm genuinely puzzled by all the positive feedback this book has received.
I'm not entirely convinced that this is solely the fault of the narrator, as it seems more like a problem with the production. However, the constant rustling noise that occurred every few minutes, which I assume was caused by the narrator turning pages or drinking water, was incredibly distracting. In fact, it was so bothersome that I had to pause the audiobook a few times just to regain my focus. As for the story itself, it's charming enough, but I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to recommend it to a friend.
I had a pretty good time with this book. Gotta admit though, it starts off a bit slow. There's a lot of description going on, which sometimes made it drag a bit for me. But thankfully, it picks up later on and I'm glad I stuck with it till the end instead of ditching it halfway.
Lucy works as an assistant to one of the co-CEOs at a publishing company. Since her boss isn't exactly the hardworking type, Lucy ends up doing most of their job. She grew up on a strawberry farm with parents who loved her dearly. When she was a kid, her class went on a field trip to a publishing house, and that's when she fell in love with the idea of working in the industry.
Then there's Joshua, who's the assistant to the other co-CEO at the same publishing company as Lucy. Joshua is quite the cool character, strict with his subordinates and never cracking a smile. He comes from a family of doctors, and his father has always seen him as a failure because he didn't follow in their footsteps.
Lucy and Joshua used to work for different publishing companies until they got forced to work together after a merger. Their bosses are the co-CEOs, and they end up sharing a room outside the CEOs' offices, spending hours staring at each other. When they first met, Lucy tried to be friendly, but Joshua's cold demeanor made her retract her hand. So for the past year, they've been engaging in passive-aggressive "games" with each other, trying to get a rise out of the other person.
Things get intense when a promotion is announced, and Lucy is determined to get it. If Joshua gets it, she knows she can't work with him as her boss, so she'd have to quit. This tension leads to a team building event where Joshua unexpectedly does something really kind for Lucy. As their relationship starts to shift, Lucy is left wondering if Joshua is actually a decent guy beneath his jerk exterior, or if he's just playing her for his own gain. It takes time to figure things out, but in the end, Lucy and Joshua do find their happily ever after.
Overall, I enjoyed this story. I liked both Lucy and Joshua, even though they had their fair share of issues that made them think the worst of each other for a whole year. But hey, everyone wears a mask, right? It's all about how much of ourselves we reveal and how well the other person can see through it. Like I mentioned earlier, the story felt slow in the beginning, but it got better as I kept going, and I was satisfied with how it all wrapped up.
Don't judge this book by its title or the initial chapters! "The Hating Game: A Novel" is a delightful romantic comedy that flawlessly blends clever back-and-forth banter, tantalizing sexual tension, and the complexities of life decisions. The narrator did an exceptional job, and I'm eagerly looking forward to hearing more of her work!
As soon as I completed this book, I was craving for more and to my surprise, it was the author's first novel. That's impressive! The story is absolutely fantastic and unique, with well-developed characters who are both eccentric and relatable. Thorne masterfully builds up the sexual tension, keeping the story engaging throughout without any dull moments.
Sally, you've got me hooked! I'm telling you, I would be the first in line to purchase your next novel. I adored this book so much, even though I struggled to get into it initially (just keeping it real). But after giving it a second chance, I truly appreciated the clever, intelligent, and side-splittingly funny exchanges between Lucy and, of course, Josh. I'm begging you, bring on more of your fantastic storytelling!
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