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porkleekdumpling 's review for:
Something Wilder
by Christina Lauren
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Loveable characters:
Yes
“I guess I was wrong. ‘How are you’ isn’t an easier place to start.”
Did I drop everything and read this book once it was released? Yes, yes I absolutely did.
I don’t think I’ve ever used the adjectives exciting/thrilling to describe a Christina Lauren book but that’s exactly how I would describe Something Wilder. Christina Lauren stay true to what they write best – romantic comedy – but they’ve also given this book something fresh (i.e. the adventure and treasure hunting) to make it more unique than their other books. I love that they’re experimenting with their writing while still making sure that it’s undoubtedly a Christina Lauren book.
I think there’s a good balance between the romance and adventure. I do wish the book talked more about how Lily and Leo’s relationship developed because it just sounds really cute from the snippets that was included. It seemed like Leo had to win Lily over and based on how they are, I bet that would be enjoyable to read, too. With that said, the chemistry is certainly on point. The moment leading up to them seeing each other again just had me so giddy.
There is that one part which I thought should have been treated as a bigger plot point but like, it happened, a little squabble, then the characters were like okay, we’ll do this, and then that was it. (That’s very vague but I don’t want to spoil it.)
Leo Grady, you smooth talker.
“I think the problem is that I’m not the kind of person to fall in and out of love . . . I mean, I fell in love once and stayed there.”
I can see why Lily fell for his charms. Speaking of Lily, you can’t hate her. She’s just great!
Out of all the good reasons to read this book, I think you should read it because of Walter Gibb. I just want everyone to “meet” Walter Gibb.
“You’re a sweetheart, Walt. Don’t let Nicole into your pants.”