Reading Bitter Sweet felt like watching a movie—one of those films where you find yourself talking to the screen, wanting to yell ‘no!’ at the main character as they make one frustrating decision after another. The story flowed effortlessly, making it a quick and engaging read, with just enough detail to bring everything to life without feeling overwhelming.

The book’s biggest strength is its focus on flawed, deeply human characters. The FMC, in particular, was tough to love for much of the story, and I struggled to relate to her at times. Still, the way the book explored imperfections—rather than shying away from them—felt intentional and compelling.

That being said, the MMC was awful. He was manipulative, self-serving, and emotionally exhausting to watch unfold on the page. The way he navigated his relationship with the FMC felt calculated, as if he always knew exactly how to keep her tethered to him while giving the bare minimum in return. It made their dynamic frustrating, and I constantly wished for more pushback from the FMC. Given how infatuated she had been with him growing up, their relationship fell together too easy, almost like the book was trying to justify his behavior rather than truly reckoning with it.

As someone fascinated by the inner workings of the publishing industry, I really enjoyed that aspect of the book. It added an extra layer of interest that kept me invested.

Overall, Bitter Sweet is an interesting character-driven read with a smooth, engaging style. If you enjoy stories about personal growth, flaws, and the messy realities of relationships—especially the ones that leave you frustrated and questioning motivations—this one is worth picking up.