One True Loves
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3.7
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Elise Bryant
From the author of Happily Ever Afters comes another irresistible YA romantic comedy full of self-discovery and Black love—and a dreamy European cruise. Perfect for fans of Nicola Yoon and Jenny Han, with crossover appeal for readers of Jasmine Guillory and Talia Hibbert romances.Lenore Bennett has always been a force. A star artist and style icon at her high school, she’s a master in the subtle art of not giving a . . . well, you know what. But now that graduation is here, she’s a little less sure.She’s heading to NYU in the fall with a scarlet U (for “undeclared”) written across her chest. Her parents always remind her that Black kids don’t have the luxury of figuring it out as they go—they have to be 110 percent prepared. But it’s a lot of pressure to be her ancestors’ wildest dreams when Lenore’s not even sure what her dreams are yet.When her family embarks on a post-graduation Mediterranean cruise, her friend Tessa is sure Lenore’s in for a whirlwind romance. But Lenore knows that doesn’t happen to girls like her.Then she meets Alex Lee. After their parents bond over the Cupid Shuffle, she ends up stuck with him for the remainder of the cruise. He’s a hopeless romantic and a golden boy with a ten-year plan. In short, he’s irritating as hell.But as they get to know each other during the picturesque stops across Europe, Alex may be able to help Lenore find something else she’s been looking for, even if she doesn’t want to admit it to herself: love.
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Author
Elise Bryant
Pages
336
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published Date
2022-01-04
ISBN
0062982885 9780062982889
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"4.5. My favorite of the series"
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Zariah Grant
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A real life rom-com come to life, a cruise, romance, cringe, and feelings of yelling at the TV (in this case a book). I really liked the relationship between the 2 characters (close proximity). Lenore ….. she really had me screaming at my book, although I totally understand where she’s coming from, it’s hard to watch her actions play out. I enjoyed the layered plot of family expectations (especially BIPOC/immigrant ideas about education), her brother and his story (which I was surprised by), and the intersectionality of the Black perspective. It was nice to relate in one way and learn in another way. The writing was easy to read and understand which I need during finals week ;___; … it is YA but to me not “super obviously makes you not want to read” type of YA. I am a stickler for some corny, cheezy, cringy love! So if that’s what you like about romance books this is the one for you! Overall would recommend!
PS. My review on the 1st book noted that I wanted more plot about those characters and I got that in this book (kinda), but Tessa seemed like she had a different personality from the last book to this book. I would like to discuss that with someone if anyone would like to. Thanks (:"
"A good book I liked the sequel as well such a cute love story only complaint SPOIL WARNING——————- I hate when a perfect couple breaks up as part of the plot not my fav trope"
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Marxo palo
"How do I read it"
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Callie Applegate