: Some found the dialogue and behavior between characters to be "childish" for adults in their 20s.
: Critical reviews on The StoryGraph pointed out controversial elements like toxic masculinity, questionable politics, and handled trauma. Truly, Madly, Deeply by Alexandria Bellefleur (Novel, 2024)
: At over 500 pages, some readers felt the story dragged or was "unnecessarily drawn out". Truly Madly Deeply
: Many reviewers on Goodreads found the banter and "electric chemistry" between the leads to be a highlight.
: Row is praised as a "top-tier" grumpy hero who is secretly devoted to Cal. : Some found the dialogue and behavior between
: Readers describe it as an intense, addictive, and "spicy" second-chance romance. What Readers Liked :
This is the first book in the Forbidden Love series and follows a "grumpy x sunshine," enemies-to-lovers romance between a Michelin-starred chef, Ambrose "Row" Casablancas, and his sister's best friend, Calla "Cal" Litvin. : Many reviewers on Goodreads found the banter
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