By Lainey Davis
Romance | young Adult | Humor
Rating: It is a solid ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Quick Summary
Fireball by Lainey Davis is a romance novel centered on Samantha, the boss of a tech startup who is beloved by everyone around her—everyone except AJ Trachtenberg, whom she accidentally insulted. Despite her best efforts to mend the situation, things aren’t going as planned. Will Samantha be able to break AJ’s wall and win him over, or will he continue to hold a grudge?
First Impressions
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What I Loved
I loved that Aj wasn’t immediately charmed by Samantha. This departure from the usual romance trope made their relationship feel authentic. The slow-burn nature of the story added depth to their relationship. The gradual buildup allowed character development and gave space for genuine emotional growth.
What Could Have Been Better
What could’ve been better? Honestly, there isn’t much to critique about Fireball. Lainey did a fantastic job putting this book together. The cover, the storyline, and the characters were all well-made. There is not one thing wrong with this book.
Favorite Character
Samantha is definitely my favorite character. Her ability to work the system using charms and persuasive words is impressive. Her mastery of the art of influence makes her an outstanding protagonist.
Memorable Quote
“Yes?” I whispered as I shook away the sudden fantasy of him rapping my knuckles with a ruler. I never even went to catholic school, so I’m not sure where that comes from.” Her inner dialogues are killing me.
Who Should Read This
If you love a good grump x sunshine romance with an independent female lead, then Fireball is perfect for you. Fans of a little bit of slow-burn relationships and withy banter will enjoy this story too.
Final Thoughts
This book was such a fun read. The characters, the humor, and the emotional depth held my attention from start to finish. Even though the book left me satisfied, I couldn’t help but wish there were more chapters. I wanted to keep following the story of Lainey and AJ.
Before You Go
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