The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang received so many rave reviews. I wanted to know why the hype, but I have to admit though I was a little wary at first. I took the plunge after I saw that a few of my blogger associates loved it. I chucked caution to the wind and dived right into the story. I am glad I did.
If I had to use one adjective to describe this book, the term used would be stunning. This is by far my favourite book for the year. There is a plethora of reviews in the blogosphere for this title making it difficult not to say what has already been said about this book. I will say this though, The Kiss Quotient is one of those books you need top pick up when you have nothing else doing, as the story will consume you. Once you start, you will be hard pressed to put it down. The characters will weave themselves into your hearts to the point you will not forget them soon.
I loved Stella and Michael together. An unconventional couple, but perfect for each other. I loved Michael’s patience towards Stella even before he knew about her Asperger’s Syndrome. Even after he found out it never changed how he felt about her.
I loved Michael despite him being an escort. His decision to be an escort was not an easy, but he saw it as the only way out. I may not have agreed with his choice, but who am I to judge.
This story pushed the boundaries of my emotional capacity. I cried (which is a rare occurrence when reading) and I laughed as I rooted for these two. They both deserved happiness as they both had their share of pain and disappointment. The story fulfilled all my expectations. I cannot find anything about the book I did not love apart from the fact I wanted more from Stella and Michael.
Conclusion/Recommendation
If you have not read this book as yet I suggest you make the effort, you won’t regret it. I believe this book is a must read for fans of diverse romance.
A heartwarming and refreshing debut novel that proves one thing: there’s not enough data in the world to predict what will make your heart tick.
Stella Lane thinks math is the only thing that unites the universe. She comes up with algorithms to predict customer purchases — a job that has given her more money than she knows what to do with, and way less experience in the dating department than the average thirty-year-old.
It doesn’t help that Stella has Asperger’s and French kissing reminds her of a shark getting its teeth cleaned by pilot fish. Her conclusion: she needs lots of practice — with a professional. Which is why she hires escort Michael Phan. The Vietnamese and Swedish stunner can’t afford to turn down Stella’s offer, and agrees to help her check off all the boxes on her lesson plan — from foreplay to more-than-missionary position…
Before long, Stella not only learns to appreciate his kisses, but to crave all the other things he’s making her feel. Soon, their no-nonsense partnership starts making a strange kind of sense. And the pattern that emerges will convince Stella that love is the best kind of logic…
Nadene's addiction to reading began at an early age, when a family friend gifted her a copy of Wuthering Heights. From that moment she was never without a book. She will read anything as long as the material is compelling enough to hold her attention. She gained many experiences through the pages of the books she had the opportunity to read. She created this blog to share her love of books with like-minded individuals, hoping that in sharing reviews of the books read, visitors to the blog will discover their next addictive read. When not reading, Nadene enjoys cooking, listening to music, and watching television.
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oh this review makes me so happy and I agree that the hype surrounding this book is well deserved…which isn’t always the case. I loved this book too and really liked seeing their relationship develop.
I still have this one on my wish list. I’m so glad it not only lived up to the hype, but made your top book list for the year. Love how it drew out all your emotions, Nadene.
I’m always a little wary of a much hyped book, too, but here the hype was deserved! Glad you loved the story as much as I did! It was a 5 star read for me as well! I can’t wait for the next book! Maybe we’ll get a little glimpse of Stella and Michael! 🙂
A heartwarming and refreshing debut novel that proves one thing: there’s not enough data in the world to predict what will make your heart tick.
oh this review makes me so happy and I agree that the hype surrounding this book is well deserved…which isn’t always the case. I loved this book too and really liked seeing their relationship develop.
I try to stay away from hyped books, but this one was calling out to me.
wow this looks really cute and I’m like you Nadene always wary of the hype. Glad it worked for you. it’s on my list
Yay! I adored this story.
Yep it was a good one.
I need to grab this one quick! It sounds pretty amazing! Hugs…RO
I heard they might make a movie *fingers crossed*
I still have this one on my wish list. I’m so glad it not only lived up to the hype, but made your top book list for the year. Love how it drew out all your emotions, Nadene.
This book was so much more emotional than I expected, and like you said, stunning. LOVE IT!!!
I’m always a little wary of a much hyped book, too, but here the hype was deserved! Glad you loved the story as much as I did! It was a 5 star read for me as well! I can’t wait for the next book! Maybe we’ll get a little glimpse of Stella and Michael! 🙂
Oh yes I heard great things about this one
I haven’t read it yet but I agree, it’s been getting great reviews.
Oh my gosh, I really need to hurry up and read this book! I have an arc that I still need to work into my reading schedule. I am so glad you loved it!