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That Kind of Guy

Book 3 in the series:Ravenswood

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THAT KIND OF GUY by Talia Hibbert is a romance novel in the Ravenswood series that follows the story of Zach and Rae. Rae, a strong and fierce character, enlists Zach to pose as her fake boyfriend to avoid embarrassment at an author convention where her ex-husband will be present. As they navigate their fake relationship, both characters confront their own struggles and insecurities, leading to a friends-to-lovers storyline that is both uplifting and emotional. The book explores themes of self-discovery, demisexuality, and the complexities of relationships, all while showcasing Hibbert's dynamic writing style and witty dialogues.

Characters:

The characters are complex and relatable but sometimes feel underdeveloped, with Rae confronting her past and Zach navigating his demisexuality.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is fresh and engaging, characterized by witty dialogue and an educational tone regarding certain themes.

Plot/Storyline:

The story involves a woman escaping her past navigating a friendship and complicated romance with a demisexual man, though the development feels rushed and lacking depth.

Setting:

The story is set in the small town of Ravenswood, with significant events taking place during a writers' convention.

Pacing:

The pacing is uneven, with a strong start that becomes lackluster later, leading to a slow development of the romantic relationship.
Even Rae’s ill-advised day-drinking didn’t awaken her hibernating creativity. She spent the rest of the day grappling with her own mind and staring at the words ‘Chapter Four’ on her computer screen, ...

Notes:

Talia Hibbert is known for her witty banter and relatable writing style.
The main characters are Rae, a 40-year-old author, and Zach, a 28-year-old demisexual iron welder.
Rae has facial scars and suffers from POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome).
Zach is portrayed as a recovering playboy navigating his demisexuality.
The book features an older woman/younger man romance and a fake relationship trope.
Many readers found the romantic development to be unconvincing and rushed.
Hibbert's writing is praised for its representation of diverse relationships and sexualities.
Some readers love the emotional intensity, while others found parts of the storyline to be flat or lacking tension.
Rae's journey involves overcoming past trauma from her emotionally abusive ex-husband.
The book is set in the small town of Ravenswood, where the characters support each other's growth.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include themes of emotional abuse, chronic illness representation, and discussions of sexual identity that may be sensitive for some readers.

Has Romance?

The presence of romance in the book is high, as it serves as the central theme of the story.

From The Publisher:

She wants a fake relationship. He needs something real.

If there's one thing Rae can't stand, it's pity. She's forty, frazzled, and fed up-so attending an awards ceremony alone while her ex swans about with his new wife? Not an option. To avoid total humiliation, Rae needs a date of her own. And her young, hot-as-hell new best friend is the perfect candidate…

Zach Davis, king of casual hookups, has a secret: the notorious womaniser craves emotional connection, and anonymous encounters leave him feeling hollow. After years of performance, Zach's desperate to be himself. So why does he agree to play Rae's fake boyfriend? And why does it feel so easy?

When the line between pretence and desire blurs, Zach's forced to face an unexpected truth: there's nothing phoney about his need for Rae. But the jaded divorcée's been hurt by playboy men before. Can a weekend of faking it prove that Zach's for real?

The Ravenswood Series

#1: A Girl Like Her

#1.5: Damaged Goods

#2: Untouchable

#3: That Kind of Guy more

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