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Isn't It Bromantic?

Book 4 in the series:Bromance Book Club

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'Isn't It Bromantic?' by Lyssa Kay Adams follows the story of Vlad, also known as 'The Russian', who is a main character in the Bromance Book Club series. When Vlad's marriage of convenience with Elena starts falling apart, the Bromance Book Club and a group of widows step in to help mend their relationship. The story explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery as Vlad and Elena navigate their feelings for each other and strive to build a real marriage beyond convenience.

is praised for its engaging storyline that combines elements of a marriage of convenience, childhood friends to lovers, and a slow burn romance. Readers appreciate the evolution of Vlad's character, the camaraderie among the members of the Bromance Book Club, and the heartwarming love story between Vlad and Elena. The writing style is described as lighthearted, funny, and unique, with a perfect blend of sweet and steamy moments that keep the readers hooked until the end.

Characters:

Characters are well-developed, with Vlad being kind and emotionally layered, and Elena facing personal vulnerabilities, supported by a humorous and loving ensemble cast.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is humorous and engaging, allowing for character development through witty dialogue and rich storytelling.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot involves a childhood friends to lovers story featuring a hockey player who writes romance, exploring themes of a marriage of convenience that develops deeper emotional connections.

Setting:

Set in Tennessee, the story reflects contemporary life and issues relevant to modern relationships.

Pacing:

The pacing is well-balanced, ensuring sustained engagement through humor, emotional depth, and character growth.
Empty, broken flower boxes hung beneath windows that had been painted black and boarded up from the inside. The thin scraps of what had once been red-and-white awnings flapped in the humid June breeze...

Notes:

The book features the childhood friends to lovers trope, which is a favorite of many readers.
Vlad, the hero, is a Russian hockey player who marries his best friend Elena in a marriage of convenience.
Elena has spent most of their marriage away in college, which has created gaps in their relationship.
The story explores themes of misunderstandings, self-worth issues, and romantic love.
Vlad writes a romance novel as part of his character development and to help improve his relationship with Elena.
The Bromance Book Club is a unique group where men discuss romance novels to better understand women.
The story includes humorous moments, engaging friendships, and a lot of heartwarming elements.
Vlad is portrayed as a compassionate and emotional character, breaking stereotypes often associated with male jocks.
The book highlights discussions around masculinity, body shaming, and the importance of open communication in relationships.
Recurring characters from previous books add continuity and depth to the narrative.

Has Romance?

Romance is a central theme in Isn't It Bromantic?, with a strong focus on the evolving relationship between Vlad and Elena.

From The Publisher:

One of Buzzfeed's Best Romances of 2021

A Popsugar Best Book and Best Romance of July 2021

One of Bustle's Best New Books of July 2021

With his passion for romance novels, it was only a matter of time before Vlad wrote one.

Elena Konnikova has lived her entire adult life in the shadows. As the daughter of a Russian journalist who mysteriously disappeared, she escaped danger the only way she knew how: She married her childhood friend, Vladimir, and moved to the United States, where he is a professional hockey player in Nashville.

Vlad, aka the Russian, thought he could be content with his marriage of convenience. But it's become too difficult to continue in a one-sided relationship. He joined the Bromance Book Club to learn how to make his wife love him, but all he's learned is that he deserves more. He's ready to create his own sweeping romance-both on and off the page.

The bros are unwilling to let Vlad forgo true love-and this time they're not operating solo. They join forces with Vlad's neighbors, a group of meddling widows who call themselves the Loners. But just when things finally look promising, Elena's past life intrudes and their happily ever after is cast into doubt.

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