Who Would Like This Book:
If you love contemporary romance with a gender-flip on classic tropes, "Open Hearts" is a breath of fresh air. Expect a confident, no-nonsense heroine and possibly the sweetest, most lovable himbo hero ever - a fun Aussie setting, sassy banter, and plenty of steam. The femdom-lite dynamic and subby hero make this perfect for fans looking for unconventional power balances or those seeking a cinnamon roll MMC who worships the ground the heroine walks on. If you appreciate woman-led stories, witty dialogue, or kink explored with humor and heart, you'll want to give this a shot.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers struggled with the heroine's often prickly demeanor and the way she treats the hero, feeling he got the short end of the stick emotionally. Others were put off by how the hero's apparent ADHD is mentioned but never addressed, or by a particular scene where roles switch and consent feels a bit shaky. If you prefer a traditionally alpha male lead, dislike dominance dynamics (even light ones), or need your protagonists to always be gentle with one another, this might not be your cup of tea.
About:
Open Hearts by Eve Dangerfield is a contemporary romance novel that follows the story of Dean, a sweet and submissive hero who is described as a "golden retriever" type. The book explores the relationship between Dean and the heroine, Ash, as they navigate their dynamic, with elements of submission and denial. The plot revolves around Dean's transformation from a playboy to a more mature and responsible adult in order to win over Ash, who is described as complex and having a dominating personality. Set in Australia, the book focuses on themes of love, growth, and finding one's place in a relationship.
The writing style of Open Hearts is praised for its playful and engaging tone, with a focus on the dynamics between the characters and the development of the hero, Dean. The book is noted for its refreshing take on romance, incorporating elements of femdom and himbo characters, creating a unique and compelling story that resonates with readers.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Open Hearts carries content warnings for themes around toxicity in relationships, depiction of ADHD, and the pursuit of single parenthood with possible discussions of infertility.
Has Romance?
The romance in Open Hearts is prominent, characterized by strong emotional and physical connections between the main characters.
From The Publisher:
Ash Bennett's had enough. She's not wasting any more time longing for Prince Charming and getting stuck with Prince 'Babe, What's For Dinner?'
If she can't find a respectable, self-sufficient man to start a family with she'll just do it by herself. It's better than pinning all your hopes on a guy who's never going to make you happy. Take Dean Sherwood, sure he's stupid hot but that doesn't pay the bills or remember to pick you up from the airport. No, they're just having a little fun until Ash can find a donor. Right?
If only it was that easy...
Everyone loves Dean. He's easygoing, a great footballer and always up for a beer or sixteen. He also has the attention span of a Cocker Spaniel on MDMA, but that's never been a problem where the opposite sex is concerned. At least it wasn't until he met Ash. Beautiful, driven and wild in bed; she's all he's ever wanted in a wife.
Unfortunately, he's far from what she wants in a husband, what with his perpetually empty bank account and inability to cook anything other than bacon. When she tells him he's not baby-daddy material, Dean vows to become the man she needs, whatever it takes.
Open Hearts is the sequel to Locked Box. It features angst, bogans, hot sex, naked snowboarding and the triumphant return of Max and Julia who are dealing with a romantic dilemma of their own. more
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About the Author:
Eve Dangerfield has loved romance novels ever since she first swiped her grandmother’s paperbacks. Now she writes her own stories about complicated women and gorgeous-but-slightly-tortured men.
Her work has been described as 'genre-defying,' 'insanely hot' and ‘the defibrillator contemporary romance needs right now'...and not just by herself or those who might need bone marrow...OTHER PEOPLE! She lives in Melbourne with her boy and a bunch of semi-dead plants.
She can generally be found making a mess.
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