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Whiteout by Ann Grech was a short, fast paced romance. While I thought the connection between the characters was decent, I felt like there wasn’t a lot of time for them to develop the intensity of that connection, which made it read more like obsession than real romance. I felt like a lot of scenes came across as rushed, including the uncounted with Reef’s ex at the hotel. It all just seemed too easy, without much in the way of developmental pressure. While this wasn’t my favorite romance that I’ve read, I did enjoy their meeting and how the plot unfolded, I just wish it had taken its time instead of moving full-steam ahead. I wanted more time to get to know these characters, and see them interact with each other as well as other characters in the novel. I don’t feel like I know much outside of what we were told, and there was very little to read between the lines for more depth. If you’re looking to diversify your romance, however, this is a MM romance, the only other of which I’ve personally read was Red, White, and Royal Blue. This book was short and to the point, but if you like your romance a little more detailed and developed, I would probably skip this one. If you’re looking for a quick filler read for the fun of reading it, then I would definitely take a day or two to enjoy this one.

jaythereader1's review against another edition

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(stopped at chapter 7)
I thought they would be stuck in the cabin for longer, so realising that they got out at like 1/3 of the way was a bit disappointing. But what really got to me was that while both of Ford's parents didn't speak to him (his dad is disappointed in him for not wanting to do the same work he does, his mom follows his dad so she doesn't speak to him at all) like I understand why he's upset, but what annoyed me was that his dad was just this person that stopped talking to him, but the mom was a "callus (callous, typo in the book) bitch" like bro wtf kinda double standard is that? It annoys me so much that the same energy isn't placed on his perception of his dad.. the hatred of women and name-calling in that part is just disappointing..

ashlikes's review against another edition

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adventurous fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.25

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aplace_inthesun's review

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adventurous medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

Set in New Zealand this is an unexpected, chance meeting, story with bi-awakening for the two Mc’s - one a world class snowboarder and one an mountain rescuer. The pair are stranded for 3-4 days and become closer with some near death experiences ramping up the feels.

I began this knowing its part of a series with additional books about the same MC’s. This book has the couple in Ford’s world (the mountains of New Zealand) with the next book set in Reef’s world of professional snow sports.

The book was a point of difference with the setting and character’s employment. The dynamic was pretty good but the execution a bit clunky and laboured. I’m on the fence about whether to read more about the characters or whether I’m happy to leave it as is.

sheznb's review against another edition

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4.0

I’m doing a re-read of Reef and Ford.

Two men thinking they are both straight having been with only women, discover that they have chemistry between them while stuck in the rangers hut after an avalanche.

It is a sweet read as we get to fall in love with Reef and Ford.

molimere's review

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lighthearted medium-paced

3.0

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