A review by mesy_mark
Fake Dates and Mooncakes by Sher Lee

lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

2.75

 This is the book that has romantic tropes that one could easily pick out. And Insta love on top of that. While I did like the fast pace of the book, I thought that Dylan had a goal throughout the book and Theo was just there to be the love interest and throw money on everything.

I liked the joy Dylan had over being a chef. He wants to help his Aunt as she had taken hin in when his mom died. I liked how Theo explained the culture of the rich to Dylan without getting exasperated. And the moment the line drew from fake to spark.

I would have just wanted a little more time in the book for the romance to feel more fleshed out and not instant.